Crushed Tonic Broth Collagen Korean Jook

Korean Jook (죽) Reinvented: Skin-Hydrating, Gut-Healing Broth Collagen Jook

A warm, slow-cooked Korean rice porridge made modern with Crushed Tonic Umami Korean Broth Marine Collagen. This ultra-comforting jook is soothing on digestion, packed with clean protein, and powered by hydrolyzed marine collagen to support skin hydration, elasticity, and gut health from within. Every bowl becomes a daily “inner beauty” ritual thanks to Crushed Tonic’s science-backed marine collagen peptides.

Time: 20–50 minutes (depending on cooked vs. uncooked rice)
Serves: 2–3
Collagen: ~5 g per serving (based on 1 stick Crushed Tonic Umami Korean Broth Marine Collagen per bowl)

ingredients

Optional add-ins

  • Soft tofu cubes
  • Sliced zucchini
  • Mushrooms (shimeji, shiitake, or enoki)
  • Shredded chicken
  • Light egg drop or egg ribbons
  • Green onions, sesame seeds, roasted seaweed to finish

directions

  1. Make the collagen broth.
    In a pot or heatproof bowl, whisk together 3–4 cups hot water with your desired amount of Crushed Tonic Umami Korean Broth Marine Collagen. The hydrolyzed marine collagen dissolves instantly, creating a clean, umami-rich Korean fish-stock style broth without any fishiness — just deep savory flavor.

    Because Crushed Tonic’s marine collagen is broken down into low–molecular weight peptides, it’s designed for high bioavailability. That means the amino acids in this collagen broth are easier for your body to absorb and redirect toward skin, joints, and gut tissue compared to a traditional long-simmered anchovy stock.

  2. Cook the jook (fast version with cooked rice).
    Add 1 tsp sesame oil to a pot over medium-low heat. Stir in the cooked rice to lightly coat each grain. Pour in the collagen broth and bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thick, creamy, and porridge-like. Add more water if you prefer a thinner jook.

    As the jook simmers, the starches in the rice slowly break down, making the porridge incredibly easy on digestion. When you pair this gentle base with Crushed Tonic’s marine collagen, you’re giving your gut a low-stress source of protein that can help support the intestinal lining while still feeling light and comforting.

  3. Cook the jook (traditional version with uncooked rice).
    Rinse the rice until the water runs clear. In a pot, warm 1 tsp sesame oil and lightly toast the rice. Pour in the collagen broth, bring to a boil, then reduce to low heat. Simmer gently for 40–50 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the grains break down and the mixture becomes silky and thick.

    This slower method mimics classic Korean hospital-style jook: long cooking time, tiny broken-down rice grains, and a silky texture that’s ultra-soothing for the stomach. The collagen from Crushed Tonic stays dissolved throughout, so every spoonful delivers a steady stream of skin- and gut-supportive peptides.

  4. Add proteins + veggies.
    In the last 5–10 minutes of cooking, stir in soft tofu, mushrooms, zucchini, or shredded chicken. Let everything simmer until tender and heated through.

    Collagen itself is rich in glycine and proline — amino acids involved in collagen matrix repair, skin barrier support, and gut lining health. When you pair Crushed Tonic’s collagen with high-fiber veggies and extra protein, you turn a simple bowl of jook into a balanced, functional beauty meal.

  5. Serve and finish.
    Taste and season with a pinch of salt if needed. Ladle the jook into bowls and top with sliced green onions, toasted sesame seeds, roasted seaweed, or a delicate egg ribbon. Enjoy warm.

    This is where the ritual kicks in: a steaming bowl of collagen-rich jook from Crushed Tonic that feels like comfort food, but quietly works on skin glow, elasticity, and gut resilience in the background.

the science behind this collagen jook

  • Bioavailable marine collagen peptides: Crushed Tonic uses hydrolyzed marine collagen, meaning the long protein chains are pre-broken into smaller peptides. Smaller peptides are easier for your body to absorb and transport, so more of the collagen you drink can be used to support skin, joint, and gut tissues.
  • Skin hydration + elasticity support: Regular marine collagen intake has been shown in clinical studies to help improve skin hydration, reduce the appearance of fine lines, and support elasticity. By building this routine into a daily bowl of jook, you’re making your skincare step something warm and delicious — not just a capsule or pill.
  • Glycine and proline (“glow amino acids”): Crushed Tonic’s marine collagen is naturally rich in glycine and proline, amino acids involved in collagen matrix repair, wound healing, and barrier strengthening. Glycine is also known for its calming effect on the nervous system, which matches the soothing feeling you get from a warm bowl of jook.
  • Gut lining support: Collagen peptides can contribute amino acids that help maintain the integrity of the intestinal barrier. Combined with the gentle, low-fat, low-fiber nature of rice porridge, this Crushed Tonic collagen jook becomes a gut-friendly option when you need something easy to digest.
  • Anchovy broth flavor, upgraded by collagen science: Traditional anchovy or kelp stocks give beautiful umami, but they’re not standardized or optimized for collagen content. Crushed Tonic Umami Korean Broth Marine Collagen delivers that nostalgic Korean broth flavor while also giving you a consistent, measurable dose of marine collagen in each serving.

why you’ll love it

  • Skin-hydrating comfort food: Each bowl is powered by Crushed Tonic’s hydrolyzed marine collagen, designed to support skin hydration and elasticity while you enjoy something cozy and familiar.
  • Gut-healing and gentle: Warm rice porridge is famously easy on digestion, and Crushed Tonic collagen peptides add amino acids that support gut lining integrity and a calmer, more resilient microbiome.
  • Clean protein without heaviness: You get functional protein from Crushed Tonic collagen — no fillers, no preservatives — in a light, soothing meal that won’t weigh you down.
  • Rooted in Korean tradition, upgraded by science: Inspired by classic anchovy or kelp jook, reimagined with modern, science-backed marine collagen peptides from Crushed Tonic that your body can actually absorb and use.
  • Easy, no-stock hack: No more simmering anchovies or fish bones for 30+ minutes. Just scoop Crushed Tonic, whisk, and you have deep, savory Korean broth in seconds.

make it yours

  • Spicy kimchi jook: Stir in chopped kimchi and a little kimchi brine while simmering for a tangy, spicy probiotic kick that pairs perfectly with Crushed Tonic’s umami broth.
  • Extra protein: Add an extra half stick of Crushed Tonic Umami Korean Broth Marine Collagen or top with a soft-boiled egg, tofu, or shredded chicken.
  • Veggie-loaded version: Fold in spinach, napa cabbage, mushrooms, or grated carrot in the last few minutes of cooking for more fiber, antioxidants, and texture.
  • Ultra-creamy texture: Simmer a little longer and mash the grains gently with a spoon for that ultra-silky, hospital-style Korean jook that feels like a hug from the inside.

faq

Does this jook taste fishy?
No. Crushed Tonic Umami Korean Broth Marine Collagen is formulated to taste like a clean, savory Korean fish stock — rich in umami, but without an overpowering “fishy” smell or aftertaste.

Can I use plain water instead of collagen broth?
You can, but you’ll miss out on the functional benefits of Crushed Tonic collagen — like skin hydration and elasticity support — plus the deep, layered flavor that the broth delivers.

Is this jook good for sensitive stomachs?
Yes. Jook is traditionally served in Korean hospitals because it is gentle and easy to digest. The hydrolyzed collagen peptides in Crushed Tonic are also easy on digestion and can help support gut lining health as part of a balanced diet.

Can I add other Crushed Tonic collagens?
For extra collagen, you can add a scoop of Crushed Tonic Pure Unflavored Marine Collagen into the broth — it will dissolve seamlessly without changing the flavor, while boosting your total collagen intake.

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