Ganjang Bibim Guksu (Soy Sauce Bibim Guksu). Delicious cold chewy thin noodles in a salty, sweet, tangy sauce with a hint of sesame. Accompanied with a soft-boiled egg and fresh crunchy cucumber. A very simple and tasty dish that is quick to make. Fantastic for lunch or dinner. Very popular in Korea and refreshing to eat in the summertime.
Of the many noodle dishes in Korean cuisine, this soy bibim guksu is by far my favourite. It’s flavourful, full of different textures and easy to make at home. The beauty of this soy sauce bibim guksu are the noodles. They are special Korean thin wheat noodles called Somyeon. When boiled and run under cold water, the bibim guksu noodles come out chewy and delicious. They are fantastic for absorbing surrounding flavours.
This is different from Kimchi Bibim Guksu, which is spicy thanks to the kimchi and gochujang but equally delicious! Check out my recipe for that version. If you want a bibim guksu without gochujang, then this is the recipe for you. It’s just as flavourful and there is zero spice! Great for those who can’t tolerate a spicy kick.
Easy to make!
My bibim guksu recipe is incredibly easy to make! If you have an Asian pantry, you will probably have most of these ingredients.
The steps require you to simply boil the noodles for 3 minutes then running them under cold water and straining them. Then boil an egg for 6 minutes for a soft yolk. If you prefer a hard yolk egg, boil for 9 minutes. Next in a bowl, we will whisk together the seasoning ingredients. Mix in the noodles. Slice up some fresh cucumber, placing it over your noodles along with the egg. Then enjoy!
I know there are other recipes online but this one is the best bibim guksu recipe ever! You need to try it.
What is bibim guksu made of?
It’s made of thin Korean wheat noodles called somyeon mixed with a sauce made of:
- soy sauce
- sesame seeds
- sesame oil
- sugar
- garlic
- rice vinegar
With a delicious hard boiled egg and fresh cucumber on top.
How do you pronounce Ganjang Bibim Guksu?
It’s pronounced as “Gan-jang Bi-bim Guk-Su”.
Where can I purchase Somyeon Noodles?
They can be found at any Korean grocer and at certain Asian grocers in the dried noodle aisle.
Tips
- Do not over boil the noodles. If you want that delicious chewy texture, only boil them for 3 minutes and strain immediately.
- Run noodles under very cold water for extra chewy texture for this ganjang guksu recipe
- Ensure all the water is strained from the noodles.
- Use a whisk to mix your seasoning ingredients. It will allow for an even distribution of ingredients.
- Mix the noodles with the sauce using tongs or clean hands. Traditionally, they are mixed with the latter.
- Slice the cucumbers very thinly leaving the skin on for extra texture.
- Immediately after boiling your egg, ice bath it.
- When you are ready to crack and peel the egg, crack from the base of the egg (the less pointy end) and peel from the base. This will make it easier for you to have a perfectly peeled egg.
Other recipes you may like!
JANCHI GUKSU (WARM KOREAN NOODLES)
KOREAN KIMCHI BIBIM GUKSU
KOREAN BIBIMBAP
RABBOKI KOREAN SWEET SPICY RAMEN
NON-SPICY KOREAN PORK BULGOGI
GOCHUJANG GLAZED KOREAN MEATBALLS
KOREAN EGG ROLL KIMBAP
For this recipe
You will need the following bibim guksu ingredients:
- 200 grams somyeon noodles
- 2 eggs, soft boiled for 6 minutes
- ½ cucumber, thinly sliced
Bibim Guksu sauce:
- 3 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 2 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
- 1 ½ tablespoon rice vinegar
How to make Bibim Guksu noodles
- In a pot filled with water, bring it to a boil. Add noodles and mix with tongs. Boil for 3 minutes, at most. Strain noodles immediately and run under cold water. Allow it to strain.
- In another pot, bring it to a boil and add eggs. Boil without a lid for 6 minutes for soft yolks. For medium soft eggs, boil for 7-8 minutes. For hard boiled eggs, boil for 9-10 minutes. After they have boiled, ice bath them and allow them to cool. Crack and peel them. Then slice into half and set aside.
- Slice cucumbers into thin match sticks. Note: There's no need to peel the cucumber.
- Lastly in a large mixing bowl, add soy sauce, sesame seeds, sesame oil. sugar, minced garlic and rice vinegar. Whisk until well combined. Then add back in your cold strained noodles. Mix well with tongs or clean hands.
- Divide and transfer noodles into two bowl. Place cucumber slices over top along with sliced eggs. Garnish with more sesame seeds. Enjoy!
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Easy Soy Sauce Bibim Guksu
Ingredients
- 200 grams somyeon noodles (Korean thin wheat noodles)
- 2 eggs
- ½ cucumber thinly sliced
Bibim Guksu sauce:
- 3 tablespoon regular soy sauce not light or dark!
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 2 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon white granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon garlic minced
- 1 ½ tablespoon rice vinegar
Instructions
- In a pot filled with water, bring it to a boil. Add noodles and mix with tongs. Boil for 3 minutes, at most. Strain noodles immediately and run under cold water. Allow it to strain.
- In another pot, bring it to a boil and add eggs. Boil without a lid for 6 minutes for soft yolks. For medium soft eggs, boil for 7-8 minutes. For hard boiled eggs, boil for 9-10 minutes. After they have boiled, ice bath them and allow them to cool. Crack and peel them. Then slice into half and set aside.
- Slice cucumbers into thin match sticks. Note: There's no need to peel the cucumber.
- Lastly in a large mixing bowl, add soy sauce, sesame seeds, sesame oil. sugar, minced garlic and rice vinegar. Whisk until well combined. Then add back in your cold strained noodles. Mix well with tongs or clean hands.
- Divide and transfer noodles into two bowl. Place cucumber slices over top along with sliced eggs. Garnish with more sesame seeds. Enjoy!
Caleb - Never Ending Journeys
These noodles look so delicious, especially with that tasty sauce! Such a perfect meal idea!
Katherine | Love In My Oven
This looks like such a tasty noodle dish!! I want to dig right in! Perfect to keep in the fridge for an easy lunch!
Heidi | The Frugal Girls
This dish is the perfect remedy for a busy week. It's quick, easy and packed with so much irresistible flavor!