Crispy Seaweed and Tangy Gochujang Bibim-myeon
[Super Simple] Special Bibim-myeon Recipe Using Seaweed and Ramen from Your Pantry
Transform ordinary ramen into a special delicacy by adding crispy seasoned seaweed and a sweet and spicy gochujang sauce! This recipe is incredibly easy to follow, making it perfect for students living alone, busy office workers, or even as a delightful snack for kids. The simple cooking process yields a dish with a fantastic blend of flavors that rivals restaurant meals. It’s an innovative recipe, even considering its potential for commercialization, much like instant cold noodles or bibim-myeon found in stores!
Main Ingredients- 3 sheets of crispy seasoned seaweed (gim)
- 1 packet of instant ramen noodles
- 500ml (approx. 2 cups) water
- 1 chili pepper (preferably Cheongyang for a spicy kick)
- 1/4 cucumber
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Pour 500ml of fresh water into a pot and bring it to a boil over high heat. Once the water is vigorously boiling, add 1 packet of instant ramen noodles. Reduce the heat to medium and cook for approximately 3 minutes and 30 seconds, being careful not to overcook the noodles so they don’t become mushy. Refer to the cooking time on the ramen package, but aim for a slightly firm texture.
Step 2
Meanwhile, thinly slice 1 chili pepper. If you prefer it spicier, you can include the seeds. Wash 1/4 cucumber, trim the ends, and then cut it into long, thin julienne strips for a refreshing crunch. Slicing them slightly thicker will enhance their crispiness.
Step 3
Once the ramen noodles are cooked to your liking (around 3 minutes and 30 seconds), drain them using a colander. Immediately rinse the noodles under cold running water to stop the cooking process and remove excess starch. This step is key to achieving a wonderfully chewy and firm noodle texture.
Step 4
After rinsing, gently shake the colander to drain as much water as possible from the noodles. Excess water can dilute the sauce, so ensuring they are well-drained is important. Transfer the drained noodles to a serving bowl.
Step 5
Drizzle 1/2 Tbsp of sesame oil over the noodles for a rich, nutty flavor, followed by 1 Tbsp of gochujang for that signature sweet and spicy kick. You can adjust the amount of gochujang to your personal taste.
Step 6
Artfully arrange the julienned cucumber and sliced chili pepper on top of the noodles. Finally, tear 3 sheets of crispy seasoned seaweed in half and place them on top. Your delicious ‘Crispy Seaweed and Tangy Gochujang Bibim-myeon’ is now ready to be enjoyed!
Step 7
Here are two delightful ways to enjoy your ‘Crispy Seaweed and Tangy Gochujang Bibim-myeon’. The first method is to simply mix all the ingredients together thoroughly with chopsticks. For an even better flavor experience, break the seaweed into smaller pieces and mix them in with the noodles – this allows the crispiness and savory notes of the seaweed to infuse into every strand.
Step 8
The second method offers a different delightful experience. Take a piece of seaweed, place a portion of the mixed noodles, cucumber, and chili pepper on top, and eat it like a wrap or ‘ssam’. The combination of the savory seaweed wrapping the tangy and spicy noodles creates a unique and satisfying bite.
