Spicy Jjol-udon
Spicy Jjol-udon
Warm and Spicy Jjol-udon Made with Jjolmyeon Noodles (feat. Homemade Spicy Paste)
Slurp up a hearty bowl of jjol-udon with its warm, spicy broth, enriched with a flavorful paste! This simple yet satisfying meal will warm you from the inside out. Try making this delicious dish easily at home! 😊
Main Ingredients- Jjolmyeon noodles (chewy wheat noodles) for 2 servings
- 8 anchovies (for broth)
- 2 pieces of dried kelp (for broth)
- 1 sheet of fish cake
- 1/2 hard-boiled egg (for garnish)
- 2 Tbsp soy sauce for soup (for broth seasoning)
- 1 Tbsp minced garlic (for broth)
Spicy Paste Seasoning- 2 Tbsp gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
- 1 Tbsp soy sauce
- 1 Tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1 Tbsp sugar
- 1 Tbsp plum extract (maesilcheong)
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp minced garlic
- A pinch of toasted sesame seeds
- 2 Tbsp gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
- 1 Tbsp soy sauce
- 1 Tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1 Tbsp sugar
- 1 Tbsp plum extract (maesilcheong)
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp minced garlic
- A pinch of toasted sesame seeds
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Prepare the deep and refreshing broth for your jjol-udon. While you can use store-bought broth or natural seasonings, if you’re making your own anchovy broth, boil 1,500ml of water with 8 anchovies and 2 pieces of kelp for about 10 minutes. Remember to remove the kelp once the water starts boiling to prevent any bitterness.
Step 2
Once the anchovy broth is ready, add 2 Tbsp of soy sauce for soup and 1 Tbsp of minced garlic. Adjust the seasoning with salt to your preference, adding it gradually to achieve the perfect taste. This creates a delicious, well-seasoned broth.
Step 3
Cut 1 sheet of fish cake into bite-sized pieces. This will add a lovely texture to your jjol-udon. Aim for pieces that are easy to eat, suitable for both children and adults.
Step 4
Once the broth begins to boil again, add the cut fish cake and simmer briefly. This allows the fish cake to absorb the flavors of the broth. Be careful not to overcook it, as it might become too soft.
Step 5
Now, let’s make the spicy paste that will elevate your jjol-udon. Combine all the spicy paste ingredients in a bowl and mix them well. You can adjust the amount of gochujang and gochugaru to your liking. Allowing the paste to sit for a bit will help the flavors meld together beautifully.
Step 6
It’s time to cook the jjolmyeon noodles! Carefully separate the noodles and add them to boiling water, stirring occasionally to prevent them from sticking. Cook for about 4-5 minutes. Continuous stirring is key to ensure they don’t clump together. After cooking, rinse the noodles thoroughly in cold water several times to remove excess starch, which will give them a delightful chewy texture.
Step 7
Prepare your garnishes. You can finely chop some chili peppers for an extra kick of spice, or cut a hard-boiled egg in half for a visually appealing topping. Feel free to add other vegetables or kimchi if you like!
Step 8
To assemble, place the well-drained jjolmyeon noodles in a serving bowl. Pour the warm broth generously over the noodles. Top with the cooked fish cake, a spoonful of the spicy paste, the halved hard-boiled egg, and any other desired garnishes. Your delicious and satisfying jjol-udon is now complete! Enjoy your meal! 🍜
