Ganjang Guksu (Korean Soy Garlic Noodles)

Ingredients

• 85 g angel hair pasta or somyeon noodles (Use somyeon noodles or angel hair pasta; cook according to the package, about 3 minutes for the noodles used in the video.)
• 1.5 tbsp soy sauce (Low-sodium preferred.)
• 2 tbsp sesame oil
• 0.5 tbsp white sugar (Alternatively, use 1/4 tsp honey.)
• 0.5 tbsp garlic (Minced or grated.)
• 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds
• 1 tsp gochugaru (Optional.)
• green onions (Chopped, to taste; optional.)
• kimchi (Chopped, to taste.)
• roasted seaweed (gim) (Optional; tear or cut into pieces.)
• egg (Optional; soft-boiled.)

Steps

1. 1

   Bring a pot of water to a boil. Add the somyeon noodles or angel hair pasta and cook for about 3 minutes, or until tender according to the package directions.

2. 2

   While the noodles cook, combine the soy sauce, sesame oil, sugar (or honey), minced or grated garlic, toasted sesame seeds, chopped green onions, and optional gochugaru in a bowl. Mix well, then taste and adjust the seasoning if desired.

3. 3

   Drain the cooked noodles and rinse them thoroughly with cold water to stop the cooking and cool them. Drain well so the sauce does not become diluted.

4. 4

   Add the cooled noodles to the sauce and toss until every strand is evenly coated.

5. 5

   Top with chopped kimchi, roasted seaweed or gim, and an optional soft-boiled egg. Serve immediately.

Notes

The sauce ingredients serve one. The listed noodle amount is an estimate because the post does not specify a noodle quantity. For a five-minute preparation, use a previously prepared soft-boiled egg or cook it while the noodles boil.

Nutrition per serving

• main
• noodles
• Korean
• quick meal
• 5-minute meal
• vegetarian optional
• no-cook sauce
• budget-friendly