Guksu

Guksu is a refreshing and light Korean noodle dish made with spiralized vegetables and a savory broth, perfect for a Paleo diet. This unique take on traditional Guksu offers a satisfying meal that is both nutritious and delicious.

Guksu
30 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Korean
350 kcal

Ingredients

  • Zucchini - 2 medium
  • Carrot - 1 medium
  • Cucumber - 1 medium
  • Chicken breast - 200 grams
  • Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
  • Ginger - 1 teaspoon, minced
  • Chicken broth - 500 ml
  • Coconut aminos - 2 tablespoons
  • Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
  • Green onions - 2, chopped
  • Salt - to taste
  • Black pepper - to taste
  • Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon, for garnish

Steps

  1. Spiralize the zucchini, carrot, and cucumber using a spiralizer or julienne peeler to create noodle-like shapes.
  2. In a pot, heat sesame oil over medium heat and add minced garlic and ginger, sautéing until fragrant (about 1 minute).
  3. Add the chicken breast to the pot and cook for 5-7 minutes on each side until fully cooked. Remove the chicken and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.
  4. Pour the chicken broth into the pot and bring to a simmer. Add coconut aminos, salt, and pepper to taste.
  5. Once the broth is simmering, add the spiralized vegetables to the pot and cook for 3-5 minutes until they are tender but still slightly crunchy.
  6. Divide the noodle mixture into two bowls, top with sliced chicken, and garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 350
  • Protein: 35 g
  • Carbs: 20 g
  • Fiber: 5 g
  • Sugar: 6 g
  • Sodium: 800 mg
  • Cholesterol: 70 mg
  • Total Fat: 12 g
  • Saturated Fat: 1 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
  • Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

  • Low in carbs, making it suitable for Paleo and low-carb diets.
  • Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables.

Tags

KoreanPaleoPasta Dish