Universal Korean Soup Stock Concentrate (Manneung-tang)

Universal Korean Soup Stock Concentrate (Manneung-tang) is a easy Korean recipe that serves 4. 30 calories per serving. Recipe by 임성근 임짱TV on YouTube.

Prep: 5 min | Cook: 10 min | Total: 20 min

Cost: $0.55 total, $0.14 per serving

Ingredients

  • 350 g Water (room temperature)
  • 35 g Dasida (Korean soup stock powder) (Korean instant soup stock, fine granules)
  • 35 g Fine Sea Salt (preferably fine grain for quick dissolution)
  • 10 g MSG (Monosodium Glutamate) (enhances umami flavor)
  • 15 g Soy Sauce (Light) (adds depth and slight color)
  • 2 g Ground Black Pepper (freshly ground for aroma)

Instructions

  1. Measure water

    Place the saucepan on the scale, tare it, and add 350 g of water.

    Time: PT1M

  2. Add dry seasonings

    Add Dasida, fine sea salt, MSG, soy sauce, and ground black pepper to the water. Stir continuously until all powders are fully dissolved.

    Time: PT2M

  3. Bring to a boil

    Place the saucepan over medium‑high heat and bring the mixture to a rolling boil.

    Time: PT5M

  4. Simmer briefly

    Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 5 minutes to let the flavors meld.

    Time: PT5M

  5. Cool slightly

    Turn off the heat and allow the broth to sit for 2 minutes so the solids settle.

    Time: PT2M

  6. Strain the concentrate

    Place a cheesecloth or fine mesh strainer over a clean container and pour the hot broth through, discarding the residue.

    Time: PT3M

  7. Store

    Seal the container tightly. Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks or freeze in portions for up to 3 months.

    Time: PT0M

Nutrition Facts

Calories
30
Protein
0 g
Carbohydrates
5 g
Fat
0 g
Fiber
0 g

Dietary info: Vegetarian, Contains soy, Contains MSG

Allergens: Soy, MSG (contains glutamate)

Last updated: March 18, 2026

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Universal Korean Soup Stock Concentrate (Manneung-tang)

Recipe by 임성근 임짱TV

A versatile Korean broth concentrate that can be used for galbitang, naengmyeon broth, dumpling soup, noodle soups, and more. Made with water, Dasida (Korean soup stock powder), fine salt, MSG, soy sauce, and black pepper, then strained for a clear, umami‑rich base.

EasyKoreanServes 4

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Source Video
8m
Prep
10m
Cook
10m
Cleanup
28m
Total

Cost Breakdown

$0.55
Total cost
$0.14
Per serving

Critical Success Points

  • Fully dissolve all dry seasonings to avoid grainy texture.
  • Do not over‑boil the concentrate; a brief simmer is enough.
  • Strain through cheesecloth to remove any remaining solids.

Safety Warnings

  • Hot liquid can cause severe burns; handle the saucepan with oven mitts.
  • Steam from the boiling broth may cause scalding.

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