Spicy & Sweet Whelk Salad with Noodles: The Perfect Late-Night Snack & Appetizer!
How to Make Delicious Whelk Salad with Noodles – Easy Golden Recipe
Feeling peckish late at night, or looking for a delightful snack to share with friends? This spicy and sweet whelk salad with noodles is the ultimate choice for a late-night treat and an accompaniment to drinks! The harmony of fresh vegetables, chewy noodles, and the sweet and tangy sauce is simply exquisite. Follow along and make it now!
Main Ingredients- 1 can (400g) canned whelks
- 1/2 fresh cucumber
- 1/2 crisp carrot
- 10 perilla leaves (깻잎)
- 200g somen noodles
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, drain the canned whelks thoroughly and cut them into bite-sized pieces, about 2-3 cm. Wash the cucumber and carrot, peel them, and julienne them thinly. Wash the perilla leaves, pat them dry, and thinly slice them into ribbons. Place the prepared whelks, julienned cucumber, julienned carrot, and sliced perilla leaves into a large bowl.
Step 2
Now it’s time to mix everything with the seasonings. Add 1 Tbsp gochujang, 1 Tbsp sugar, 1 Tbsp soy sauce, and 1 Tbsp sesame oil to the ingredients in the bowl. Gently toss and mix everything with your hands until well combined. It’s important to mix gently so the sauce coats everything evenly. (Tip: If you like, you can add a little minced garlic or a splash of vinegar for extra flavor.)
Step 3
To achieve perfectly chewy noodles, it’s crucial to cook them correctly. Bring a generous pot of water to a rolling boil. Add the somen noodles. When the water starts to boil up with foam, pour in a cup of cold water to reduce the boiling. Repeat this process once more (adding cold water a second time). On the third boil, turn off the heat and immediately rinse the noodles under cold running water to make them firm and springy. Drain them thoroughly in a colander.
Step 4
Now, it’s time to plate your beautiful whelk noodle salad! Arrange the mixed whelk salad attractively on a serving plate. To the side, carefully swirl and place the perfectly cooked somen noodles. The vibrant colors will surely whet your appetite.
Step 5
Finally, sprinkle a generous amount of sesame seeds over the top for a nutty aroma. The subtle nuttiness of the sesame seeds will enhance the overall flavor of the whelk salad. Now, mix it all up and enjoy!
