Hearty and Warm Fish Cake Noodles
♥ [Newlywed’s Table] A Bowl of Warm Fish Cake Noodles on a Chilly Day
As the autumn breeze rustles gently, do you find yourself craving the warmth of a street-side stall after work? How about a steaming bowl of fish cake noodles? This recipe offers a comforting and satisfying meal, perfect for cooler days, featuring chewy noodles and flavorful fish cakes in a savory broth.
Main Ingredients- 1 serving of somyeon noodles (approx. 100g)
- 1 pack of assorted fish cakes (approx. 200-250g)
- 1 large green onion (scallion)
- 1/2 medium onion
- 1 Cheongyang chili pepper (optional, for a spicy kick)
- 3 Tbsp of store-bought shabu-shabu broth base
- 1 tsp minced garlic
- 1/2 pack enoki mushrooms
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare the vegetables that will add depth to the broth. Slice the green onion into bite-sized pieces. Thinly slice the half onion. If you prefer a spicy and refreshing broth, thinly slice the Cheongyang chili pepper after removing the seeds. (Adjust the amount to your preference.)
Step 2
Cut the fish cakes into bite-sized pieces. If they are too large, the flavor won’t infuse well, and if they are too small, they might not provide enough texture. Aim for pieces around 2×4 cm. (You can use various shapes of fish cakes.)
Step 3
Pour 750ml of water into a pot and bring it to a boil over high heat. Once the water is boiling vigorously, add 3 tablespoons of the store-bought shabu-shabu broth base and 1 teaspoon of minced garlic to enhance the richness of the broth. (If you don’t have shabu-shabu broth base, anchovy-kelp broth is a good alternative.)
Step 4
When the broth starts to simmer again, add all the prepared assorted fish cakes. The fish cakes will release their delicious flavors, making the broth richer and more savory.
Step 5
In a separate pot, bring plenty of water to a boil. Add 1 serving of somyeon noodles and cook for about 3 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. When the noodles are cooked and the water is boiling vigorously, add 1 cup of cold water to make the noodles more springy.
Step 6
Add the prepared onion, green onion, and the optional Cheongyang chili pepper to the pot with the simmering fish cakes. Cook together. The vegetables will release sweetness and a refreshing taste, making the broth even more delicious.
Step 7
Finally, add a handful of enoki mushrooms. Enoki mushrooms cook quickly, so don’t overcook them. This completes the base of your fish cake soup!
Step 8
Quickly rinse the cooked somyeon noodles under cold water several times to remove excess starch. Drain them thoroughly in a colander to ensure they don’t become mushy and maintain their chewy texture.
Step 9
Place the drained somyeon noodles into a bowl, and ladle the hot fish cake soup generously over them. Your delicious fish cake noodles are now complete! Feel free to add kimchi or other toppings as desired.
