Description
Bibimmyeon is a refreshing Korean cold noodle dish bursting with bold gochujang flavor, topped with crisp cucumbers, kimchi, and egg. This spicy Korean noodle bowl is perfect for hot days and quick dinners. Learn how to make the best Bibimmyeon with easy ingredients and storage tips!
Ingredients
1 serving Korean wheat noodles (somyeon or bibim-style)
1 ½ tablespoons gochujang (Korean red chili paste)
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
2 teaspoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon sesame oil (plus extra for noodles)
2 teaspoons sugar or honey
1 clove garlic, minced
½ cucumber, julienned
½ carrot, julienned (optional)
½ cup kimchi
1 boiled egg, halved
1 tablespoon scallions, chopped
1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
1. Boil noodles according to package (3–4 minutes), then rinse under cold water to stop cooking. Toss with a little sesame oil to prevent sticking.
2. In a bowl, mix gochujang, rice vinegar, soy sauce, sugar or honey, minced garlic, and sesame oil to create the sauce.
3. Add the cold noodles to a large bowl, pour over the sauce, and toss thoroughly until evenly coated.
4. Prepare toppings: slice cucumber, carrot, and scallions; peel and halve the boiled egg.
5. Assemble the dish by placing the sauced noodles in a bowl and topping with cucumber, carrot, kimchi, egg halves, scallions, and sesame seeds.
6. Serve immediately cold. Mix everything together before eating for the best flavor.
Notes
Rinse the noodles thoroughly in ice-cold water to preserve the ideal chewy texture.
Adjust the spiciness by using more or less gochujang or adding extra honey.
For best results, toss noodles in sauce just before serving to maintain freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: No-cook assembly after boiling
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 8
- Sodium: 850
- Fat: 12
- Saturated Fat: 2
- Unsaturated Fat: 9
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 63
- Fiber: 4
- Protein: 12
- Cholesterol: 93