Chilled Noodles

Chilled noodles, or Naengmyeon, is a refreshing vegetarian Korean dish that combines chewy buckwheat noodles with crisp vegetables and a tangy, savory sauce. Perfect for warm weather, this dish is both satisfying and light, making it an ideal dinner option.

Ingredients

• Buckwheat noodles - 200 grams
• Cucumber - 1 medium, julienned
• Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
• Radish - 100 grams, thinly sliced
• Green onion - 2 stalks, chopped
• Sesame oil - 2 tablespoons
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Vinegar (rice or apple cider) - 1 tablespoon
• Gochugaru (Korean red pepper flakes) - 1 teaspoon
• Sugar - 1 teaspoon
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon, toasted
• Ice cubes - as needed

Steps

1. Cook the buckwheat noodles in boiling water according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 5-7 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool, then set aside.
2. In a bowl, combine soy sauce, vinegar, sesame oil, gochugaru, and sugar. Mix well until sugar is dissolved to create the sauce.
3. In a serving bowl, place a portion of the chilled noodles. Pour the sauce over the noodles.
4. Top the noodles with julienned cucumber, carrot, and sliced radish. Sprinkle with chopped green onions and toasted sesame seeds.
5. Add a few ice cubes on top to keep the dish cool. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

• Calories: 380
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 65 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Buckwheat is rich in antioxidants and may help improve heart health.
• The dish is low in calories and high in fiber, promoting digestive health.

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