Spicy & Tangy Jjolmyeon Bibim Mandu: A Golden Recipe Using Fridge Staples
Easy Jjolmyeon Bibim Mandu Recipe with Plenty of Vegetables & a Golden Sauce Ratio
Let’s make Jjolmyeon Bibim Mandu, a delightful dish combining chewy Jjolmyeon noodles and crispy fried dumplings, all tossed in a zesty sauce. This recipe is perfect for using up leftover vegetables in your fridge.
Main Ingredients
- Jjolmyeon noodles, for 2 servings
- Frozen dumplings, 5 pieces
- Bean sprouts, 1 handful
- Lettuce, 1 handful
- Hard-boiled eggs, 2
- Cucumber, 1/2
- Carrot, 1/2
- Cabbage, 1 handful
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Today, I’ll share a detailed guide to making delicious Jjolmyeon Bibim Mandu with a perfect balance of spicy, sweet, and tangy flavors. You’ll learn how to use up ingredients from your fridge and get my golden recipe for the Jjolmyeon sauce that’s hard to resist!
Step 2
First, let’s prepare the boiled eggs. You can enjoy them as is with a pinch of salt, or add them to the mix for extra richness. Boil 2 eggs until firm. For the bean sprouts, blanch them in boiling water for a minute until crisp-tender, then rinse under cold water and drain thoroughly. Thinly julienne the cucumber, carrot, and cabbage. Tear the lettuce into bite-sized pieces.
Step 3
Now, let’s make the star of the show: the Jjolmyeon Bibim sauce! In a bowl, combine 2 tsp gochujang, 1 tsp gochugaru, 1 tsp soy sauce, 1 tsp sugar, 1 tsp vinegar, and 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds. Mix everything well until thoroughly combined. If the sauce seems too thick, you can add about 2 tsp of water to reach your desired consistency. This simple ratio creates a wonderfully balanced flavor.
Step 4
Next, fry the dumplings. Heat a generous amount of oil in a pan and fry the dumplings until they are golden brown and crispy. This adds a delightful textural contrast. Carefully separate the Jjolmyeon noodles so they don’t clump together. Boil them according to package instructions until al dente. Once cooked, rinse them thoroughly under cold running water to remove excess starch and drain them very well in a colander.
Step 5
It’s time to plate this masterpiece! Place the drained Jjolmyeon noodles in the center of a serving dish. Arrange the prepared lettuce, julienned cucumber, carrot, cabbage, blanched bean sprouts, boiled eggs, and crispy fried dumplings artfully around the noodles, creating a visually appealing presentation. Imagine arranging them in a circular pattern, reminiscent of ‘dori-baengbaeng.’ Finally, generously drizzle the prepared Jjolmyeon sauce over the noodles and toppings. It’s ready to serve!
Step 6
This Jjolmyeon Bibim Mandu is incredibly delicious when mixed together. The chewy noodles, crispy dumplings, and fresh vegetables all come together in perfect harmony. It’s not just a meal; it’s a feast for the eyes and the palate.
Step 7
For an extra kick of tangy spice, you can add a drizzle of chojang (spicy vinegar sauce) if you like. This completes your perfectly balanced sweet, sour, and spicy Jjolmyeon Bibim Mandu. Enjoy your culinary creation!
