Bibim Naengmyeon (Korean Spicy Cold Noodles): A Refreshing and Spicy Delight

Bibim Naengmyeon is a popular Korean dish consisting of chewy cold noodles mixed with a spicy, tangy sauce and topped with fresh vegetables and a hard-boiled egg. This dish is perfect for hot summer days when you crave something refreshing yet flavorful. Here’s how you can make Bibim Naengmyeon at home using products from your webshop, with this bundle.

Ingredients:

• 1 package of Naengmyeon noodles
• 1/2 cucumber, julienned
• 1/2 Korean pear or regular pear, julienned
• 1 hard-boiled egg, halved
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
• 2 green onions, chopped

Sauce:

• 2 tablespoons Gochujang (Korean chili paste)
• 1 tablespoon Gochugaru (Korean red pepper flakes)
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon ginger, grated

Instructions:

1. Cook the Noodles:

   • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the Naengmyeon noodles and cook according to the package instructions, usually about 3-5 minutes.
   • Drain the noodles and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Drain again and set aside.

2. Prepare the Sauce:

   • In a bowl, combine the Gochujang, Gochugaru, soy sauce, sugar, rice vinegar, sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Mix well until all the ingredients are fully integrated.

3. Mix the Noodles with the Sauce:

   • Place the cold noodles in a large mixing bowl. Add the prepared sauce and mix thoroughly until the noodles are evenly coated with the spicy sauce.

4. Assemble the Dish:

   • Divide the sauced noodles into serving bowls. Top each bowl with julienned cucumber, pear, chopped green onions, and halved hard-boiled egg.
   • Sprinkle with sesame seeds for garnish.

5. Serve:

   • Serve the Bibim Naengmyeon immediately, while the noodles are still cold and refreshing. Enjoy this spicy, tangy, and delicious Korean dish!

Tips for Perfect Bibim Naengmyeon:

• Adjust the spice level by varying the amount of Gochujang and Gochugaru according to your taste.
• For an extra refreshing kick, you can add a few ice cubes to the noodles before serving.
• Pair with pickled radish or kimchi for a complete and balanced meal.

Or you can use one of these pre-made packaged:

• Wang Cold Buckwheat Noodles With Chilled Broth (Hamheung Bibim Naengmyeon)
• Wang Cold Buckwheat Noodles With Chilled Broth (Pyeongyang Mul Naengmyeon)
• Wang Cold Buckwheat Noodles With Chilled Broth (Pyeongyang Mul Naengmyeon)