Chilled Kimchi Noodle Soup (Kimchi Mari Guksu)
Super Simple and Refreshing Chilled Kimchi Noodle Soup!
On sweltering summer days, you need a dish that awakens your appetite! Kimchi Mari Guksu is a delightful noodle soup that can be enjoyed as a special meal. Don’t think of it as complicated; we’ve made it incredibly, super, super simple! Let’s make it easily and enjoy.
Noodle Ingredients- Somen noodles, for 2 servings
- 1 pack (320g) store-bought cold noodle broth
- Cold water, same amount as the broth (320ml)
- 100g well-fermented kimchi
- 1/4 cucumber
- 1 ladleful (approx. 50ml) kimchi brine
Kimchi Seasoning- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare 1 pack (320g) of store-bought cold noodle broth. Pour the broth into a bowl, and add the same amount of cold water (320ml). This 1:1 ratio ensures the perfect seasoning for a delicious soup.
Step 2
Next, add 1 ladleful (about 50ml) of kimchi brine. To ensure a clean taste, use a sieve to strain out the kimchi solids and add only the clear liquid.
Step 3
Finely chop the well-fermented kimchi into bite-sized pieces. The more fermented the kimchi, the deeper and more flavorful the broth will be.
Step 4
In a separate bowl, gently mix the chopped kimchi with 1 teaspoon of sugar and 1 teaspoon of sesame oil. The sugar helps balance the acidity of the kimchi, while the sesame oil adds a nutty aroma.
Step 5
Wash the cucumber, remove the seeds, and cut it into thin matchsticks. The crisp texture of the cucumber will add a delightful contrast to the dish.
Step 6
Now, it’s time to cook the noodles. Bring a pot of generously salted water to a rolling boil over high heat.
Step 7
Once the water is boiling, add the somen noodles and cook for about 4 minutes to achieve a chewy texture. Stir the noodles occasionally to prevent them from sticking together.
Step 8
Drain the cooked somen noodles immediately and rinse them thoroughly under cold running water to remove excess starch. Drain them well in a colander; this step is crucial to prevent the noodles from becoming mushy and maintain their firm texture.
Step 9
Arrange the well-drained noodles neatly in serving bowls.
Step 10
To make the broth extra refreshing, take out the broth that you’ve placed in the freezer. Freezing it for about an hour creates a slushy, icy layer on top, making the soup incredibly cold and invigorating. (Be careful not to freeze it solid!).
Step 11
Pour the chilled broth generously over the noodles in each bowl, being careful not to overfill.
Step 12
Finally, top the noodles with the prepared kimchi and julienned cucumber. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds to finish. Enjoy your delicious and refreshing Kimchi Mari Guksu, where the cold broth and crunchy kimchi create a perfect harmony!
