Korean cuisine: Pork Bone Soup (Korean-Style Dwaeji Gomtang)

 

Pork Bone Soup (Korean-Style Dwaeji Gomtang)

Ingredients:

• 1 kg pork bones (neck bones or ribs)
• 300g pork meat (shoulder or belly, optional)
• 1 onion, halved
• 5 cloves garlic
• 1 green onion (whole)
• 1 small piece ginger (about 5cm)
• 1 tsp whole black pepper
• 2 liters water (adjust as needed)
• 1 tbsp salt (or to taste)
• 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
• Chopped green onions (for garnish)
• Cooked rice or noodles (optional, for serving)

Instructions:

1. Blanch the Pork Bones

   • Place the pork bones in a large pot and cover with cold water.
   • Bring to a boil and cook for 5-10 minutes to remove impurities.
   • Drain the water and rinse the bones under cold running water.

2. Make the Broth

   • In a clean pot, add the blanched pork bones, onion, garlic, green onion, ginger, and whole black pepper.
   • Pour in 2 liters of water and bring to a boil.
   • Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 3-4 hours (longer for a richer broth).
   • If using pork meat, add it during the last hour of cooking.

3. Strain and Season

   • Remove the bones and strain the broth through a fine sieve.
   • If using pork meat, take it out, let it cool slightly, and slice it thinly.
   • Season the broth with salt and ground black pepper to taste.

4. Serve

   • Pour the hot broth into bowls and add sliced pork meat.
   • Garnish with chopped green onions.
   • Serve with rice or noodles for a heartier meal.

This pork bone soup has a deep, milky broth that is both rich and comforting. Enjoy your homemade dwaeji gomtang! 🥣🐷