North Korean Cold Noodles from Pyongyang

Find out about north Korean cold noodles!

I obtained an intriguing e-mail from among my viewers, Paul, a few days ago. It had to do with his food experience inPyongyang So normally it attracted my interest as I have actually never ever been to North Korea prior to. Have you?

His summary concerning the north Korean cold noodles– Raengmyun (south Korean naengmyun, 냉면) he had was rather detailed and also he additionally kindly affixed some pictures for us to share.

The dining establishment he checked out is called “Okryugwan (옥류관) “, among the spots in North Korea, and also lies near Daedong river.

( Picture from news.naver.com)

North Korean food is normally recognized to have a purer and also more clear preference than South Korean food. If you are made use of to the synthetic preference of a few other food, it could taste rather boring.

Below are some pictures of what Paul had and also his summary concerning them. Many thanks, Paul for sharing your experience with us!

( My note– raengmyun in a brass dish– Brassware is among the Korean standard recipes and also it maintains cold food cold and also cozy food cozy. )

The noodles got here very cold and also consisted of a crunchy appearance. The buckwheat hulls would certainly divide and also used fantastic appearance comparison while eating. The brew was really light, not salted neither “weighty” flavorful yet pure and also tidy.

The mustard and also warm pepper spices are residence made. The mustard loaded an excellent strike, yet simply sufficient so the noodles all-natural taste came with. The red pepper sauce is a champion and also integrated both wonderful and also aromatics, among the most effective in my memory. Lastly vinegar, was simply that, white vinegar more than likely veggie as the scent was rather light.

( My note– I am thinking this is among the side recipes. It appears like Tangpyongchae, 탕평채– mung bean jelly with beef and also egg covering.)

The numerous kimchi selections in Pyongyang tasted to be rather wonderful and also light and also did not have hefty quantities of garlic. I found out that this is a Pyongyang particular with Kimchi. Really a mind-blowing experience!

If you would love to make some Korean cold noodles in your home, attempt these dishes!

Mul Naengmyun (Korean cold noodle soup) and also Bibim Naengmyun (Korean Spicy Cold Noodles)