Spicy and Sweet Myun-gool: A Delicious and Refreshing Korean Noodle Salad
Irresistible Myun-gool: A Sweet, Sour, and Savory Korean Noodle Delight
The perfect dish for when you lose your appetite on a hot day! Enjoy this refreshing and flavorful Korean noodle salad, featuring chewy somen noodles, crisp vegetables, and savory sea snails (gulbang-i). This recipe uses simple seasonings to achieve a professional-level taste right in your own kitchen.
Main Ingredients
- 1 can canned sea snails (gulbang-i)
- 1 handful lettuce
- 1/4 carrot
- 1 handful bean sprouts
- 1/4 green onion
- 1/4 cucumber
- Somen noodles, 1 serving (approx. 100g)
Seasoning Sauce
- 7 Tbsp store-bought cho-gochujang (spicy sweet chili paste)
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil
- 1/2 Tbsp minced garlic
- 1 Tbsp oligodang (or corn syrup)
- A pinch of toasted sesame seeds
- 7 Tbsp store-bought cho-gochujang (spicy sweet chili paste)
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil
- 1/2 Tbsp minced garlic
- 1 Tbsp oligodang (or corn syrup)
- A pinch of toasted sesame seeds
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, drain the canned sea snails thoroughly using a sieve. This step is crucial to remove any can liquid and prepare the snails to absorb the sauce beautifully.
Step 2
Next, slice the drained sea snails into bite-sized pieces, about 1 to 2 cm long. Avoid cutting them too small, as this can diminish the enjoyable chewy texture.
Step 3
Feel free to use any fresh vegetables you have on hand! Tear the lettuce into large pieces. Thinly julienne the carrot and cucumber. Finely chop the green onion to add aromatic flavor. Rinse the bean sprouts clean.
Step 4
While you’re preparing the vegetables, bring a large pot of water to a boil for the somen noodles. Add the noodles and stir occasionally to prevent them from sticking together. Cook according to package directions or until al dente, usually about 7-9 minutes.
Step 5
Once the noodles are cooked, immediately rinse them under cold running water to remove excess starch. Drain them well in a colander. This technique ensures the noodles remain firm and delightfully chewy.
Step 6
Arrange the drained somen noodles attractively in a large serving bowl. Gently loosen the noodles with your fingers to prevent clumping for a more appealing presentation.
Step 7
Artfully top the noodles with the prepared julienned vegetables and the sliced sea snails. A colorful arrangement of vegetables will make the dish look even more appetizing.
Step 8
Finally, generously drizzle the prepared seasoning sauce (cho-gochujang, sesame oil, minced garlic, oligodang) over the noodles and toppings, adjusting to your preferred taste. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds for an extra nutty aroma. Mix everything together with chopsticks and enjoy your delicious homemade Myun-gool!
