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korean noodle soup - kalguksu

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Recipe by
Vickie Parks
@Northwestgal
Renton, WA

This is a flavorful noodle soup from Korea made with noodles, vegetables, spices for added flavor, and a clear broth made with anchovies, kelp and fish (or fish sauce) that give this dish its signature flavor. Some families make fresh noodles using a wheat flour and egg dough that's cut into long strips with a sharp knife. But pre-packaged kalguksu noodles can be found in the larger, well-stocked Asian markets. If you use dried noodles (instead of fresh), cook the dry noodles until about half way done before adding vegetables, as dry noodles need 2-3 more minutes of cooking time to soften.

yield 4 serving(s)
prep time 20 Min
cook time 10 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For korean noodle soup - kalguksu

  • 8 cups
    korean ultimate broth (or you can use chicken broth)
  • 1 md
    zucchini
  • 1 md
    carrot
  • 1/2 cup md
    onion
  • 2
    green onions
  • 2 clove
    garlic
  • 1
    red chili pepper
  • 20 oz
    fresh kalguksu korean noodles (or 4 servings dry udon noodles)
  • 2 Tbsp
    low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1/2 to 1 tsp
    black pepper
  • 1 Tbsp
    sesame seeds
  • 4 Tbsp
    gim (korean roasted and seasoned seaweed) - for optional garnish

How To Make korean noodle soup - kalguksu

  • 1
    Bring broth to boil in a large stockpot. It will take several minutes, so meanwhile it's a good time to prep the vegetables.
  • 2
    Julienne the zucchini and carrot into thin strips about 2 inches in length. Chop the onion, green onion and red chili. Finely chop (or mince) the garlic.
  • 3
    The broth should be boiling now, or close to a boil. Stir the zucchini, carrot and onion into the broth. Bring broth back to a boil.
  • 4
    Once the broth returns to a boil, add the fresh noodles, stirring constantly to keep the noodles from sticking together. Cook 3 to 5 minutes (or to the timeframe specified on package directions).
  • 5
    When the noodles are tender, add the soy sauce, garlic, green onion and red chili. Season with black pepper.
  • 6
    Ladle hot soup into 4 individual bowls, sprinkle sesame seeds on top, and garnish with a bit of Korean seaweed (if using), and serve immediately.
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