Spicy & Tangy Kimchi Bibim Guksu (Korean Cold Noodles)
Quick and Delicious Kimchi Bibim Guksu Made with Your Own Kimchi
Many people love noodles, especially the sweet and tangy ‘bibim guksu’! You can make a fantastic bowl of these noodles using just the kimchi you have at home, without needing to buy extra ingredients. It’s perfect for a simple lunch or a delightful treat. Why not try making this Kimchi Bibim Guksu today?
Main Ingredients- Well-fermented Kimchi (chopped) – about 1 bowlful
- 1 Egg
- 1 portion Noodles (Somen) – about a handful
Sauce Ingredients- 1 Tbsp Gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 5 Tbsp Kimchi Juice
- 1.5 Tbsp Sugar
- 3 Tbsp Sesame Oil
- 1 Tbsp Toasted Sesame Seeds
- 1 Tbsp Gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 5 Tbsp Kimchi Juice
- 1.5 Tbsp Sugar
- 3 Tbsp Sesame Oil
- 1 Tbsp Toasted Sesame Seeds
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare the kimchi, which is key to the flavor of your bibim guksu. Rinse well-fermented kimchi, drain any excess water, and then finely chop it into bite-sized pieces. About one bowlful of chopped kimchi is a good amount for one serving.
Step 2
In a mixing bowl, add 1 tablespoon of gochujang and 5 tablespoons of kimchi juice. Adding kimchi juice along with gochujang makes the sauce smoother and helps the noodles stay tender, unlike using only gochujang. You can adjust the amount of kimchi juice to control the spiciness, so feel free to tweak it to your preference!
Step 3
Next, add 1.5 tablespoons of sugar for sweetness and 3 tablespoons of sesame oil for a nutty aroma. It’s important to adjust the sugar based on how sour your kimchi is. If your kimchi is quite sour, add a little more sugar. If it’s less sour, you can reduce the amount. Sugar not only adds sweetness but also helps to balance the tartness of the kimchi.
Step 4
Finally, add 1 tablespoon of toasted sesame seeds for extra nuttiness. Stir everything together well until all the sauce ingredients are thoroughly combined. Your delicious bibim guksu sauce is ready!
Step 5
Prepare the boiled egg for your bibim guksu topping. Place the egg in boiling water and simmer for about 7-8 minutes for a hard-boiled egg. Once cooked, immediately transfer the egg to cold water; this makes peeling the shell much easier.
Step 6
Now it’s time to cook the noodles. Add one portion of noodles (usually about a handful) to a pot of generously boiling water.
Step 7
Stir the noodles occasionally to prevent them from sticking together and cook for about 3-5 minutes. The noodles are done when they appear translucent and the white core is no longer visible. (Cooking time may vary slightly depending on the amount of water and the type of noodles.) As soon as they are cooked, drain the noodles immediately and rinse them thoroughly under cold running water to wash away excess starch. Rinsing them in ice-cold water while rubbing them with your hands will make the noodles extra firm and chewy.
Step 8
Place the drained, chewy noodles into the prepared sauce. Toss gently to ensure the sauce coats every strand of noodle evenly. Finally, serve with the boiled egg on top for a beautiful presentation. Your delicious Kimchi Bibim Guksu is complete!
