Kongguksu (Korean Cold Soy Milk Noodle Soup): Cool and Nutty Flavor to Beat the Summer Heat
Baek Jong-won’s Kongguksu Recipe: A Taste You Can Trust!
On a hot summer day, enjoy a refreshing bowl of Kongguksu with ice floating on top to instantly cool you down! This dish is perfect for all ages and easy to enjoy.
Kongguksu Ingredients- 1 block Tofu (firm or regular)
- 1 1/2 Tbsp Peanut Butter (adds creaminess and nutty flavor)
- 1 Tbsp Salt (for seasoning)
- 5 Tbsp Toasted Sesame Seeds (reduces soy bean smell and enhances nuttiness)
- 3 cups Water (using the water from the tofu packaging is recommended)
- 4 servings Noodles (approx. the size of a 500-won coin)
- 1 Tbsp Sugar (adds a touch of sweetness to enhance flavor)
Boiled Egg Garnish- 4 Eggs
- 1 Tbsp Salt (added to boiling water, helps eggs peel easily and removes smell)
- 1 Tbsp Vinegar (added to boiling water, helps eggs peel easily and keeps yolks intact)
- 4 Eggs
- 1 Tbsp Salt (added to boiling water, helps eggs peel easily and removes smell)
- 1 Tbsp Vinegar (added to boiling water, helps eggs peel easily and keeps yolks intact)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
In a blender, combine 1 block of tofu and 3 cups of water from the tofu packaging. Add 1 Tbsp sugar, 1 Tbsp salt, 5 Tbsp toasted sesame seeds, and 1.5 Tbsp peanut butter. Blend until smooth and creamy. The peanut butter will make the soup richer and more flavorful. (Tip: For enhanced aroma, lightly toast the sesame seeds before blending.)
Step 2
Prepare the boiled eggs for garnish. In a pot, add enough water to cover the eggs, along with 1 Tbsp salt and 1 Tbsp vinegar. Add the eggs and boil on high heat for about 13 minutes until fully cooked (hard-boiled). Immediately rinse the boiled eggs under cold water; this makes them easier to peel.
Step 3
Now, let’s cook the noodles. Once the water in a pot comes to a rolling boil, add 4 servings of noodles (about the size of a 500-won coin). When the water starts to boil over, add about half a cup of cold water, and repeat this once more. This method ensures the noodles are cooked perfectly al dente. After cooking, drain the noodles and rinse them thoroughly under cold running water. Rub them gently as if washing laundry to remove excess starch, which will make them chewier.
Step 4
It’s time to assemble your Kongguksu! Pour a generous amount of the chilled soy milk mixture into a serving bowl. Add the cooked and rinsed noodles. Place the hard-boiled eggs on top as a garnish. (Tip: For an extra refreshing crunch, you can thinly slice some cucumber and add it as a topping according to your preference.) Your delicious Kongguksu is now ready to be enjoyed! Serve immediately.
