Spicy and Sweet Radish Salad Bibim Guksu
Spicy and Sweet Radish Salad Bibim Guksu
Easy Recipe for Radish Salad Bibim Guksu
Are you losing your appetite due to the sudden heat? Revive your taste buds with this delicious Radish Salad Bibim Guksu, a dish that perfectly balances spicy and sweet flavors with the refreshing crunch of marinated radish. It’s a simple yet special dish that’s perfect for a quick meal. Let’s make it together!
Main Ingredients- Somyeon noodles: 1.2 servings (approx. 180g)
- Well-marinated radish salad: 3 large spoonfuls
- Aged kimchi: 1 leaf (approx. 50g)
- Sesame oil: 1 tablespoon
- Seaweed flakes: a pinch
- Perilla leaves: 1/2 leaf
- Sesame seeds: a pinch
Sauce- Gochujang (Korean chili paste): 0.5 tablespoon (approx. 7.5g)
- Gochugaru (Korean chili flakes): 0.5 tablespoon (approx. 5g)
- Vinegar: 2 tablespoons (approx. 30ml)
- Sugar: 1 tablespoon (approx. 15g)
- Soy sauce: 0.8 tablespoon (approx. 12ml)
- Gochujang (Korean chili paste): 0.5 tablespoon (approx. 7.5g)
- Gochugaru (Korean chili flakes): 0.5 tablespoon (approx. 5g)
- Vinegar: 2 tablespoons (approx. 30ml)
- Sugar: 1 tablespoon (approx. 15g)
- Soy sauce: 0.8 tablespoon (approx. 12ml)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, bring a generous pot of water to a boil and cook the somyeon noodles for about 3-4 minutes. Noodles cook quickly, so set a timer and the most accurate way to check if they’re done is to taste one strand. Be careful not to overcook them, or they’ll become mushy.
Step 2
Once the noodles are cooked, rinse them thoroughly under cold running water, rubbing gently to remove excess starch. This makes the noodles extra chewy and firm. Drain them well in a colander and set aside.
Step 3
Gently squeeze out any excess juice from the aged kimchi and then finely chop it. You can mince it very finely or cut it into thin, long strips, depending on your preference for texture.
Step 4
Add the refreshing radish salad on top of the chopped kimchi. The slight tanginess of the radish will enhance the overall flavor of the bibim guksu.
Step 5
Now it’s time to make the delicious sauce. Add all the sauce ingredients – gochujang, gochugaru, vinegar, sugar, and soy sauce – over the chopped kimchi and radish salad.
Step 6
Using a spatula or spoon, mix all the ingredients together thoroughly until well combined. Once everything is evenly mixed, cover and refrigerate for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Step 7
While the sauce is chilling, wash the perilla leaves, pat them dry, and thinly julienne them. The aromatic scent of the perilla leaves will add another layer of flavor to the dish.
Step 8
Arrange the drained somyeon noodles attractively in a serving bowl or a mixing bowl. Presenting the noodles nicely makes the final dish look even more appealing.
Step 9
Generously spoon the chilled radish salad mixture over the noodles. You can adjust the amount of sauce to your liking.
Step 10
Finally, top with the thinly sliced perilla leaves, sprinkle with savory seaweed flakes, and a pinch of sesame seeds to complete the dish. These additions contribute both color and texture.
Step 11
Finish by drizzling sesame oil around the edge of the bowl for a final touch of aroma. Your Spicy and Sweet Radish Salad Bibim Guksu is ready to be enjoyed!
