Pure and Lovely Mul-Jjolmyeon (Cold Noodle Soup)
A Refreshing and Mild Mul-Jjolmyeon Recipe, Deliciously Different
Tired of the usual spicy, sweet, and tangy jjolmyeon? Why not try ‘Mul-Jjolmyeon’ today, featuring a clean, refreshing, and delicately savory flavor profile? This recipe uses a savory anchovy-kelp broth as its base, creating a cool and deep taste. The tender fried tofu and fish cakes harmonize beautifully with the chewy jjolmyeon noodles, making it a delightful dish for everyone to enjoy without feeling overwhelmed. Experience a light and satisfying meal with this Mul-Jjolmyeon, possessing a pure charm akin to freshly squeezed, clear jewels. (Source: All Recipes of the World, 10000recipe)
Essential Ingredients- 1 serving cooked jjolmyeon noodles
- 5 cups anchovy-kelp broth
- 2 sheets blanched fried tofu (aburaage)
- 1 sheet blanched fish cake
- 1 egg
Seasoning Ingredients- 2 Tbsp soup soy sauce (Guk-ganjang)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- A pinch of black pepper
Garnish Ingredients- 1 handful crown daisy (Ssukgat)
- A little chopped green onion
- 1 Tbsp roasted seaweed flakes (Gim-garu)
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (Gochugaru)
- 2 Tbsp soup soy sauce (Guk-ganjang)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- A pinch of black pepper
Garnish Ingredients- 1 handful crown daisy (Ssukgat)
- A little chopped green onion
- 1 Tbsp roasted seaweed flakes (Gim-garu)
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (Gochugaru)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare the blanched fried tofu and fish cake. Slice them into thin strips; this will help them meld beautifully with the broth and enhance the overall flavor.
Step 2
In a deep pot, bring 5 cups of anchovy-kelp broth to a boil. Once boiling, add the thinly sliced fish cake and fried tofu strips and let them simmer. Then, season the broth with 2 tablespoons of soup soy sauce, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and a pinch of black pepper to deepen its savory notes.
Step 3
Whisk 1 egg until smooth. Slowly drizzle the beaten egg into the simmering broth along the edges of the pot while gently stirring with chopsticks to create delicate ribbons of cooked egg. Reduce the heat slightly once the egg is cooked.
Step 4
Place 1 serving of cooked jjolmyeon noodles into a serving bowl. Generously ladle the warm, prepared broth over the noodles, ensuring they are submerged. The warm broth will infuse the noodles, creating a delightful texture that is both chewy and tender.
Step 5
Finally, arrange a handful of fresh crown daisy attractively on top. Sprinkle a little chopped green onion over it. Finish with 1 tablespoon of roasted seaweed flakes for a nutty aroma and 1/2 teaspoon of red pepper flakes for a subtle hint of spice. Your visually appealing and deliciously balanced Mul-Jjolmyeon is now ready to be enjoyed!
