Refreshing and Tangy Kimchi Noodles
Quick and Delicious Kimchi Noodles Using Store-Bought Naengmyeon Broth
A perfect choice for those hot summer days when your appetite is low! This recipe features kimchi noodles with a delightful sweet and sour, refreshing taste, combining store-bought naengmyeon broth with crisp kimchi and cool cucumber. It’s easy to make, so anyone can enjoy it.
Main Ingredients- Somen noodles (for 2 servings)
- 2 pouches store-bought naengmyeon broth (approx. 1.5-2L)
- 1/4 cucumber
- 1/4 cup well-fermented kimchi
- 1 sheet flat fish cake
- 2 Cheongyang peppers
Seasoning and Toppings- 1 Tbsp sesame seeds
- 1 Tbsp sesame seeds
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare the ingredients for the toppings. Wash the cucumber thoroughly and julienne it thinly. Julienne the flat fish cake to a similar thickness. Finely mince the Cheongyang peppers after removing the seeds. If you like it spicy, you can mince them with the seeds.
Step 2
Finely chop the kimchi using scissors or a knife into bite-sized pieces. If they are too large, they can be inconvenient to eat with the noodles. Chop them into pieces that are easy to eat.
Step 3
Now, let’s cook the somen noodles. Add the somen noodles to a large pot of boiling water and cook for 3-4 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent the noodles from sticking together. Pouring a little cold water when the noodles boil up will make them chewier and more resilient. Repeat this process 2-3 times.
Step 4
Once the somen noodles are cooked, drain them in a colander and rinse them thoroughly under cold running water to remove excess starch. This makes the noodles cleaner and chewier. Finally, squeeze out any excess water with your hands.
Step 5
Arrange the cooked somen noodles attractively in a bowl. Pour the 2 pouches of store-bought naengmyeon broth over the noodles. If the broth’s flavor is lacking or too bland, you can adjust the taste by adding a little sugar or vinegar according to your preference. Adding a bit of kimchi juice is also a great option if you want a spicy kick.
Step 6
Garnish the noodles by artfully arranging the prepared julienned cucumber, fish cake, and chopped kimchi on top.
Step 7
Finally, add the minced Cheongyang peppers to your liking and sprinkle with 1 tablespoon of sesame seeds for a visually appealing and flavorful finish! Enjoy this refreshing kimchi noodle dish.
