Vegan Galbitang

Vegan Galbitang is a comforting Korean stew made with tender, flavorful mushroom 'ribs' simmered in a rich broth infused with aromatic vegetables and spices. Perfect for a brunch gathering, this dish offers a hearty and nutritious twist on the traditional recipe.

Ingredients

• King oyster mushrooms - 200 grams
• Shiitake mushrooms - 100 grams
• Carrot - 1 medium, sliced
• Daikon radish - 100 grams, sliced
• Onion - 1 medium, quartered
• Garlic - 4 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 inch, sliced
• Soy sauce - 3 tablespoons
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Vegetable broth - 500 ml
• Water - 500 ml
• Green onions - 2 stalks, chopped
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Tofu - 100 grams, cubed (optional)
• Sesame seeds - for garnish

Steps

1. In a large pot, heat the sesame oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sliced ginger, sautéing until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
2. Add the quartered onion, sliced carrot, and daikon radish to the pot. Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring frequently.
3. Stir in the soy sauce and then add the vegetable broth and water. Bring to a simmer.
4. While the broth is heating, prepare the king oyster mushrooms by slicing them into thick strips resembling ribs. Add the mushrooms to the pot once it reaches a simmer.
5. If using, add the cubed tofu to the pot. Let everything simmer for 20-25 minutes until the vegetables are tender and the mushrooms are cooked through.
6. Season with salt and black pepper to taste, adjusting as necessary.
7. To serve, ladle the stew into bowls, garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds.

Nutrition

• Calories: 220
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 36 g
• Fiber: 7 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 700 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 8 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from mushrooms and vegetables.
• High in fiber, promoting digestive health.

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