Bibim Guksu (Korean Spicy Cold Noodles)
Make refreshing Bibim Guksu, a Korean spicy cold noodle dish made with thin wheat noodles, gochujang sauce, and fresh vegetables. Perfect for summer — light, tangy, and full of flavor!
🥢 Ingredients:
- 200g somyeon (thin wheat noodles) or soba noodles
- 1 small cucumber, julienned
- 1 small carrot, julienned
- ½ cup kimchi, chopped
- 1 boiled egg, halved
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- 1 green onion, finely chopped
For the Spicy Sauce:
- 2 tbsp gochujang (Korean red chili paste)
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp minced garlic
- 1 tsp gochugaru (Korean chili flakes) (optional, for extra spice)
👩🍳 Instructions:
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Cook the noodles:
Boil noodles according to package instructions (about 3–4 minutes). Rinse under cold water to stop cooking and remove starch. Drain well. -
Prepare the sauce:
In a bowl, whisk together gochujang, soy sauce, vinegar, sugar, sesame oil, garlic, and chili flakes until smooth. -
Mix the noodles:
In a large bowl, combine the cold noodles, chopped kimchi, cucumber, and carrot. Pour the sauce over and mix thoroughly. -
Garnish and serve:
Top with half a boiled egg, sesame seeds, and chopped green onions. Serve immediately for a refreshing cold meal.
🍽️ Serving Suggestions:
- Serve Bibim Guksu as a main dish on hot days, or as a side dish with Korean BBQ.
- Pair with grilled Samgyeopsal, Galbi, or Spicy Korean Chicken Wings.
- Add some cold sliced pear or apple for a sweet, refreshing twist.
🧊 Storage Tips:
- Store leftover noodles and sauce separately in airtight containers.
- Keep refrigerated for up to 2 days.
- Mix just before serving to maintain freshness and texture.
❓ FAQs About Bibim Guksu
Q1. What does Bibim Guksu mean?
“Bibim” means “mixed,” and “Guksu” means “noodles.” It’s literally “mixed noodles,” served cold with spicy sauce.
Q2. Can I make it vegetarian or vegan?
Yes! Just skip the boiled egg and ensure the gochujang you use is vegan-friendly.
Q3. What noodles can I use if I don’t have somyeon?
You can use soba, angel hair pasta, or rice vermicelli as alternatives.
Q4. Can I make the sauce ahead of time?
Absolutely. Store it in the fridge for up to 1 week in a sealed jar.
Q5. Is Bibim Guksu spicy?
It’s mildly to moderately spicy — you can adjust heat by reducing or adding gochujang and gochugaru.
🍜 Similar Recipes to Bibim Guksu :
- Japchae (Korean Glass Noodles Stir-Fry)
- Naengmyeon (Korean Cold Buckwheat Noodles)
- Kimchi Fried Rice
- Bibimbap (Korean Mixed Rice Bowl)
- Spicy Korean Chicken Wings

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