How to Make Authentic Korean Spicy Chewy Noodles (Jjolmyeon)

Updated at: Thu, 17 Aug 2023 04:43:56 GMT

Step 1

Let’s make seasoning sauce in advance! In a bowl, add 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, 3 tablespoons of vinegar, 2 tablespoons of plum extract, 1 tablespoon of sugar, 1/2 tablespoon of minced garlic, 1 tablespoon of gochugaru (red pepper flakes), 2 tablespoons of honey or corn syrup, 2 tablespoons of gochujang (red pepper paste),1 tablespoon of sesame seeds, and 1 tablespoon of sesame oil. Mix well.

Step 2

Thinly slice some cabbage, cucumber, and carrot.

Step 3

You can leave the frozen jjolmyeon (chewy noodles) at room temperature for about 2 hours before using it, and the noodles that were stuck together will automatically separate.

Step 4

Add about 2 handfuls of soybean sprouts to boiling water. Open the lid and blanch them for about 2 minutes.

Step 5

After 2 minutes, take the soybean sprouts out and rinse them in cold water. And then drain the excess moisture.

Step 6

Put the Jjolmyeon in the boiling water that was used to blanch the soybean sprouts. Stir occasionally over high heat and cook for about 5 minutes.

Step 7

After 5 minutes, rinse the Jjolmyeon several times in cold water to remove excess starch. If you have ice, add it while rinsing. Drain the rinsed Jjolmyeon.

Step 8

Put the jjolmyeon and the blanched soybean sprouts in a bowl. Pour about half of the pre-made seasoning sauce first. Mix well.

Step 9

Place an appropriate amount the noodles in a bowl. Place the sliced vegetables on top. If you have boiled eggs, cut one and place it on top. Add a little more seasoning sauce if it is necessary. The sweet, tangy, and spicy Jjolmyeon is done!

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