Bibim Guksu

Bibim Guksu is a vibrant and refreshing Korean cold noodle dish that combines chewy wheat noodles with a medley of vegetables and a spicy, tangy sauce. Perfect for hot days, this vegetarian version offers a delightful balance of flavors and textures.

Ingredients

• Wheat noodles - 200 grams
• Cucumber - 1 medium, julienned
• Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, thinly sliced
• Green onion - 2 stalks, chopped
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon, toasted
• Gojujang (Korean red pepper paste) - 2 tablespoons
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
• Sugar - 1 teaspoon
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Water - for boiling noodles

Steps

1. Bring a pot of water to a boil and cook the wheat noodles according to package instructions, usually about 6-8 minutes.
2. Once cooked, drain the noodles and rinse them under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set them aside to cool.
3. In a small bowl, mix together gochujang, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, sugar, and minced garlic to create the sauce.
4. In a large bowl, combine the cooled noodles with the julienned cucumber, carrot, sliced red bell pepper, and chopped green onion.
5. Pour the sauce over the noodle and vegetable mixture, tossing everything together until well coated.
6. Serve the Bibim Guksu in two bowls, garnishing with toasted sesame seeds.

Nutrition

• Calories: 400
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 70 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables.
• Contains fiber which aids in digestion.

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