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Korean Radish Soup (Mu Guk)

Korean Radish Soup (Mu Guk) - Comfort in Every Spoonful

Vegan Korean Radish Soup (Mu Guk) brings warmth and flavor in every spoonful, making it a perfect comforting dish.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

Soup Base
  • 1 large Korean Radish (Daikon) peel and slice into quarter-inch pieces
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Oil for sautéing
  • 6 cups Water or Vegetable Broth for the soup base
  • 1 small piece Kelp/Dashi Kombu for umami flavor
  • 1 dried Shiitake Mushroom adds extra umami
Flavoring
  • 3 stalks Green Onions sliced diagonally
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons Gluten-Free Soy Sauce or Coconut Aminos adjust to taste
  • to taste Salt for seasoning
  • to taste White Pepper optional
Optional Additions
  • 1 cup Vegan 'Beef' Alternative for added protein
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Seeds for garnish
  • 2 stalks Fresh Green Onions for garnish

Equipment

  • Large pot

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Prepare the radish by peeling and slicing it into quarter-inch thick pieces, then cut into triangle shapes.
  2. In a large pot, heat the sesame oil over medium-high heat, add the diced radish and sauté for 2-3 minutes.
  3. Add sliced green onions to the pot and sauté for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  4. Introduce kombu, dried shiitake mushroom, and minced garlic, then pour in water or vegetable broth and bring to a boil.
  5. Reduce heat and let the soup simmer for 12-15 minutes until the radish is tender.
  6. Stir in gluten-free soy sauce or coconut aminos and season with salt and white pepper as needed.
  7. Serve the soup in bowls and garnish with sesame seeds and fresh green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 5gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Choose a large, sweet Korean radish (daikon) for best flavor. Allow the soup to rest overnight in the fridge for enhanced taste.

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