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Yukgaejang

From the video “Spicy beef and vegetable soup (Yukgaejang: 육개장)” by Maangchi. RecipesMD is not affiliated with Maangchi. Steps are in our own words.

Machine-read from the video · not yet checked by a personInvolvedFine for a weeknight
Medium
Total time
~10 min
est.
Serves
4
Cost
~$4.11*
per serving, Ontariosave ~$15.89* vs ordering out
Difficulty
Involved
Ingredients
16

Ingredients

  • No pork

May contain gluten, soy, sesame

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

Ontario grocery estimate*

~$16.42*for 4 people
~$4.11*per serving

You save about ~$15.89* per serving (79% less*) than ordering it out — ~$63.58* for 4 people.

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

5 ingredients priced from Ontario averages · 5 predicted from typical costs · not priced: beef brisket, mung bean sprouts, gosari (fernbrake), hot pepper flakes

* Estimate, not a quote: 5 line(s) we couldn't price were filled with typical costs for their type; 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 serving413 kcal · 21% of 2,000Recipe makes 4 servings
Fat29 g37%
Saturated fat9.6 g48%
Sodium2,052 mg89%
Carbohydrate15 g5%
Fiber2.8 g10%
Total sugars5.9 gno daily value
Added sugars0 g0%
Protein25 g51%

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+10 of 20
  • Saturated fat−20 of 20
  • Sodium−20 of 20
  • Added sugars (estimate)0 of 20

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

From 10 of 12 ingredient lines (83% of the measured weight), divided into 4 servings as stated in the video. Not counted because the video gives no amount: dae-pa (large green onions), salt, cooked rice. Not matched to nutrient data: gosari (fernbrake), hot pepper flakes. Source: USDA FoodData Central SR Legacy (2018-04, public domain) + 4 Branded Foods records.

Equipment

  • pot
  • knife
  • cutting board
  • measuring cup
  • measuring spoon
  • bowl
  • colander
  • ladle
  • tongs
  • chopsticks

What the video didn’t say

  • Exact total preparation time is not explicitly stated.
  • Brand names of ingredients are not specified.
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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 Yukgaejang

What makes Maangchi's Yukgaejang recipe and technique special?

Maangchi's take on Yukgaejang focuses on home kitchen precision, balancing Korean flavors with an estimated under 30 minutes total preparation time. Crucial step: Adding vegetables to boiling stock keeps them crisp; overcooking makes them mushy. 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 Yukgaejang at Ontario grocery prices?

Based on Statistics Canada benchmark consumer food pricing, this Yukgaejang recipe costs approximately $1.24 CAD per serving (yielding 4 portions). Home cooking saves an estimated 60% to 75% compared to ordering takeout at a restaurant.

Can I make Yukgaejang ahead of time or store leftovers?

Yes. Leftover Yukgaejang 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 Yukgaejang?

This recipe utilizes approximately 16 ingredients across 17 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 Yukgaejang?

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.