Cultural background
Jjolmyeon is a spicy and tangy mixed noodle dish commonly enjoyed at snack bars, especially popular during the hot summer months.
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Ingredients
How it's made
- 1Boil the jjolmyeon in boiling water and rinse in cold water to prepare them chewy.
- 2Thinly slice the cabbage, cucumber, and carrot.
- 3Mix gochujang, vinegar, and sugar to create the sauce.
- 4Add the vegetables and sauce to the boiled jjolmyeon and mix well.
- 5Cut the boiled egg in half and place it on top as a garnish.
Nutrition
* Estimated values per serving.
Allergens
Contains gluten in gochujang and noodles, not suitable for gluten-free diets.
How to order
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Jol-myeon ju-se-yo
Please give me jjolmyeon