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Janchi Guksu (Korea)

An authentic recipe for traditional Korean Janchi Guksu, highlighting the delicate balance of thin somyeon noodles and a rich, clean anchovy broth.

Level Easy Prep 15 min Cook 20 min Servings 2 Score 4.9/10

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35 min

Makes 2 servings

Prep 15m

Cook 20m

Level Easy

About this recipe

An authentic recipe for traditional Korean Janchi Guksu, highlighting the delicate balance of thin somyeon noodles and a rich, clean anchovy broth.

Traditional Korean banquet noodles served in a savory clear anchovy broth with colorful vegetable garnishes.

Instructions

In a pot, combine water, dried anchovies, and dried kelp. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 15 minutes. Remove kelp after 10 minutes.
Strain the broth, add soy sauce and salt, and keep warm.
Lightly sauté the julienned zucchini and carrots separately in a pan with a pinch of salt until tender.
Make a thin egg omelet, let it cool slightly, and slice it into thin strips.
Mix the sauce ingredients (soy sauce, minced garlic, chopped scallion, sesame oil, and sesame seeds) in a small bowl.
Cook the somyeon noodles in boiling water according to package instructions (about 3-4 minutes), then rinse thoroughly under cold running water and drain.
4 min
Place the noodles in serving bowls, pour hot broth over them, and arrange the prepared zucchini, carrots, and egg strips on top. Serve with the soy seasoning sauce.

Nutrition

Calories 340

Protein 12g

Carbs 62g

Fat 5g

Fiber 3g

Sugar 3g

Sodium 820mg

Serving Size 1 bowl

Cooking Timeline

Prep 15 min

Cook 20 min

Total 35 min

Recipe Scorecard

Overall 9.3 /10

Expert 4.9 95% conf.

Taste 9.6
Presentation 9.4
Nutrition 8.5
Value 9.5
Instructions 9.2
Ingredients 9.2
Time Accuracy 9.0
Difficulty 8.5
Would Make Again 9.5

Expert Review

Reviewed by FindEdition Kitchen

Verdict

A comforting, light, and deeply soothing Korean noodle soup with clean flavors and elegant presentation.

Pros

Light and comforting
Clean savory broth
Great for any mealtime

Cons

Broth requires precise simmering time

Overview

Traditional Korean banquet noodles served in a savory clear anchovy broth with colorful vegetable garnishes.

AI Insights

Summary

An authentic recipe for traditional Korean Janchi Guksu, highlighting the delicate balance of thin somyeon noodles and a rich, clean anchovy broth.

Tips

Rinse the cooked noodles vigorously in cold water to remove excess starch and make them chewy
Remove the kelp from the boiling broth after 10 minutes to prevent it from becoming slimy or bitter
Adjust the saltiness using the special soy dipping sauce right at the table

Substitutions

Dried anchovies and kelp → Shiitake mushroom and vegetable broth (for vegetarian version)
Somyeon noodles → Thin wheat vermicelli

Storage

Best consumed immediately. Keep broth and noodles stored separately in the refrigerator for up to 1 day if necessary.

Pairing

Fresh Napa cabbage kimchi
Spicy pickled radish (danmuji)

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FAQ

What does Janchi Guksu mean?

It translates to 'banquet noodles' in Korean, traditionally served at festive occasions like weddings because the long noodles symbolize long life and marriage longevity.

Can I make a vegetarian broth?

Yes, you can substitute the anchovy and kelp broth with a rich shiitake mushroom and kelp vegetable broth.