World Flavors Cookbook

Gamjatang (Pork Bone Soup)

A hearty, spicy soup made from pork neck bones, potatoes, and various vegetables, known for its deep, rich flavor.

Cuisine: South Korea

Ingredients

• 1.5kg pork neck bones
• 4 large potatoes, halved
• 1 bunch napa cabbage leaves, blanched
• 2 tbsp perilla seed powder (deulkkae-garu)
• Paste: 3 tbsp Gochugaru, 2 tbsp Doenjang, 2 tbsp minced Garlic, 1 tbsp minced Ginger

Instructions

1. Soak bones to remove blood, then blanch and rinse.
2. Boil bones in a large pot for 1 hour with aromatics.
3. Add the spice paste, potatoes, and cabbage leaves.
4. Simmer for another hour until meat falls off the bone.
5. Stir in perilla seed powder before serving.