The Comfort of Traditional Doenjang Soup
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I find myself craving doenjang soup whenever the weather turns a bit chilly.
Perhaps it's because it's a dish I've enjoyed since childhood; having a warm bowl of rice with a rich soup brings me a sense of comfort.
I never thought much about the ingredients I regularly consumed, but recently, I've developed an interest in the fermented soybean paste itself.
This curiosity was sparked by discovering a content piece called 'The Doenjang Loved by Kings' by Chef Choi Tae-sung.
When thinking of royal cuisine, one might picture extravagant banquets, but I found it fascinating that a familiar ingredient like doenjang could be at the heart of historical narratives.
It also made me wonder what the taste of traditional doenjang would be like.
As I learned about traditional doenjang, I was reminded of the doenjang soup my mother used to make for me as a child.
It was a simple soup with a savory broth, a few pieces of tofu, and a bit of zucchini, yet its flavor has stayed with me over the years.
I believe traditional doenjang is a perfect match for such humble home-cooked meals.
Not only in soup, but it would also pair well with blanched vegetables or a light topping on grilled eggplant.
The reason doenjang feels special to me is due to this familiarity; it completes a warm meal even without being extravagant.
This time, it feels like another story has been added to the foods I usually enjoy.
Next time I make doenjang soup, I want to try using traditional doenjang as well!
Source :https://blog.naver.com/rlawotjd0304/224463840765
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