Deulkkaekalguksu || Noodle Soup with Perilla Seeds, 紫苏籽刀切面, 紫蘇籽刀切面, エゴマカルグクス, 들깨칼국수 Leave a comment

Deulkkaekalguksu is a popular Korean noodle soup known for its rich, creamy broth made from sesame seeds. It’s a comforting and flavorful dish that’s perfect for a cold day.

Ingredients:

For the Broth:

• Sesame seeds
• Water
• Soy sauce
• Salt
• Garlic, minced
• Red pepper flakes (optional)

For the Noodles:

• Kalguksu noodles (Korean knife-cut noodles)

For the Toppings:

• Zucchini, sliced
• Mushrooms, sliced
• Green onions, chopped

Instructions:

1. Make the Sesame Seed Broth:
   • Toast sesame seeds in a dry skillet until fragrant.
   • Grind the toasted sesame seeds into a fine powder.
   • Boil water in a pot and add the sesame seed powder, soy sauce, salt, garlic, and red pepper flakes.
   • Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer.
2. Cook the Noodles:
   • Cook the kalguksu noodles in boiling water until tender. Drain.
3. Assemble the Soup:
   • Add the cooked noodles to the sesame seed broth.
   • Add the zucchini and mushrooms to the soup and cook until tender.
   • Garnish with chopped green onions.

Tips:

• For a richer flavor, you can add a spoonful of doenjang (fermented soybean paste) to the broth.
• Adjust the spice level by adding more or less red pepper flakes.
• You can also add other vegetables like spinach or carrots to the soup.