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Bibim Kalguksu

A quick and spicy Korean cold noodle dish with a rich red sauce, topped with crisp onions and green onions. Perfect for a fast weeknight dinner.

Total time
15 min
Servings
2
Calories
420
Protein
12g
Bibim Kalguksu
Comfort FoodQuickKoreanVeganVegetarianDairy-FreeNoneChewy

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Cook the 8 oz noodles in boiling water until tender, about 5-7 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking and remove excess starch.

  2. Step 2

    In a large bowl, whisk together the 3 tbsp gochujang, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 1 tbsp sesame oil until smooth.

  3. Step 3

    Add the drained noodles to the sauce and toss well to coat every strand. If the sauce is too thick, add 1-2 tbsp of water to loosen it.

  4. Step 4

    Top with the 2 sliced green onions and serve immediately. For extra crunch, add sliced cucumber or a sprinkle of sesame seeds if you have them.

Tools you’ll need

  • Large pot
  • Colander
  • Large bowl
  • Whisk

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