Refreshing Acorn Jelly & Rice Soup (Super Easy Recipe)
Acorn Jelly Soup with Instant Broth: A Quick & Cool Meal
Beat the heat and tantalize your taste buds with this incredibly simple Acorn Jelly & Rice Soup! Made using store-bought cold noodle soup broth, this dish is perfect for those days when you crave something cool, tangy, and savory. The chewy acorn jelly combined with crisp vegetables and seasoned kimchi creates a delightful balance of textures and flavors. It’s a fantastic and refreshing meal that can be prepared in minutes!
Ingredients for Acorn Jelly Soup- Acorn Jelly (Dotori Muk) – 350g
- Kimchi (fermented napa cabbage) – 80g
- Sesame Oil – 1 Tbsp
- Sugar – 1 tsp
- Cucumber – 70g (approx. 1/4 medium cucumber)
- Dried Seaweed (Gim) – 5g (roasted or seasoned)
- Sesame Seeds (toasted) – 5g
- Store-bought Cold Noodle Broth (Naengmyeon Broth) – 600g (1 packet)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Wash the cucumber thoroughly and thinly julienne it. While thicker cuts offer a pleasant chew, thinner slices will blend better with the other ingredients.
Step 2
Lightly rinse the acorn jelly under running water. Cut it into bite-sized pieces, about 1.5 cm thick and elongated. Avoid cutting it too thinly, as this will diminish its chewy texture.
Step 3
Use slightly fermented kimchi for the best flavor. Rinse it lightly under cold water to remove excess sourness, then chop it very finely. Using kimchi that’s a bit sour will add a deeper umami flavor.
Step 4
In a small bowl, combine the finely chopped kimchi with 1 tablespoon of sesame oil and 1 teaspoon of sugar. Mix well by hand until evenly coated. The sugar balances the kimchi’s sourness, while the sesame oil adds a nutty aroma.
Step 5
Arrange the cut acorn jelly attractively in a large, deep serving bowl. Top with the seasoned kimchi and julienned cucumber. Pour the store-bought cold noodle broth over everything, ideally with some ice for extra chill. Finally, crumble the dried seaweed over the top and sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds. Your delicious Acorn Jelly & Rice Soup is ready to be enjoyed immediately!
