Step 1

First, prepare the anchovy broth, which is the key to these refreshing noodles, and chill it thoroughly in the refrigerator. (Refer to Step 5 for broth preparation). Meanwhile, whisk one egg and cook it into a thin, flat omelet. Once cooked, slice it into thin julienne strips. These egg strips will serve as a beautiful garnish for your noodles.

Step 2

Wash the chives thoroughly, pat them dry, and finely chop them. Thinly julienne the zucchini or round squash. These vegetables will add a delightful crunch and freshness to your noodle dish.

Step 3

Bring a pot of water to a boil and add the somen noodles. Once the noodles come to a rolling boil, add the prepared chives and julienned squash to the same pot. Cooking the vegetables with the noodles allows them to soften slightly and meld with the noodles for an even more delicious result.

Step 4

When the noodles and vegetables come to a boil again, turn off the heat. Immediately drain the noodles and vegetables and rinse them under cold running water 2-3 times. This step helps to firm up the noodles, removing excess starch for a cleaner taste. Drain them well in a colander.

Step 5

Arrange the cooked, firm noodles in a serving bowl. Pour a generous amount of the chilled anchovy broth over the noodles. The colder the broth, the more refreshing your noodle experience will be.

**[Pro Tip for Delicious Noodle Broth]**
In a pot, combine water with dried anchovies and the seeded Cheongyang pepper. Simmer for about 15 minutes. Adding the Cheongyang pepper helps to eliminate any fishy odor from the anchovies. Strain the broth, let it cool, and season with soup soy sauce (Guk-ganjang) to a mild taste. Avoid making it too salty for the best refreshing flavor.

Step 6

Place the julienned egg omelet as a garnish on top of the noodles and broth in the bowl. Then, add your desired amount of the seasoned sauce. Adjust the quantity to your preference.

**[Golden Ratio! Noodle Sauce Recipe]**
In a small bowl, combine soup soy sauce (Guk-ganjang) and regular soy sauce (Jin-ganjang) in a 1:1 ratio. Add gochugaru, minced green onion, and minced Cheongyang pepper (if you like it spicy). Mix well. This blend creates a deep and slightly spicy flavor.

Step 7

And there you have it – a bowl of refreshing noodles, complete with crunchy vegetables, firm noodles, and a flavorful sauce! Doesn’t it look appetizing?

Step 8

Finally, sprinkle some toasted sesame seeds on top for an extra nutty aroma. Slurp up those noodles and enjoy this wonderfully refreshing dish! Beat the summer heat with this delicious cold noodle soup. Thank you for visiting ‘DooriMoon’ today!