Korean Perilla Seed Kalguksu
Perilla kalguksu is a Korean noodle soup where ground perilla seeds give the broth a distinctly nutty, creamy quality. Potatoes are simmered first to release starch, naturally thickening the liquid before the noodles go in. Onion and garlic add mild sweetness, and soup soy sauce seasons the bowl without darkening the color. The perilla powder is stirred in near the end of cooking to preserve its fragrance.
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Instructions
- 1
Slice potato and onion thinly; finely chop green onion.
- 2
Boil potato in water for 6 minutes to release starch.
- 3
Add onion, garlic, and soup soy sauce; cook 2 more minutes.
- 4
Add noodles and cook for 4 minutes.
- 5
Stir in perilla powder, simmer on low for 2 minutes, then salt to taste.
- 6
Top with green onion and serve hot.
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