Gomguk (Korean Beef Soup)

Ingredients

• Water (8 cups)
• Beef brisket (1 pound, sliced into thin pieces)
• Garlic (4 cloves, minced)
• Soy sauce (3 tablespoons)
• Sesame oil (2 tablespoons)
• Salt (1 teaspoon, or to taste)
• Cooked rice (4 cups)
• Eggs (4, boiled to your desired doneness)
• Green onions (1/4 cup, chopped)

Instructions

1. In a large pot, bring 8 cups of water to a boil.
2. Add the sliced beef brisket and boil for 5 minutes to remove any impurities. Drain the beef and rinse it under cold water.
3. Return the beef to the pot and add minced garlic, soy sauce, salt, and sesame oil. Bring to a boil again, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours until the beef is tender.
4. While the soup is simmering, boil the eggs to your desired doneness (hard-boiled or soft-boiled). Once done, peel and set aside.
5. Once the beef is tender, remove it from the pot and slice it into bite-sized pieces.
6. To serve, place a portion of cooked rice in each bowl. Ladle the hot soup over the rice and top with sliced beef, chopped green onions, and a boiled egg.
7. Serve hot and enjoy the comforting flavors of traditional Korean cuisine.