The Ultimate Bibim Naengmyeon Sauce
Make Delicious Bibim Naengmyeon at Home with this All-Purpose Sauce!
With this versatile sauce, you can easily make delicious noodles, jjolmyeon, and even naengmyeon! We’ve tested several methods and found this ratio to be the easiest and most flavorful. Feel free to adjust the sweetness and saltiness with sugar, salt, and soy sauce to suit your personal taste. ^^
All-Purpose Sauce Ingredients
- 1 Tbsp Gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1 Tbsp Soy Sauce
- 1 Tbsp Gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
- 1 Tbsp Sugar
- 1 Tbsp Vinegar
- 1 Tbsp Cider (or Sprite/7-Up)
- 0.5 Tbsp Maesil Extract (Plum Extract)
Bibim Naengmyeon Ingredients (for 2 servings)
- 2 servings of Naengmyeon noodles
- 3 Tbsp All-Purpose Bibim Sauce
- Pickled radish wraps (Ssammu, store-bought)
- 1/4 Cucumber
- 1 Hard-boiled egg
- Sesame oil, to taste
- Toasted sesame seeds, to taste
- Vinegar, to taste (optional)
- 2 servings of Naengmyeon noodles
- 3 Tbsp All-Purpose Bibim Sauce
- Pickled radish wraps (Ssammu, store-bought)
- 1/4 Cucumber
- 1 Hard-boiled egg
- Sesame oil, to taste
- Toasted sesame seeds, to taste
- Vinegar, to taste (optional)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, let’s make the all-purpose sauce that will define your bibim naengmyeon! The key ratio is: 2 parts Gochujang, 1 part Soy Sauce, 1 part Gochugaru, 1 part Sugar, 1 part Vinegar, 1 part Cider, and 0.5 part Maesil Extract. (Example: 2 Tbsp Gochujang, 1 Tbsp Soy Sauce, 1 Tbsp Gochugaru, 1 Tbsp Sugar, 1 Tbsp Vinegar, 1 Tbsp Cider, 0.5 Tbsp Maesil Extract). You can also add a little minced garlic and sesame seeds to enhance the flavor. Mixing these ingredients in a small bowl or even a paper cup following this ratio makes it easy to measure and ensures a consistently delicious result every time! Based on this foundation, you can adjust the sweetness and saltiness with a little extra salt or soy sauce to perfectly suit your palate.
Step 2
Now, let’s cook the star of bibim naengmyeon: the noodles! Bring a pot of water to a boil and cook the naengmyeon noodles according to the package instructions. After cooking, rinse the noodles thoroughly under cold running water to remove excess starch. This step is crucial for achieving that perfectly chewy texture. For an even more delightfully bouncy and refreshing noodle texture, add a few ice cubes to the cold water while rinsing. It’s a simple tip that truly elevates the noodle experience!
Step 3
While the noodles are cooking, prepare your toppings. Wash the cucumber and slice it into thin matchsticks. The combination of the spicy-sweet sauce and the tangy pickled radish wraps is simply divine! Using store-bought pickled radish wraps (ssammu) is a convenient way to add a delicious zing without any extra preparation. Slice your hard-boiled egg in half to have it ready.
Step 4
Arrange the cooked and rinsed noodles in a bowl. Top generously with the julienned cucumber and pickled radish wraps. Then, add about 3 to 4 tablespoons of the prepared all-purpose bibim sauce. Drizzle with a little sesame oil for nutty aroma. If you prefer a tangier kick, add a touch more vinegar. A pro tip for an even richer flavor: add a small splash of store-bought naengmyeon broth. This helps the sauce meld beautifully with the noodles, creating a deeper, more refreshing taste. This recipe has been a huge hit in our household, with everyone giving it two thumbs up! It’s incredibly versatile and works wonderfully not just for naengmyeon, but also for jjolmyeon and bibim guksu. Give it a try!
