Super Simple Summer Delight! Refreshing Raw Fish Soup with Naengmyeon Broth
Beat the Summer Heat with This Easy Raw Fish Soup Recipe Using Naengmyeon Broth
As the weather gets warmer, I find myself craving cool, refreshing dishes! Last year around this time, I made squid raw fish soup using naengmyeon broth and it was a hit. This year, with the approaching summer, I’m feeling the same urge for a refreshing bowl of mulhoe. I picked up a small tray of sashimi from the supermarket and made an even simpler mulhoe sauce to create this incredibly easy raw fish soup. Let’s get started with this simple and delicious recipe for raw fish soup using naengmyeon broth!
Main Ingredients- 1 pack store-bought Naengmyeon (cold noodle) broth (approx. 500ml)
- 1 tray fresh sashimi (approx. 150-200g)
- 1/2 onion
- 1/4 cabbage
- 1/2 cucumber
- 1 serving somen noodles (approx. 100g)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Prepare the fresh sashimi. Using pre-packaged sashimi from the supermarket is very convenient. (Note: You can set aside some sashimi for the kids to enjoy separately, and use the rest for the mulhoe.)
Step 2
Let’s make the super simple mulhoe sauce! In a bowl, combine 1 pack of store-bought naengmyeon broth with 2 Tbsp of cho-gochujang, 0.5 Tbsp of minced garlic, 0.5 Tbsp of red pepper flakes, and 1 Tbsp of sugar. Mix well. (Tip: Adjust the sweetness and spiciness to your preference for an even better taste.)
Step 3
Stir until all the sauce ingredients are well combined, then place it in the refrigerator to chill. Making the sauce ahead of time ensures a wonderfully cold and refreshing dish.
Step 4
Prepare the fresh vegetables for the mulhoe. First, thinly slice 1/2 onion and soak it in cold water for about 10 minutes to remove its pungent flavor. This will maintain its crispiness while adding a clean taste.
Step 5
Thinly slice 1/4 cabbage. The crunchiness of the cabbage adds to the fullness of the mulhoe.
Step 6
Thinly slice 1/2 cucumber, aiming for a similar thickness to the other vegetables. Fresh vegetables will significantly enhance the flavor and texture of your mulhoe.
Step 7
These are the simple vegetables prepared using ingredients readily available at home. Plenty of fresh vegetables make for a healthier and more delicious mulhoe.
Step 8
Now it’s time to cook the somen noodles. Boil about 100g of somen noodles (for one serving) in plenty of boiling water. Once cooked to al dente, rinse them thoroughly under cold water to remove excess starch, and drain completely. Set aside.
Step 9
Slice the prepared sashimi into bite-sized pieces. Aim for pieces that are not too small, easy to eat in one bite. Fresh sashimi is the star of this dish!
Step 10
Now, let’s artfully arrange all the ingredients in a serving bowl. Use a deep, wide bowl. Start by placing a generous portion of the cooked and rinsed somen noodles at the bottom.
Step 11
Pour the chilled mulhoe sauce you prepared earlier generously over the somen noodles. The cold broth mingling with the noodles sets the stage for a delicious experience.
Step 12
Arrange the thinly sliced vegetables – onion, cabbage, and cucumber – attractively on top. The vibrant colors will make the dish look even more appetizing.
Step 13
Finally, generously top the dish with the freshly sliced sashimi. The abundance of fresh fish makes the mulhoe look incredibly appealing.
Step 14
For an extra kick, add a small dollop of mustard or wasabi, and sprinkle some sesame seeds for added nutty flavor. Your refreshing and clean-tasting raw fish soup is now ready to be enjoyed!
Step 15
Using store-bought naengmyeon broth and cho-gochujang makes this mulhoe incredibly easy to prepare. Adding sashimi and somen noodles made it a hearty and satisfying meal.
Step 16
It wasn’t too spicy or overwhelming, so even the kids enjoyed it without any issues. Although I prepared separate dishes for them, they ended up enjoying this mulhoe even more!
Step 17
The kids loved it so much that the mulhoe was almost gone in an instant! I’ll definitely need to make a larger batch next time. This is a highly recommended summer delicacy!
Step 18
With its sweet, sour, and refreshing taste, it’s perfect for those times when you lose your appetite due to the summer heat. Enjoy this simple yet impressive meal or treat!
