Korea Confidential with Paul Schenk Ep07

  • 10 years ago
Japchae and Cold Buckwheat Noodles
Japchae is one of the most popular dishes in Korean cuisine. Made with boiled cellophane noodles, meat and all kinds of vegetables, this dish requires much effort to make.

The word "japchae" originally means "mixed herbs." In ancient times, japchae even captivated the palates of kings.

Many Koreans enjoy the cold noodles "naengmyeon" in winter, because surprisingly enough, cold food makes the body warm. Nowadays, naengmyeon is popular year-round.

Naengmyeon noodles are made with buckwheat, which is low-calorie and is rich in protein and fiber. Join us to learn how to make the refreshing broth and chewy noodles of this delicious dish.