Dombe Makguksu || Buckwheat Noodles with Sliced Pork Served on a Cutting Board, 돔베막국수 Leave a comment

Dombe (돔베): As we discussed with 돔베고기, “dombe” is the Jeju dialect word for a cutting board. It signifies that the meat component of the dish is served sliced on a wooden board.

Makguksu (막국수): This is a popular Korean cold buckwheat noodle dish. The noodles are typically made from buckwheat flour and have a slightly nutty flavor and a somewhat coarse texture. It’s usually served in a chilled, tangy, and slightly spicy broth, mixed with vegetables and sometimes a protein.

Therefore, Dombe Makguksu (돔베막국수) is a dish where cold buckwheat noodles (makguksu) are served alongside slices of boiled pork (similar to Dombe Gogi), all presented on a cutting board.

A more descriptive English translation could be:

Buckwheat Noodles with Sliced Jeju-Style Boiled Pork Served on a Wooden Board

Key Components of Dombe Makguksu:

• Makguksu Noodles (막국수 면): Cold buckwheat noodles with their characteristic texture and flavor.
• Sliced Boiled Pork (돔베고기 슬라이스): Tender slices of pork that have been boiled, often prepared in the Jeju style with aromatics.
• Chilled Broth (차가운 육수): A refreshing broth that is typically tangy, slightly sweet, and often has a hint of spice from gochugaru (Korean chili powder) or mustard.
• Vegetables (채소): Common additions include shredded kimchi, thinly sliced cucumbers, pickled radish, and sometimes other seasonal vegetables.
• Garnish (고명): Often topped with sesame seeds, shredded seaweed (gim), and sometimes a boiled egg.
• Condiments (양념): Diners might be provided with extra vinegar, sugar, or mustard to adjust the flavor of the broth to their liking.

How it’s Enjoyed:

Dombe Makguksu offers a delightful contrast between the cool, refreshing noodles and the savory, tender pork. You typically mix the noodles and vegetables into the chilled broth and then enjoy bites of the pork in between or alongside the noodles. The combination of textures and temperatures makes it a particularly enjoyable dish, especially during warmer weather.

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