Bibim guksu

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Bibim guksu
A bowl of Korean spicy cold noodles
A bowl of Korean spicy cold noodles
Korean name
Hangul 비빔국수/ 국수비빔/ 골동면
Hanja none/ none/ 骨董麵
Revised Romanization bibim guksu/ guksu bibim / goldong myeon
McCune-Reischauer pipim kuksu/ kuksu pipim / koltong myŏn

Bibim guksu, a cold dish made with very thin wheat flour noodles called somyeon with added flavorings, is one of the most popular traditional noodle dishes in Korean cuisine. It is also called guksu bibim or goldong myeon, all of which literally mean "stirred noodles" or "mixed noodles."[1] The dish is especially popular during summer.

There are many kinds of cold noodle dishes in Korea, including one made with cold beef broth; however, spicy cold noodles have historically been appreciated by spice-loving people in Korea and recognized internationally. What makes this dish so distinct from other cold noodle dishes from different cultures is the strong spicy flavor produced from the combination of red pepper powder, gochujang, and minced garlic, along with a sweet-sour flavor created by vinegar and sugar. Most spicy cold noodles are prepared with a slight touch of sesame oil to enhance the richness of its flavor.

Condiments placed on top and around the spicy noodles typically include hard-boiled eggs, pickled daikon, dried gim strips, sliced cucumbers, and sometimes sliced Asian pear or tomato.

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  1. ^ Bibim guksu (비빔국수) (Korean). Empas/EncyKorea. Retrieved on 2008-03-15.

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