King of Savory! Homemade Sesame Oil Buckwheat Noodles
Create the Trending Sesame Oil Buckwheat Noodles at Home with Superior Taste!
Tired of sold-out signs and long waits for the incredibly popular sesame oil buckwheat noodles? Now you can easily make them at home! “Romantic Home Cook,” who adores both buckwheat and sesame oil, brings you this ultimate flavor combination recipe. Get ready for a taste so delicious, you’ll want seconds! Let’s start making these unbelievably savory sesame oil buckwheat noodles. Slurp!
Main Ingredients- 1 serving Buckwheat Noodles (adjust quantity to your preference)
- 2-3 Tbsp Savory Sesame Oil
- 2 Tbsp Flavorful Soy Sauce or Brewed Soy Sauce (adjust to taste)
- 1-2 sheets Roasted Gim (Seaweed)
- 2 Tbsp Toasted Sesame Seeds
Optional Additions for Enhanced Flavor- 2-3 Scallions, finely chopped
- 1 plate Pickled Radish or Yeolmu Kimchi (for serving)
- 2-3 Scallions, finely chopped
- 1 plate Pickled Radish or Yeolmu Kimchi (for serving)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
1. Perfectly Cook the Buckwheat Noodles: Fill a large pot with plenty of water and bring it to a rolling boil. Once boiling, add the buckwheat noodles and cook for 3-4 minutes. Adding about one ladle of cold water when the water starts to boil over helps prevent sticking and ensures a chewy texture. Use a timer for precise cooking.
Step 2
2. Rinse and Drain Thoroughly: Immediately after cooking, rinse the buckwheat noodles under cold running water to remove excess starch. Then, squeeze out as much water as possible by hand. This step is crucial for maintaining a firm and chewy noodle texture. Important: Do not discard the noodle cooking water! Save about one ladleful to use later for broth.
Step 3
3. Coat Noodles with Sesame Oil (Secret Tip!): This is the key step! Transfer the drained noodles to a wide bowl. First, add the sesame oil. Here’s why this is important: Buckwheat noodles have a rough surface that absorbs flavors quickly. If you add soy sauce first, the noodles can become excessively salty. By coating the noodles with sesame oil initially, you create a barrier that allows the savory sesame oil flavor to penetrate evenly while moderating the saltiness of the soy sauce. This results in a richer, more balanced taste.
Step 4
4. Seasoning with Savory Soy Sauce: Choose your soy sauce based on preference. Regular brewed soy sauce is perfectly delicious on its own. However, for a deeper, more complex umami flavor, consider using a seasoned soy sauce (mat-ganjang). Alternatively, a 1:1 mixture of Tt suits you. and brewed soy sauce also works wonderfully. Start with the recommended amount of soy sauce and adjust to your personal taste after mixing.
Step 5
5. Enhance Flavor with Gim and Scallions: To elevate your noodles, prepare some crumbled gim (seaweed). Lightly toast the gim over an open flame until crispy, then crumble it finely and sprinkle generously over the noodles. Each bite will offer a delightful crunch and savory aroma. Adding finely chopped scallions not only enhances the visual appeal but also adds a fresh, aromatic dimension that perfectly complements the dish.
Step 6
6. The Aromatic Finish: Crushed Sesame Seeds: For the final touch of aroma, lightly crush the toasted sesame seeds before sprinkling them over the noodles. If you have a mortar and pestle, grind them finely. Otherwise, place the sesame seeds in a ziplock bag or on parchment paper and gently press down with the back of a spoon until they are broken down. This releases their fragrant oils. Your exceptional sesame oil buckwheat noodles are now complete!
Step 7
Serving Suggestion: For an even more satisfying meal, pair your noodles with large fried tofu pockets (daewang yubu chobap) or some refreshing kimchi. They create a fantastic flavor combination that makes for a perfect meal!
