Vegetable Mixed Noodles (Yachae Gooksu)
2009-06-24 (수)
Salt, 1 pound dried somen noodles(about 4 bundles), 1 tsp vegetable oil, 2 cloves garlic minced, 3 carrots, coarsely shredded, 3 small zucchini, thinly sliced crosswise, 3 green onions, coarsely chopped,1/3 cup soy sauce, 2 Tbs Asian sesame oil, 1 1/2 Tbs sugar, 2 pickling or Persian cucumbers, coarsely shredded, Toasted sesame seeds for garnish, Freshly ground black pepper(optional)
①Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Salt the water, then add the somen and cook until al dente, 3 to 4 minutes. Rinse under cold water. Drain well and divide the noodles among 4 large bowls.
②Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a large skillet over high heat. Add the garlic and carrots and cook for 2 to 3 minutes. Add the zucchini and a little more oil if needed. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the zucchini is just slightly browned. Turn off the heat, add the green onions, and toss.
③Stir the soy sauce, sesame oil, and sugar together in a small bowl until the sugar is dissolved.
④Pile the vegetable mixture on the noodles and drizzle with the soy mixture. Top with the cucumbers, sesame seeds, and black pepper. Serve immediately.
**Variations: If you’re feeling adventurous, experiment with other vegetables. Mushrooms, onions, bell peppers, and sprouts work well.
