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Kongnamul Guk (콩나물국)

Soups & Hot Pots

Light soybean-sprout soup, a home-table regular.

Korean name
콩나물국
Spice level
Not spicy
Flavor
light · savory
Typically contains
soybean sprouts
Vegetarian / vegan
Sometimes — vegetable-forward, but anchovy broth, fish sauce or meat garnish is common. Ask first
Also written as
kongnamul guk, bean sprout soup

Spice and flavor are editorial assessments of the standard version — individual restaurants and recipes vary. Ingredient notes are typical, not guaranteed: always check with the restaurant for allergies or dietary needs.

Nutrition

Calories6 kcal
Carbohydrate0.61 g
Protein0.74 g
Fat0.09 g
Sodium219 mg

Per serving (~400g): ≈24 kcal · sodium ≈876 mg (44% of the WHO daily guideline, 2,000 mg)

Per 100g · total serving 400g · Official data: National Integrated Food Nutritional Information Standard Data (Korea MFDS) (DB item: 콩나물국, synced 2026-07-17). Values vary by recipe and portion.

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