Refreshing Cold Buckwheat Noodles with Spicy Sauce

Ingredients

• 200g (7 oz) buckwheat noodles 200g (7 oz) buckwheat noodles
• 4 cups (950ml) beef broth 4 cups (950ml) beef broth
• 2 tablespoons Korean chili paste (gochujang) 2 tablespoons Korean chili paste (gochujang)
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon sugar 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 cucumber, thinly sliced 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
• 4 radishes, thinly sliced 4 radishes, thinly sliced
• 2 hard-boiled eggs, sliced 2 hard-boiled eggs, sliced
• Optional toppings: sliced beef, pickled vegetables, kimchi Optional toppings: sliced beef, pickled vegetables, kimchi

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 320 kcal / 1340 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 6g, 1g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 55g, 5g
• Protein: 12g
• Fiber: 4g
• Salt: 2g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Cook the buckwheat noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water to cool them down.
2. 2.
   In a bowl, combine the Korean chili paste, rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, and sugar. Mix well to make the spicy sauce.
3. 3.
   In a serving bowl, place the chilled buckwheat noodles and pour the beef broth over them.
4. 4.
   Top the noodles with the cucumber slices, radish slices, and hard-boiled egg slices.
5. 5.
   Drizzle the spicy sauce over the noodles and garnish with optional toppings if desired.
6. 6.
   Serve immediately and enjoy the refreshing flavors of Naengmyeon.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Buckwheat noodles — Be careful not to overcook the noodles as they can become mushy. Rinse them with cold water after cooking to stop the cooking process and cool them down.
• Korean chili paste (gochujang) — Adjust the amount of chili paste according to your spice tolerance. Add more for a spicier sauce or reduce the amount for a milder flavor.

Tips & Tricks

• For a more authentic experience, try adding thinly sliced beef to the dish. Cook the beef in a separate pan and place it on top of the noodles before adding the toppings.
• If you prefer a milder flavor, reduce the amount of Korean chili paste in the sauce and adjust the spiciness to your liking.
• To save time, prepare the spicy sauce in advance and refrigerate it until ready to use.
• Customize your Naengmyeon by adding your favorite toppings such as pickled vegetables, kimchi, or sliced pear for a touch of sweetness.
• To enhance the presentation, serve Naengmyeon in individual bowls and garnish each bowl with a sprinkle of sesame seeds and chopped green onions.

Serving advice

Serve Naengmyeon immediately after preparation to enjoy the noodles at their best texture and flavor. It is best enjoyed chilled, making it a perfect dish for hot summer days.

Presentation advice

Present Naengmyeon in a large bowl, showcasing the vibrant colors of the toppings. Arrange the cucumber slices, radish slices, and hard-boiled egg slices on top of the noodles, creating an appealing visual contrast. Drizzle the spicy sauce over the noodles just before serving to maintain its freshness.