Spicy & Tangy Yeolmu Kimchi Bibim Guksu: A Summer Delight!
How to Make Yeolmu Kimchi Bibim Guksu: The Ultimate Recipe for Kimchi Noodles
Craving a refreshing and flavorful noodle dish? This Yeolmu Kimchi Bibim Guksu recipe is your answer! Made with perfectly fermented yeolmu kimchi, this dish offers a delightful balance of spicy, tangy, and slightly sweet flavors that will awaken your taste buds. It’s an ideal summer meal, perfect for a light yet satisfying lunch or dinner. We’ll guide you through preparing the vibrant bibim sauce and cooking the noodles to perfection, ensuring even beginners can achieve delicious results. Get ready to enjoy a bowl of pure comfort and flavor!
Ingredients (Tablespoon(10ml) | Cup(200ml))- 1 serving Somyeon noodles (about 100g)
- 1 cup well-fermented Yeolmu Kimchi (including some brine)
- 1/2 hard-boiled egg
- 5 cm cucumber
Seasoning Sauce- 1 Tbsp Gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1 Tbsp Gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
- 1 Tbsp Soy Sauce (or seasoned soy sauce)
- 1 Tbsp Vinegar
- 0.7 Tbsp Sugar (adjust if using white sugar)
- 1 Tbsp Ground Toasted Sesame Seeds
- 1 Tbsp Sesame Oil
- 1 Tbsp Gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1 Tbsp Gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
- 1 Tbsp Soy Sauce (or seasoned soy sauce)
- 1 Tbsp Vinegar
- 0.7 Tbsp Sugar (adjust if using white sugar)
- 1 Tbsp Ground Toasted Sesame Seeds
- 1 Tbsp Sesame Oil
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Garnish with the halved hard-boiled egg, the chopped yeolmu kimchi, and the julienned cucumber. Your refreshing Kimchi Bibim Guksu, a perfect summer treat, is now ready to be enjoyed!
Step 2
Before we cook the noodles, let’s prepare our toppings. Boil one egg until hard-boiled and set aside to cool slightly before halving. Finely chop the yeolmu kimchi into bite-sized pieces. Thinly julienne the cucumber for a fresh, crisp texture.
Step 3
Now, let’s create the heart of our Bibim Guksu – the sauce! In a measuring cup, combine 1 tablespoon of gochujang, 1 tablespoon of soy sauce (you can use a flavored soy sauce like Hongge for extra depth), and 1 tablespoon of vinegar for that essential tanginess.
Step 4
Next, add 1 tablespoon of fragrant sesame oil and 1 tablespoon of ground toasted sesame seeds. To balance the flavors, add 0.7 tablespoon of sugar (if using plain white sugar, you might want to use slightly less). The perfect bibim guksu needs that delightful sweet and sour profile, so feel free to adjust the vinegar and sugar to your personal preference.
Step 5
Whisk all the sauce ingredients together until well combined, creating a vibrant and flavorful bibim sauce. This recipe makes a generous amount of sauce. To ensure the noodles are perfectly coated without being too saucy, it’s best to add the sauce gradually rather than all at once.
Step 6
With the sauce ready, it’s time to cook the noodles. For one serving, use about 100g of somyeon. Bring a large pot of water to a rolling boil. Add the somyeon and cook over high heat. As the water begins to boil again, add a cup of cold water to temper the noodles. Repeat this process 2-3 times. The noodles are perfectly cooked when they turn a clear, translucent color. A reliable test is to pull out a strand, rinse it in cold water, and taste it. Cooking time may vary depending on the thickness of the noodles, the amount you’re cooking, and your stove’s heat.
Step 7
Once the noodles are cooked to perfection, immediately rinse them thoroughly under cold running water. Gently rub the noodles with your hands while rinsing to remove excess starch, which will give them a wonderfully chewy texture. Drain them thoroughly in a colander.
Step 8
Place the drained noodles in a bowl. Add a portion of the prepared bibim sauce and some of the yeolmu kimchi. Gently toss everything together until the noodles are evenly coated. Mixing thoroughly in the bowl before plating ensures the flavors are well distributed and delicious.
Step 9
Transfer the sauced noodles to a serving bowl, arranging them attractively. Top with the remaining yeolmu kimchi and julienned cucumber. Add the halved hard-boiled egg for a complete and satisfying meal. Your delicious Yeolmu Bibim Guksu is ready!
Step 10
For the final flourish, sprinkle a generous amount of toasted sesame seeds over the dish. In Korean cuisine, sesame seeds not only enhance the visual appeal and flavor but are also said to signify that the dish is fresh and untouched. A fun little fact! Enjoy your culinary creation!
Step 11
This Yeolmu Bibim Guksu looks and smells incredible – I’m already getting hungry just looking at it! The truth is, I couldn’t resist sneak-tasting a few strands while mixing the sauce. Who could blame me? It’s just that delicious!
