Super Easy Cold Noodles (Naengmyeon)

by foodandspot

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  1. foodandspot

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    **Ingredients:**

    # For the Broth

    * 1 liter water
    * 2.5 tablespoons Korean dashi powder (or beef stock as substitute)
    * 4 tablespoons vinegar (white or apple vinegar)
    * 4 tablespoons sugar

    # For the Noodles

    * 1 serving of Korean cold noodles (naengmyeon), soba, somen, or thin spaghetti

    # Toppings

    * 1 boiled egg, halved
    * 1 cucumber, cut into thin matchsticks
    * Ice cubes (optional, but recommended)

    **How to make:**

    1. **Make the broth** – In a pot, combine 1L water, 2.5 tbsp dashi powder, 4 tbsp sugar, and 4 tbsp vinegar. Bring to a boil, then chill in the freezer or fridge.
    2. **Cook the noodles** – Boil cold noodles (e.g. naengmyeon, soba, or somen) based on the package directions. Rinse under ice-cold water and swish to remove starch.
    3. **Prep toppings** – Boil 1 egg (9–10 min), cool and halve. Julienne cucumber. Optional: add radish, Asian pear, or pickles.
    4. **Assemble** – In a bowl, add noodles, pour in chilled broth, add a few ice cubes, then top with cucumber and egg. Finish with vinegar and mustard to taste.

  2. Wide_Examination142

    Thank you! I’ve wanted to make this for a while so this is perfect!

  3. Anonymity177

    Man I could sure use a bowl of that right now. It’s hot AF where I live. 

  4. AbsurdistWordist

    This is one of my favorite summer dishes. I just had that for lunch today. I didn’t know it was so simple to prepare. Going to try it this summer.

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