Fish Cake Soup (어묵국)

Eomuk Guk (어묵국) or Korean Fish Cake Soup is a comforting and savory broth-based dish made with skewered fish cakes simmered in a light anchovy and kelp stock. Often seasoned with soy sauce, garlic, and green onions, this popular Korean street food is warm, satisfying, and full of umami. It's commonly enjoyed as a snack or side dish, especially in colder months, offering a balance of delicate flavor and heartiness.

servings

6 prep time

5 mins

cook time

45 mins

Handful of dried anchovies
1/2 of a Korean Radish
1/2 oz of Dried Kelp
Fish Cake (different varieties)
Fish Balls
Green Onions
Salt and Pepper to taste
Soy Sauce to taste
Mirin to taste
Water
MSG (Optional)

Cut radish to 1/2in slices
Place water, radish, anchovies, and kelp and heat over medium low. Remove once broth is about to boil
Remove all broth-related ingredients except for radish
Add fish cakes and fish balls and simmer
Add soy sauce, mirin and salt to desired taste