Healthier Kalguksu (Korean Noodle Soup)

A nutritionally optimized version of Korean knife-cut noodle soup featuring protein-rich noodles, lean chicken, and fiber-packed vegetables. This hearty bowl delivers complete proteins and complex carbohydrates to support muscle building and satiety.

Great

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Make enhanced noodles: Steam sweet potato until tender (10-12 minutes). Peel and mash, reserving 70g. Mix with both flours, olive oil, salt, and water. Knead 5-7 minutes until smooth. Wrap and refrigerate 30+ minutes.

Step 2

Prepare soup base: Heat olive oil in large saucepan with sliced garlic, ginger, and spring onion whites over medium-high heat until fragrant (3 minutes). Add chicken strips, season with salt, and cook until nearly done.

Step 3

Build flavor: Add doenjang, toast 30 seconds. Deglaze with mirin, cook 1 minute. Add broth and kelp, bring to boil. Add beans/edamame, soy sauce, and sesame oil. Simmer until tender.

Step 4

Finish noodles: Roll dough thin, cut into linguine-width strips. Add to simmering broth, cook 2-3 minutes. Stir in grated garlic, chilies, spinach, and vinegar. Remove from heat, let stand 2 minutes.

Step 5

Serve: Garnish with spring onion greens, nori, sesame seeds, and chili oil.