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Spicy Beef and Tofu Soup

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Spicy Beef and Tofu Soup is a comforting dish featuring tender beef, silky tofu, and a rich broth with a spicy kick from gochujang and gochugaru. This hearty, Korean-inspired soup is perfect for a warming meal.

Ingredients

8 oz beef sirloin or ribeye, thinly sliced

1 tablespoon sesame oil

1/2 onion, thinly sliced

3 garlic cloves, minced

1 tablespoon gochujang (Korean red chili paste)

1 teaspoon gochugaru (Korean red chili flakes) (optional, for extra heat)

4 cups beef or chicken broth

1 tablespoon soy sauce

1 teaspoon fish sauce

1 package (14 oz) silken or soft tofu, cut into cubes

2 green onions, chopped

1 cup mushrooms (shiitake or button), sliced (optional)

1 cup spinach or napa cabbage (optional)

1 egg (optional, for topping)

Instructions

  1. Heat sesame oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the sliced beef and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned. Remove the beef and set aside.
  2. In the same pot, add the onion and garlic. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant. Stir in gochujang and gochugaru, cooking for 1-2 minutes to release their flavors.
  3. Pour in the broth, soy sauce, and fish sauce. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 5-7 minutes to meld the flavors.
  4. Add the tofu cubes, mushrooms, and spinach (or napa cabbage). Simmer for another 5-7 minutes until the vegetables soften.
  5. Return the cooked beef to the pot and simmer for 2-3 minutes to heat through. Adjust seasoning with more soy sauce or chili paste if needed.
  6. Ladle the soup into bowls. If desired, crack an egg into each bowl while the soup is hot to cook it slightly. Garnish with green onions and a drizzle of sesame oil. Serve immediately.

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove, adding a splash of water or broth if needed.

If you want more heat, add extra gochujang or fresh chili peppers.

To make the soup vegan, substitute beef with tofu, mushrooms, or tempeh.

Silken tofu works great for a creamier texture, but firm tofu gives the soup more structure.

Serve with steamed rice, kimchi, or warm bread for a complete meal.

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