Korean Minari Bulgogi Bibim Udon
Minari bulgogi bibim udon is a Korean mixed noodle dish combining soy-marinated beef bulgogi with fragrant water dropwort over chewy udon noodles. The beef is marinated for ten minutes in soy sauce, garlic, and syrup, then stir-fried quickly with onion over high heat to develop caramelized edges while keeping the interior moist. Udon is blanched for two minutes and rinsed in cold water to restore its springy chew. A gochujang, soy sauce, and sesame oil dressing coats the noodles first, then the bulgogi and minari are folded in gently at the end so the herb's distinctive aroma stays intact rather than wilting away. Sesame seeds scattered on top add a final nutty accent that bridges the savory meat and the fresh, grassy minari.
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Instructions
- 1
Marinate the beef with 1 tbsp soy sauce, garlic, and syrup for 10 minutes.
- 2
Cut minari into 5 cm lengths and slice the onion thinly.
- 3
Stir-fry the marinated beef and onion over high heat until moisture reduces.
- 4
Blanch the udon for 2 minutes, then rinse in cold water for better chew.
- 5
Mix gochujang, 1 tbsp soy sauce, and sesame oil in a bowl for the sauce.
- 6
Toss noodles with sauce first, then add bulgogi and minari and mix gently.
- 7
Top with sesame seeds and serve right away.
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