Savory Chicken Noodle Soup with a Tangy Radish Kimchi Topping
Chicken Noodle Soup Elevated with Sautéed Radish Kimchi
This recipe features a delicious chicken noodle soup enhanced with a flavorful topping of stir-fried, well-fermented radish kimchi. While delicious simply sautéed, finely mincing and topping your chicken noodle soup with this kimchi will awaken your taste buds and bring a vibrant, tangy zest to the dish. Its refreshing sourness is sure to stimulate your appetite, complementing any meal perfectly.
Main Ingredients- 10 ladles chicken broth
- 1 handful somen noodles
- 1 handful chives
- 2 tbsp sautéed radish kimchi (for topping)
- 2 bowls radish kimchi (finely minced)
- 4 tbsp perilla oil
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, finely mince the washed radish kimchi. Heat 4 tablespoons of perilla oil in a frying pan over medium-low heat. Add the minced radish kimchi and stir-fry until fragrant and slightly softened, being careful not to burn it. This sautéed kimchi will serve as a delicious topping to enhance the flavor of your chicken noodle soup.
Step 2
Wash the fresh chives thoroughly and drain any excess water. Cut them in half crosswise into pieces about 3-4 cm long. It’s okay if they are a bit longer; they should be easy to slurp up with the noodles and broth.
Step 3
For an extra treat, you can season the chicken with sesame oil and other seasonings to enjoy separately. If you separate the chicken breast meat, you can add it to the soup later for an even richer chicken noodle soup.
Step 4
Pour 10 ladles of chicken broth into a small pot and place it on the stove over medium heat.
Step 5
Once the chicken broth comes to a rolling boil, add one handful of somen noodles. Gently loosen the noodles with chopsticks to prevent them from sticking together. The noodles will cook in approximately 2 minutes. When the noodles are nearly done, add the prepared chives and cook for another brief moment. Chives cook quickly, so just a quick boil is sufficient to keep them from becoming mushy.
Step 6
Add 1 to 2 tablespoons of the prepared sautéed radish kimchi topping to your noodle soup, according to your preference. This kimchi topping acts as a flavorful seasoning, adding depth and a delightful tang to your chicken noodle soup. It’s the perfect way to invigorate your taste buds!
