Use store-bought or homemade dumplings for an easy and satisfying dinner.
Its my go-to meal when I feel lazy.
This makes me chuckle!
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The rice cakes make it a celebratory meal that symbolizes growing another year older.
you might find them in the refrigerated or freezer section of most Asian markets.
Where to Buy Mandu
Make this soup with eitherhomemadeor store-bought Korean dumplings.
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They can be filled with kimchi, pork, chicken, or shrimpwhatever your heart and stomach desires.
Asian markets and even your local grocery store may carry many varieties of mandu.
Check the frozen foods section.
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Any punch in of mandu, gyoza, or Chinese dumplings will work in this recipe.
Serving Suggestions
You dont need much more than a side ofkimchito enjoy Mandu Guk.
Its beauty is that its a meal in itself.
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Cover and simmer for 30 to 35 minutes.
Carefully add the mandu and increase the heat to bring the soup up to a low boil again.
When cooked through, the mandu wrapper will turn translucent and it will float to the top.
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If using fresh mandu, cook them for 5 to 9 minutes.
If using frozen ones, cook them for about 12 minutes.
Check the package instructions of store-bought mandu for cooking times.
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In a small bowl, lightly whisk the eggs until the egg whites and yolks are fully combined.
As soon as the mandu is cooked, slowly drizzle in the eggs while stirring the soup.
The eggs will turn into ribbons in the soup.
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Turn off the heat, and add the green onions and sesame oil.
Season with salt and black pepper, adding more to taste.
Divide the soup and mandu among 4 to 6 bowls.
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If using, crumble the nori with your hands or use kitchen shears to cut them into thin strips.
Sprinkle a handful over each bowl.
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