Nutty & Savory Perilla Oil Buckwheat Noodles (Deulgireum Makguksu)
Nutty & Savory Perilla Oil Buckwheat Noodles (Deulgireum Makguksu)
Simple & Delicious Perilla Oil Buckwheat Noodles Recipe
Chewy buckwheat noodles tossed with fragrant perilla oil and a savory soy sauce mixture – a truly delightful combination! This Deulgireum Makguksu is incredibly easy to make with simple ingredients, delivering a rich, nutty flavor that fills your mouth. It’s the perfect simple yet satisfying meal for busy days.
Main Ingredients- Buckwheat noodles (Makguksu) 100g
- Crushed seaweed (Gim) or seaweed flakes, a pinch
- Wild chives (Dallae), a small amount (optional)
Sauce & Toppings- 2 Tbsp Dark soy sauce
- 1/2 Tbsp Sugar
- 2 Tbsp Water
- 2 Tbsp Perilla oil
- 3 Tbsp Toasted sesame seeds
- 2 Tbsp Dark soy sauce
- 1/2 Tbsp Sugar
- 2 Tbsp Water
- 2 Tbsp Perilla oil
- 3 Tbsp Toasted sesame seeds
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, let’s prepare the special soy sauce dressing. In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons of dark soy sauce, 1/2 tablespoon of sugar, and 2 tablespoons of water. Stir well until the sugar is completely dissolved. Set this sauce aside.
Step 2
Now, it’s time to cook the buckwheat noodles.
Step 3
Bring a generous pot of water to a rolling boil. Add the 100g of buckwheat noodles. As the water comes to a boil again, add a cup of cold water. Repeat this process 2-3 times. This technique helps make the noodles wonderfully chewy. Cook for a total of 4-5 minutes.
Step 4
Once the noodles are cooked, rinse them thoroughly under cold running water to remove excess starch. Drain them very well in a colander, ensuring no excess water remains, and then transfer them to a serving bowl. Draining them properly prevents the sauce from pooling at the bottom and ensures the noodles are evenly coated.
Step 5
Drizzle 2 tablespoons of fragrant perilla oil generously over the noodles in the bowl. Then, add 2 tablespoons of the prepared soy sauce dressing. Gently toss the noodles and sauce together until everything is well combined.
Step 6
Prepare the wild chives (dallae), if using. They add a lovely aromatic touch. If you can’t find dallae, you can omit them or substitute with other fragrant herbs. Finely chop the green parts of the dallae into approximately 0.5cm lengths and sprinkle them over the noodles.
Step 7
Next, add a generous amount of crushed seaweed (gim) or seaweed flakes. This adds another layer of umami and texture.
Step 8
For the ultimate nutty flavor, prepare 3 tablespoons of toasted sesame seeds. Lightly crush or crack the sesame seeds before sprinkling them over the dish. This releases their wonderful aroma and enhances the nutty taste.
Step 9
Now, simply toss everything together one last time and enjoy your delicious, nutty, and savory Perilla Oil Buckwheat Noodles! It’s a wonderfully satisfying dish.
