Kimchi Noodle Soup With Wilted Greens Recipe (2024)

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Dylan

This is pretty yummy! Definitely too much soy sauce, it over powered the Kim chi. I had to add water and Mirin to mellow it out. I would try 1/4 cup and go from there. I added peas. The soft boiled eggs are also good to balance the soy.

Jon Goerner

Never thought about adding shrimp - next time. It's good with tofu, though. (And I agree - less soy sauce!)

Leslie J

Sauteed sh*takes and a slivered zucchini, added 1 T gochujang sauce, used whole jar of kimchi, 4 c chicken broth, 1 c water 1/4 c soy sauce. Added 1 pkg cubed tofu, simmered 20 min before adding ~1/2 lb bay spinach. Finally, tempered in an egg before serving.

Olivia

Used a scant 1/4 cup soy sauce plus a few dashes of fish sauce... also omitted the salt with the ginger, onion, garlic mixture... it was great and appropriately salted!! Silken tofu with the greens (bok choy) was delicious, but would add a soft boiled or momof*cku egg as well.

Hannah

Thanks to those who suggested cutting the soy sauce in half—it would’ve been far too salty if I’d put it all in (and that’s with reduced sodium soy sauce). It was the perfect dish for using up some greens from a fall CSA & for making use of some homemade kimchi, without requiring a trip to the store. I’ll definitely make it again.

Jeremy Springer

This is my favorite soup. If you like a filling, spicy, warming soup, this is your go-to. I'm basically stuck on it for a while. I substituted kelp noodles for the udon and added some gourmet mushrooms. So good!

Meredith

Based on notes from others and my love of both salt and soy sauce, I halved the sauce to 1/4 cup and still would have been ok with slightly less soy sauce/salt. So delicious, though. I added dried/rehydrated shiitake mushrooms, and when I make this again will put the bok choy stems in before the leaves to help the greens stay tender. Don’t skip the sesame seeds!

Theresa

We love this soup in our house and have made it twice already - once with chicken and once with vegetable broth. When we made it with vegetable broth we doubled the kimchi and added a sprinkle more soy sauce (we have a high salt tolerance in our household)Delicious with all the mixed greens we've tried - bok choy, mustard, turnip, kaleEating it with fresh noodles really elevates it

firm vs extra firm

Used frozen chicken wontons for the leftovers and it was better than the original recipe. Highly recommend!

Sarah

This is an excellent soup to have been you are feeling under the weather. It‘s great as is (although I do follow the advice on halving the soy sauce - definitely the right call for us). However, this most recent time, I threw in some raw chicken breasts before adding in the bok choy and shredded them once they had cooked through, which made it an excellent kimchi chicken noodle soup.

Homebaker

Not overly salty here. Maybe different types of soy sauce/ kimchi used? I used a Japanese soy sauce that is very mild. Added tofu and a boiled egg. Decent meatless winter soup. Nothing spectacular but different

Sara

Low investment, high reward. Believe the hype! I dialled back the soy sauce slightly, and took other commenters recommendation to stir in 1 tbsp miso at the end. Phenomenal. We were out of eggs. Added some frozen shrimp from the freezer. I bet it would be great with tofu - especially deep fried - as the protein too.

Sara G

15 year old: This {slurp} is my new favorite dinner {slurp}.Cook: Agree with cutting soy sauce to 1/4 cup, otherwise YUM

Vicki

Yummy. Added Thai basil, eggs, sesame seeds, cilantro as topping. Next time I’ll try with kombu/fish broth.

Sylvia

My husband and I both loved this soup - it is our favorite. I have made it twice since I found the recipe two weeks ago. The mild kimchi we buy is a bit spicy but adds a nice warmth and goes well with the noodles. I think I'll try adding tofu and substituting Soba noodles next time. Definitely add the sesame seeds!

Stassa

So delicious! I added tofu to the recipe for some added protein with the egg. I believe the recipe should have specified soup soy sauce rather than just “soy sauce”. The flavor of the soup soy sauce isn’t as intense and the color is light so I doesn’t impact the presentation of the dish. I only used 1/4 cup and doubled the amount of garlic and added some yellow onion with the green onion. I highly recommend this dish it’s really easy to make and so good for a week night dinner.

AB

This is good and will cure what ails ya! Thanks to the people who said to cut the soy sauce down to 1/4 cup. I made it vegan by using Cleveland vegan kimchi (good and spicy!) and added cubed tofu instead of eggs. Delicious and couldn't be easier!

Emma

I just used a pinch of soy sauce so it wouldn’t overpower the dish, and I added tofu as well. Really great meal.

naitdawg

Doubled kimchi, add a few drops of fish sauce, add 2 baby bock Choy, 1 bunch Swiss chard, some spinach, add sautéed sh*take to bowl when plating along with sesame seeds and green onions, add firm tofu with greens after simmering, added 6 cups of chick broth, cooked 2 brown rice udon noddles. Delicious!!

DK

We really like this, and it had good flavor and was moderately spicy.

Lisa

Delicious! Used only about 2T of tamari, and salted at the end to taste. Added sliced shiitakes, broccoli, and braising greens in that order to simmering soup for a few minutes at the end. Instead of eggs, made bulgogi beef separately and piled it into the soup bowls at the end.

deborah

Fantastic! Here’s what I did differently: first, fried two packages of diced tofu in 1 Tbsp grape seed oil. Took the tofu out and put it in a bowl. Then added more oil and the garlic ginger green onions and sautéed until soft. Added small amount of fresh shredded cabbage and 4 large sliced shiitake mushrooms. Followed the recipe as is but added about 2 1/2 cups Kimchi and 6 cups broth, 1/4 cup soy. When the broth was hot I added shrimp and one thinly sliced and quartered zucchini and spinach.

Dianne

Added fresh mushrooms with the spinach. Will use light soy next time instead of dark soy. Topped with tempera shrimp. Very good base recipe for adding just about anything you’ve got in the fridge that needs a home.

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Kimchi Noodle Soup With Wilted Greens Recipe (2024)

FAQs

Does kimchi jjigae have noodles? ›

This kimchi ramen stew is inspired by Kimchi-Jjigae, which is a Korean stew made with kimchi, scallion, onions and tofu (which usually doesn't have noodles!), as well as Budae Jjigae (Army Stew), which is a stew made with ingredients like kimchi, spam, gochujang, sausage and instant noodles.

Is kimchi soup supposed to be sour? ›

The fermented kimchi vegetables quickly provide deep flavor to the broth, so the soup can be produced in little more than half an hour. Aged kimchi, which is more intensely sour, is the preferred type to use. Surprisingly mellow, the soup is neither too spicy nor too salty.

What does kimchi noodle soup taste like? ›

This is because there are many layers of flavour in kimchi ramen: sour and spicy from the kimchi, umami and salty from the broth, noodles and nori, sweet and savoury from a mix of extras such as vegetables, tofu and egg.

How to use kimchi in ramen? ›

Bring water to a boil over high heat. Add 3/4 of the seasoning powder packet and chopped kimchi. When the water returns to a boil, reduce the heat to medium and add the ramen noodles, dried vegetable flakes, canned tuna (about 1/4 to 1/2 amount per serving), and Korean chili flakes (optional).

Is it okay to eat kimchi jjigae everyday? ›

Along with fiber, vitamins, and minerals, kimchi contains natural probiotic bacteria. If you eat them regularly, the probiotics in fermented foods can be beneficial to your gut microbiome. Studies suggest that eating kimchi on a daily basis could help to improve some digestive problems.

What is the difference between kimchi jjigae and kimchi jjim? ›

Kimchi jjim (or kimchijjim, 김치찜) is a braised kimchi dish. It's typically made with pork, but you can use other meat if you like. In Korea, kimchi jjim made with mackerel is also popular. Because the kimchi is slow braised, this recipe uses less liquid than the amount used for kimchi jjigae (stew).

Why does my kimchi taste so bad? ›

Kimchi spoilage and over-fermentation

It will continue to ferment at a cool temperature. If kimchi over-ferments, it will have a very vinegary odor and taste. It is not pleasant to eat raw, so it is often used for soups and stews. If any fermentation gets soft and slimy, then it is a sign of spoilage.

Is kimchi soup healthy? ›

Kimchi is a fermented vegetable dish that can add a spicy, tangy kick to your meals. Although it can be high in sodium, it also serves up the good-for-you probiotics, fiber, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that help your body ward off illness and stay healthy. If you haven't already, give kimchi a try!

What vinegar should I use for kimchi? ›

Cook time: A spicy Korean-style pickle fermented overnight with cabbage, carrots, herbs and apple cider vinegar. This easy kimchi recipe can be made ahead and used as a topping for noodles, rice and even in burgers.

What do you eat with kimchi soup? ›

You can serve Kimchi Jjigae with a bowl of hot steamed rice, some meat or fish, and refreshing vegetable sides.

What to eat with kimchi noodles? ›

I'm a huge fan of fried egg with kimchi and think they are the perfect accompaniment for this dish! Lay the eggs on top of the noodles when serving. Sprinkle with the rest of the green onions and sesame seeds to taste, and you are done!

Do you eat kimchi soup with rice? ›

Kimchi-jjigae (Kimchi Stew) is a staple in Korean homes and very popular in Japan. I make this dish all the time- it's super simple to prepare and hearty and delicious. You can eat it as is or add white rice to it. For a change of pace try brown or wild rice, or even quinoa!

Are kimchi noodles healthy? ›

Yes, this fermented cabbage-based dish is reputed to be one of the healthiest dishes in the world. Add to this delicious instant noodles, real pieces of Chinese cabbage, a little garlic and chilli, and you have a tasty dish with a lot of character!

When to add kimchi to noodles? ›

Once the noodles are cooked, add them into each serving bowl. Top the noodles with one or two tablespoons of kimchi. Then ladle the soup broth & mushrooms over each bowl. Top with eggs (if using) and green onion.

What is kimchi jjigae made of? ›

Kimchi-jjigae (Korean: 김치찌개) or kimchi stew is a jjigae, or stew-like Korean dish, made with kimchi and other ingredients, such as pork, scallions, onions, and diced tofu. It is one of the most common stews in Korean cuisine.

Can you put ramen in kimchi stew? ›

You just need a good quality store-bought kimchi, ramen noodles (instant is fine), a few basic Asian cooking ingredients, and our handcrafted Korean BBQ Blend. You start this Easy Kimchi Ramen by cooking up the broth.

What is the difference between kimchi jjigae and kimchi guk? ›

Thicker and saltier than soup, jjigae contains more solid ingredients than guk. The ratio of liquid to solid ingredients is around 4:6. Unlike guk, the key component of jjigae is the solid ingredients such as vegetables, tofu, fish or meat. It is common practice for families to share a pot of jjigae.

Does sundubu have noodles? ›

what is soondubu ramyeon? Soondubu ramyeon (or sundubu ramen) was a viral instant noodle recipe that was all over the Korean social media spaces a couple of years ago. It combines the tastes of instant noodles with the comforting flavors of sundubu jjigae (a Korean spicy soft tofu stew).

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