Refreshing and Healthy Summer Delicacy: Agar-Agar Noodle Soup
Refreshing and Healthy Summer Delicacy: Agar-Agar Noodle Soup
Homemade Chewy Agar-Agar Noodle Soup Recipe
Experience the delightful combination of bouncy agar-agar noodles and chilled buckwheat noodle soup! This recipe introduces you to a refreshing Agar-Agar Noodle Soup that will blow away the summer heat. It’s incredibly easy to make using store-bought buckwheat noodle soup base. Made with agar-agar noodles, it’s lower in carbohydrates and rich in dietary fiber, making it a healthy choice. This summer, beat the heat with this delicious and invigorating Agar-Agar Noodle Soup!
Main Ingredients- 1 packet (4g) Agar-Agar powder for jelly
- 1 packet store-bought Buckwheat Noodle Soup base
- 50g Kimchi (fermented cabbage)
- 1/4 Cucumber
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, gather all the ingredients needed for the dish. Prepare 1 packet (4g) of agar-agar powder for making the jelly, 1 packet of store-bought buckwheat noodle soup base, 50g of well-fermented kimchi, 1/4 cucumber, and for the seasoning and garnish: 1/2 Tbsp sugar, 1 Tbsp sesame oil, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1 Tbsp toasted sesame seeds.
Step 2
Wash the cucumber thoroughly, remove the seeds, and julienne it thinly. These julienned cucumbers will add a crisp texture to your noodle soup.
Step 3
Similarly, remove the excess pulp from the kimchi and julienne it thinly. In a bowl, combine the julienned kimchi with 1/2 Tbsp sugar, 1 Tbsp sesame oil, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1 Tbsp toasted sesame seeds. Gently mix and knead to allow the seasonings to be well absorbed. This seasoned kimchi will add a sweet and tangy flavor.
Step 4
Now, it’s time to make the agar-agar jelly. In a pot, pour 500ml of clean cold water and add 1 packet (4g) of agar-agar powder. Whisk well with a balloon whisk to dissolve any lumps. Place over medium heat and bring to a boil, stirring continuously to prevent sticking. Once it starts boiling, continue to cook for another 1-2 minutes until the agar-agar is completely dissolved and the liquid is clear. Then, turn off the heat. Skim off any foam that forms during cooking for a cleaner jelly.
Step 5
Pour the prepared agar-agar liquid into a shallow dish or mold and let it cool completely at room temperature. Then, refrigerate for at least 2-3 hours, or until firmly set. Once the agar-agar jelly is set, slice it thinly into noodles using a knife or a specialized agar-agar cutter or mandoline. The thinner the noodles, the softer they will be to enjoy like traditional noodles.
Step 6
Pour the chilled store-bought buckwheat noodle soup base into a wide serving bowl. Gently place the thinly sliced agar-agar noodles into the soup. Arrange them so they naturally separate like noodles.
Step 7
Finally, artfully arrange the seasoned kimchi and julienned cucumber on top of the agar-agar noodles. Sprinkle generously with toasted sesame seeds for an aromatic finish. Your refreshing and delicious Agar-Agar Noodle Soup is ready! On hot summer days, enjoy a healthy and cool summer with this vibrant noodle soup.
