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Kimchi Jjolmyeon
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 14 oz of jjolmyeon noodles
- 1 cup of kimchi, chopped
- 1/4 cup of gochujang (Korean red chili paste)
- 2 tablespoons of soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons of rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon of sugar
- 1 tablespoon of sesame oil
- 1/2 cup of cucumber, julienned
- 1/2 cup of carrot, julienned
- 2 hard-boiled eggs, sliced
- 1 tablespoon of sesame seeds
- 4 sheets of nori seaweed, shredded
Instructions
- Cook the jjolmyeon noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and rinse under cold water. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of chopped kimchi, 1/4 cup of gochujang, 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, 2 tablespoons of rice vinegar, 1 tablespoon of sugar, and 1 tablespoon of sesame oil. Mix well to make the sauce.
- Add the cooked and cooled jjolmyeon noodles to the sauce and toss to coat evenly.
- Divide the kimchi jjolmyeon into serving bowls and top with julienned cucumber, julienned carrot, sliced hard-boiled eggs, shredded nori seaweed, and a sprinkle of sesame seeds.
- Serve immediately and enjoy the spicy and refreshing flavors of kimchi jjolmyeon!
Jjolmyeon is a popular Korean dish known for its chewy noodles and spicy, tangy flavor. The history of Jjolmyeon dates back to the 1960s in South Korea, where it was originally created as a refreshing summer dish. The addition of kimchi to Jjolmyeon adds a delightful kick of flavor and a crunchy texture, elevating the dish to a whole new level. Chefs and restaurants in the regions of Seoul and Busan are renowned for their exceptional Jjolmyeon with added kimchi. The key to a perfect Jjolmyeon lies in the balance of the spicy sauce, chewy noodles, and the freshness of the added kimchi. For a unique twist, some recipes call for homemade kimchi to enhance the dish's authenticity and depth of flavor. Today, the best versions of Jjolmyeon with added kimchi can be found in traditional Korean restaurants that take pride in their time-honored recipes and use high-quality, fresh ingredients. Whether you're in South Korea or trying your hand at making it at home, the addition of kimchi to Jjolmyeon is sure to tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more.
25 min
4
380 calories
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