Korean-style Chilled Noodles

Korean-style Chilled Noodles, known as Naengmyeon, offer a refreshing blend of chewy buckwheat noodles topped with vibrant vegetables and a tangy dressing. This vegetarian version captures the essence of traditional flavors with a burst of color and crunch.

Ingredients

• Buckwheat noodles - 150 grams
• Cucumber - 1 medium, julienned
• Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
• Radish - 100 grams, julienned
• Sesame oil - 2 tablespoons
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Sugar - 1 teaspoon
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon, toasted
• Green onions - 2, chopped
• Ice cubes - as needed for serving
• Water - 1 liter (for boiling noodles)

Steps

1. Bring 1 liter of water to a boil in a pot.
2. Add the buckwheat noodles to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions, usually about 6-8 minutes.
3. Once cooked, drain the noodles and rinse them under cold water to cool them down, then drain again thoroughly.
4. In a large bowl, mix together sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sugar, and minced garlic to create the dressing.
5. Add the cooled noodles to the dressing and toss to coat evenly.
6. In individual serving bowls, place a handful of the dressed noodles.
7. Top each bowl with julienned cucumber, carrot, and radish.
8. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and chopped green onions.
9. Add a few ice cubes to each bowl before serving for an extra chill.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 14 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in fiber from vegetables, promoting digestive health.
• Contains antioxidants from fresh vegetables that support overall wellness.

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