Spicy & Sweet Summer Delight: Yeolmu Bibim Guksu Recipe
The Ultimate Summer Palate Booster: Yeolmu Bibim Guksu
Introducing Yeolmu Bibim Guksu, a truly special dish perfect for when your yeolmu kimchi (young radish kimchi) is wonderfully fermented and ready to be enjoyed. This noodle dish is a fantastic way to beat the summer heat and tantalize your taste buds with its refreshing, spicy, and slightly sweet flavors. Let’s get cooking!
Noodle Ingredients- Somen or medium noodles, for 2 servings
- Generous amount of well-fermented yeolmu kimchi (including some juice)
- 1 hard-boiled egg, halved (for garnish)
- A small amount of cucumber, thinly julienned
- A sprinkle of sesame seeds or roasted black sesame seeds (for garnish)
Spicy & Sweet Bibim Guksu Sauce- 2 Tbsp Gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1 Tbsp Maesil-cheong (plum extract) or corn syrup
- A pinch of sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil
- 1 Tbsp sesame seeds (toasted, ground for better flavor)
- A pinch of black pepper (optional)
- 2 Tbsp Gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1 Tbsp Maesil-cheong (plum extract) or corn syrup
- A pinch of sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil
- 1 Tbsp sesame seeds (toasted, ground for better flavor)
- A pinch of black pepper (optional)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
This recipe guides you through making Yeolmu Bibim Guksu, a quintessential summer noodle dish. Enjoy this delightful meal easily made at home!
Step 2
In a large bowl, chop the well-fermented yeolmu kimchi into bite-sized pieces. Add all the sauce ingredients: gochujang, maesil-cheong, sugar, sesame oil, sesame seeds, and black pepper. If you have some of the kimchi juice, add about 2-3 tablespoons to make the sauce smoother and more flavorful. Gently mix the kimchi and sauce together with your hands, ensuring everything is well combined. Taste the sauce and adjust the sweetness or spiciness by adding more sugar or gochujang if needed.
Step 3
Bring a pot of water to a boil and cook the noodles for about 3-4 minutes, or according to the package instructions. Drain the noodles in a colander and rinse them thoroughly under cold running water to remove excess starch and achieve a firm, chewy texture. Ensure the noodles are well-drained to prevent them from becoming soggy.
Step 4
Add the drained noodles to the bowl with the seasoned yeolmu kimchi. Gently toss the noodles with the kimchi mixture using your hands, making sure the sauce coats the noodles evenly. Be careful not to overmix, as this can break the noodles.
Step 5
Arrange the seasoned bibim guksu attractively in serving bowls. Top with the thinly julienned cucumber and the halved hard-boiled egg for a beautiful presentation.
Step 6
Finally, sprinkle a generous amount of sesame seeds or roasted black sesame seeds over the top. Your delicious and refreshing Yeolmu Bibim Guksu is now ready to be enjoyed! Savor this perfect summer treat.
