Refreshing Homemade Naengmyeon (Korean Cold Noodles)
Beat the Heat: Deliciously Chilled Naengmyeon
Perfect for a weekend treat, this refreshing Naengmyeon recipe is a delightful way to cool down and stimulate your appetite.
Noodles
- Naengmyeon noodles for 2 servings
Toppings & Broth
- 2 eggs
- A small amount of cucumber (julienned)
- 2 servings of store-bought Naengmyeon broth (chill in the freezer for extra coldness!)
- Store-bought Naengmyeon sauce (adjust to taste)
- 2 eggs
- A small amount of cucumber (julienned)
- 2 servings of store-bought Naengmyeon broth (chill in the freezer for extra coldness!)
- Store-bought Naengmyeon sauce (adjust to taste)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Boiling the perfect eggs: Place enough water in a pot to cover the eggs. Add 1/2 tablespoon of vinegar to the water, then gently place the eggs in. Boiling for about 9 minutes yields perfectly cooked, firm eggs. Immediately transfer the boiled eggs to an ice bath to cool them down.
Step 2
Cooking the noodles: Bring a generous pot of water to a rolling boil. Carefully add the Naengmyeon noodles, making sure to separate them so they don’t clump together.
Step 3
Achieving the right chewiness: Cook the noodles in the boiling water for approximately 1 minute, stirring gently with chopsticks to prevent sticking. Be careful not to overcook them, as they can become mushy.
Step 4
Rinsing for a refreshing texture: Immediately transfer the cooked noodles to a bowl of ice-cold water. Then, rinse them under cold running water, gently rubbing the noodles to remove excess starch. This step makes the noodles wonderfully chewy and ensures a clean taste.
Step 5
Draining and plating: Once thoroughly rinsed, drain the noodles well using a colander. Then, artfully arrange the drained noodles in serving bowls.
Step 6
Assembling your masterpiece: Garnish the noodles with the julienned cucumber and the halved boiled eggs. Finally, pour a generous amount of the ice-cold Naengmyeon broth over the noodles, ensuring it’s refreshingly slushy. Add the store-bought Naengmyeon sauce to your liking for an extra burst of flavor!
