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Miyeokguk

From the video “Korean Birthday Soup (Miyeokguk: 미역국)” by Maangchi. RecipesMD is not affiliated with Maangchi. Steps are in our own words.

Machine-read from the video · not yet checked by a personEasyFine for a weeknight
Not spicy
Total time
~10 min
est.
Serves
~3
est.
Cost
~$2.99*
per serving, Ontario (~3 portions assumed)save ~$17.01* vs ordering out
Difficulty
Easy
Ingredients
7

Ingredients

  • No pork

May contain fish, sesame

Read from the ingredient list. Check packaging if you have an allergy.

The video doesn’t say how many this serves, so amounts are shown as made in the video.

Ontario grocery estimate*

~$8.97*for the batch in the video
~$2.99*per serving

You save about ~$17.01* per serving (85% less*) than ordering it out — ~$51.03* for ~3 portions.

Order out = a typical Ontario Korean restaurant plate, before delivery fees, tax and tip.

3 ingredients priced from Ontario averages · 2 predicted from typical costs · not priced: beef brisket

* Estimate, not a quote: 2 line(s) we couldn't price were filled with typical costs for their type; the video doesn't state how many it serves, so 3 portions were assumed; restaurant comparison is a typical Ontario Korean restaurant plate at ~$20, before delivery fees, tax and tip. Prices: Ontario averages (StatCan 2026-07) + RecipesMD estimates, pro-rated, staples excluded.

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Nutrition & health

Nutrition per serving423 kcal · 21% of 2,000
Fat32 g41%
Saturated fat12 g59%
Sodium579 mg25%
Carbohydrate3.5 g1%
Fiber0.2 g1%
Total sugars0.3 gno daily value
Added sugars0 g0%
Protein29 g58%

Estimate from the ingredient list — not dietary advice. % Daily Value uses FDA reference amounts; 5% or less is low, 20% or more is high. Added sugars are counted from sweeteners and sweet sauces in the list.

Health indexMiddle of the road
  • Starting point60
  • Protein+20 of 20
  • Fiber+1 of 20
  • Saturated fat−20 of 20
  • Sodium−12 of 20
  • Added sugars (estimate)0 of 20

RecipesMD health index — an estimate from the ingredient list, not medical or dietary advice

From 5 of 5 ingredient lines (100% of the measured weight), divided into 3 servings (estimated: 454 g protein foods at ~170 g per serving; model check 4 agrees). Not counted because the video gives no amount: fish sauce. Source: USDA FoodData Central SR Legacy (2018-04, public domain) + 4 Branded Foods records.

Equipment

  • bowl
  • scale
  • knife
  • cutting board
  • pot
  • colander

What the video didn’t say

  • Exact servings not specified for this recipe portion
  • Total preparation and cooking time not explicitly stated
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Read from the public video by gemini-3.5-flash-lite on 2026-10-05. Thumbnail and video are Maangchi’s, shown through YouTube’s official embed.

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Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know about Miyeokguk

What makes Maangchi's Miyeokguk recipe and technique special?

Maangchi's take on Miyeokguk focuses on home kitchen precision, balancing Korean flavors with an estimated under 30 minutes total preparation time. Crucial step: Add beef to boiling soup to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking. Every step is timestamped to the exact second in the video so you can follow along hands-free.

How much does it cost to make Miyeokguk at Ontario grocery prices?

Based on Statistics Canada benchmark consumer food pricing, this Miyeokguk recipe costs approximately economical home-cooked pricing per serving (yielding 2 to 4 portions). Home cooking saves an estimated 60% to 75% compared to ordering takeout at a restaurant.

Can I make Miyeokguk ahead of time or store leftovers?

Yes. Leftover Miyeokguk can be refrigerated in an airtight container for 3 to 4 days. If the recipe contains delicate leafy greens or dressed ingredients, keep the dressing separate until ready to serve to maintain crisp texture.

What substitutions can I make in Maangchi's Miyeokguk?

This recipe utilizes approximately 7 ingredients across 16 steps. For gluten-free adaptations, swap regular soy sauce or flour with tamari or cornstarch. For vegetarian adaptations, replace meat proteins with extra-firm tofu, mushrooms, or legumes while preserving the aromatics.

Where can I watch the video tutorial for Miyeokguk?

The official cooking video by Maangchi is embedded directly on RecipesMD, featuring video timeline scrubbing that jumps directly to each step, adjustable playback speeds, and Kitchen Mode.