Craving a bowl of comfort? Look no further because I do too.
These 17 Korean soup recipes are here to touch on those flavors that soothe the soul.
Think of slurping savory noodles or diving into an umami hot pot, this list is going to be your next flavor adventure.
1. Kimchi Soup with Canned Tuna
Not sure what to do with that lonely can of tuna in the cupboard? Well, am I ever happy to share this recipe!
Kimchi soup with canned tuna is spicy, savory, and unbelievably delicious. It also brings protein and probiotics to the table. Just toss your ingredients into a large pot, boil, and dinner is ready.
2. Kongbiji Jjigae (Ground Soybean Stew)
This stew is a comforting bowl of creamy soybeans. Don’t let that simple ingredient fool you because this stew is a layered masterpiece!
The earthy, nutty soybeans create the ideal base for deep flavor. All those layers of spicy gochugaru, ginger, kimchi, and pork shoulder meld beautifully with the legumes for one incredible bowl.
3. Korean Beef Noodle Soup
There aren’t even words to describe this delicious bowl. Every spoonful brings shredded short rib, glass noodles, chopped bok choy, and sliced shiitake mushrooms to the table. I always make sure to hit it with a dash of fish sauce.
You will slurp up this protein-rich soup chock full of veggies as it satisfies your umami cravings.
4. Cabbage Soybean Paste Soup
Do you want a bowl of umami? This cabbage soup is precisely what you need. I add Korean soybean paste, then bump it up with miso paste.
That miso might not be totally Korean, but it’s just what you need to make that deep, salty tang. It’s the ideal umami bomb to hit those strips of beef and mild cabbage.
5. Dduk Guk (Korean Rice Cake Soup)
Every spoonful of dduk guk brings heavenly umami bliss to the table. This soup brings all those flavors I want in just one bowl.
You’ll love that salty seaweed and the melt-in-your-mouth beef brisket. Don’t forget those soft omelet slices!
Korean soup soy sauce is the real secret here because it’s lighter and saltier than the usual stuff.
6. Kimchi Stew with Tomatoes
You have to try this kimchi soup because you truly haven’t lived until you have! Every spoonful is hearty, cozy, and absolutely bursting with flavor. Rich tomato sauce melds impeccably with tangy kimchi.
Make it a meaty meal with seared pork butt or add tofu for a vegetarian version. You’ll want to add this one to the routine.
7. Samgyetang (Korean Ginseng Chicken Soup)
Samgyetang will become a summertime favorite as it invigorates the body and the soul.That small whole chicken will be stuffed with sweet rice, garlic cloves, jujubes, ginkgo nuts, and ginseng.It’s a bowl of flavor you will crave on the regular!
Chopped green onions and a spoonful of kimchi will bring a twist to this already funky fresh feast.
8. Jeongol (Mushroom Hot Pot)
When I want authentic Korean soup, this is what I crave. Jeongol is an absolute feast as you toss all those veggies into a pot, right at the table. Bathe it all in a tantalizing broth as it cooks right in front of your eyes.
I love the savory taste of oyster mushrooms, but just grab your faves as you build this recipe.
9. Kimchi Ramen
Add kimchi to your ramen because it is a must! That Korean staple gives new life to a simple bowl of ramen.
I load mine with umami mushrooms, firm tofu, and some jammy eggs. Now just pick your broth because either beef, chicken, or even veggie broth will work in this masterpiece.
10. Seolleongtang (Ox Bone Soup)
This bowl brings health and taste to the table in every spoonful. The remarkably creamy, milky broth comes from boiling ox bones.
Try it yourself as you just pour yourself a piping hot bowl and add glass noodles or rice.
11. Korean Spicy Ramen Soup
I can never pass up a bowl of Korean spicy ramen because it hits all the right notes. From the umami to the spice and satisfying carbs, this soup truly sings. Every bite bursts with tender pork belly and soft-boiled eggs, all swimming in a spicy kimchi and gochujang broth.
I say, grab the chopsticks and slurp away.
12. Korean Beef and Radish Soup
The winter months can make eating healthy kind of tough, which is why I’m all about this beef and radish soup.
Daikon radishes add a welcome freshness to every bite. Every bite is satisfying as bone-suckingly short ribs meet your comfort food cravings.
This soup will change the game whenever you crave healthy comfort food.
13. Korean pumpkin porridge (Hobakjuk)
A brisk autumn day just begs for a thick bowl of Korean pumpkin porridge. Also known as hobakjuk, this creamy bowl will be a seasonal fave.
I always start by pureeing the pumpkin, and I never forget those chewy rice cake balls for that traditional Korean twist.
14. Red Bean Soup
Every winter solstice, I make this popular Korean dish for good luck. Don’t wait for the new year for this meal though!
This soup features a red bean mash and sticky rice cake balls. A sprinkle of sugar is just what you need for the garnish.
This earthy, sweet, creamy porridge is fantastic for breakfast or dinner.
15. Beef Short Rib Soup
Reach for this recipe whenever those cravings for rich, satiating Korean soup hit.
The complex flavor comes from simmering those thick cuts of beef short ribs with onions and garlic. I love to make a huge batch of this so that I can have unbelievable leftovers on deck.
16. Korean Spinach Soup
You can have Korean soup on the table without spending hours in the kitchen. In less than 30, you can have this fast and easy Korean spinach soup on the table.
The simple, heartwarming bowl comes together with just browned beef and fresh spinach. Make it your own with a drizzle of Sriracha or a dash of chili oil.
17. Kongnamul Guk (Soybean Sprout Soup)
Reach for this choice whenever you crave a light, gut-healing soup. An anchovy broth and crunchy soybean sprouts are just what you need.
The flavor is so clean and nourishing because of the simplicity. It’s great on its own when you want something nutritious, but feel free to pair it with a more hearty meal.