200gSomen noodles, ramen noodles, soba noodles, acorn noodles, or any kind of thin noodles (200g = 1 large serving or 2 small servings)
Spicy Bibim Sauce
3tablespoonsgochujang(Korean red pepper paste)
2tablespoonsrice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
1 - 1 ½tablespoonssugar, to taste
1tablespoonssoy sauce
1 ½tablespoonsroasted sesame oil
1 ½tablespoonsroasted sesame seeds, crushed
¼teaspoonfine ground gochugaru(Korean red pepper powder) (optional)
Non-Spicy Bibim Sauce
3tablespoonssoy sauce
2tablespoonsroasted sesame oil
1tablespoonssugar
2tablespoonsroasted sesame seeds, crushed
1/8teaspoonblack pepper
Optional Toppings
Lettuce, thinly shredded
Perilla leaves, thinly shredded
Cucumbers, julienned
Roasted sesame seeds, crushed
Nori strips
Instructions
For the spicy bibim sauce
Mix gochujang, vinegar, sugar, soy sauce, sesame oil, and sesame seeds. Stir until everything is well combined and the sugar is dissolved.
For the non-spicy bibim sauce
Mix soy sauce, sesame oil, sugar, sesame seeds, and black pepper. Stir until everything is well combined and the sugar is dissolved.
For the noodles
Cook noodles following the package instructions.
Once the noodles are cooked, strain them, and rinse thoroughly under cold water while rubbing them to remove the excess starch. Completely drain the water from the noodles.
For assembly
Put the cooked noodles in a bowl and top with toppings of choice. Pour over the desired amount of spicy or non-spicy bibim sauce, mix well, and enjoy!