Hearty & Refreshing Dakguksu (Korean Chicken Noodle Soup) – Perfect for Summer
Summer Health Booster: Dakguksu
This Dakguksu is made with a rich and deeply flavorful chicken broth, offering a delightful contrast with chewy noodles. It’s the perfect recipe to utilize leftover chicken broth from making Baeksuk (Korean boiled chicken). We highly recommend this as a cooling and nourishing meal to beat the summer heat. Replenish your energy with a satisfying bowl of Dakguksu!
Main Ingredients
- 1 serving of somyeon noodles (thin wheat noodles)
- 1 serving of rich chicken broth (approx. 2-3 cups)
- A small amount of fresh chives
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Let me guide you through making Dakguksu, a quintessential summer revitalizer. Even with just chicken broth, you can achieve a professional-level taste at home.
Step 2
Imagine enjoying a bowl of perfectly cooked, delightfully chewy somyeon noodles swimming in a hot, savory chicken broth. Who wouldn’t love Dakguksu? Let’s make this delicious noodle soup together!
Step 3
First, prepare one serving of somyeon noodles. Bring a pot of water to a rolling boil and carefully add the noodles. Stir gently with chopsticks to prevent them from sticking. Cook them about 30 seconds to 1 minute less than the time indicated on the package for the best chewy texture.
Step 4
Once cooked, drain the noodles thoroughly in a colander. Then, rinse them under cold running water, followed by a brief soak in ice-cold water. This step makes the noodles even more springy and cools them down, perfect for a refreshing dish. Drain them well again, shaking off any excess water.
Step 5
Now, it’s time to heat up the delicious chicken broth. You can use pre-made broth or the leftover broth from cooking chicken. Pour the chicken broth into a pot and bring it to a simmer over medium heat. Once it starts to boil, season with a pinch of salt and pepper to your liking. Start with a small amount of salt and adjust as you taste.
Step 6
Arrange the drained somyeon noodles attractively in a serving bowl. Ladle the warm chicken broth over the noodles, ensuring they are well submerged. The hot broth will gently soften the noodles.
Step 7
Finally, garnish the Dakguksu with fresh chives, washed and chopped into bite-sized pieces. The vibrant, fresh aroma of chives will complement the rich chicken broth, adding another layer of flavor. For an extra kick, you can add a little minced garlic or chopped green chilies.
Step 8
Sprinkle generously with sesame seeds for a nutty finish, and your revitalizing summer Dakguksu is complete! The harmony of the cooling broth, chewy noodles, and fresh chives is sure to stimulate your appetite and restore your energy.
