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Acorn soup

Acorn soup
Acorn soup
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Acorn soup is a traditional, savory Korean dish (Dotori-guk) made from acorn flour, often combined with ingredients like beef or anchovy broth, tofu, and vegetables. It has a distinctive, slightly nutty flavor and a thick, porridge-like consistency. This humble dish is historically significant as a foraged food, particularly during times of scarcity.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

Acorn soup is a moderate source of complex carbohydrates and dietary fiber, with a relatively low fat and protein content. It provides key minerals like potassium and manganese, and a typical bowl contains approximately 150-200 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories180 kcal
Protein6 g
Carbs32 g
Fat3 g
Fiber5 g
Sugar2 g
Sodium450 mg
Potassium320 mg
Manganese1.2 mg
Iron1.8 mg
Magnesium45 mg
Phosphorus95 mg
Vitamin B60.15 mg
Copper0.25 mg
Zinc1.1 mg

Per 1 bowl (300 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Acorns are a wild, foraged ingredient that requires specific processing (like leaching) to remove bitter tannins before consumption, making this soup a unique example of transforming a forest resource into a nourishing staple.

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