Introducing Korean-style Kalguksu, Sujebi, and Chiknaengmyun:
- Kalguksu:
- Kalguksu is a traditional Korean noodle dish made with wheat flour noodles.
- The noodles are typically thinly sliced and have a soft texture.
- It is served with a broth made with meat, seafood, or vegetables.
- The basic version is usually served with toppings such as vegetables and sometimes meat in a broth flavored with anchovies or other seafood.
- Sujebi:
- Sujebi is a hand-torn noodle dish made by tearing dough into small irregular pieces.
- The dough is not uniform in thickness or size, giving it a rustic appearance.
- It is typically served in a broth or can be prepared as a stir-fry dish.
- Sujebi can be made with simple ingredients and can include vegetables, meat, or seafood for added flavor.
- Chiknaengmyun:
- Chiknaengmyun is a Korean cold noodle dish made with buckwheat noodles.
- The noodles are elastic and are served chilled in a cold broth.
- They are often enjoyed with toppings such as vegetables and are mixed with a spicy or tangy sauce.
- Chiknaengmyun is particularly popular during the summer months for its refreshing taste.
These Korean noodle dishes each have their own unique characteristics and are an integral part of Korean culinary culture, passed down through generations and enjoyed by many for their delicious flavors and textures.
Songwuri Kalguksu, which used to be located right in front of E-Mart in Pocheon, is a place where you can taste refreshing anchovy broth paired with hand-cut noodles at an affordable price.
Currently priced at 6,000 won, but it feels like it used to be 5,000 won back in the day, according to the sign.
It’s probably located about 50 meters away from Songwuri Kalguksu main branch at 923 Hoguk-ro, Pocheon-si, Gyeonggi-do.
Songwuri Kalguksu is situated directly across from E-Mart, offering its own parking facility. It’s a convenient spot for enjoying kalguksu, sujebi, and chiknaengmyun after grocery shopping at E-Mart.
🌈 Songwuri Kalguksu Menu:
- Kalguksu 6,000 won
- Sujebi 6,500 won
- Chiknaengmyun 7,000 won
Additionally, there are side dishes such as stir-fried squid, stir-fried pork, boneless chicken feet, tofu kimchi, kimchi pancake, green onion pancake, and various dumplings available.
🌈 Introduction of Kalguksu:
It contains seaweed powder and squash. The broth is almost at the level of Hangang River. Although I love broth, these days I try to refrain from eating too much.
There are red chili paste and soy sauce seasoning provided on each table, allowing diners to adjust according to their taste preferences.
Nobody knew that the thought of “Can I finish it all?” would lead to quickly emptying the bowl in no time.
There are two types of kimchi, although they are the same, one tastes like fully fermented kimchi, and the other has a slightly pickled taste.
Fortunately, the cabbage is domestically sourced, while the red pepper powder is from China. Personally, I’m relieved as I don’t prefer Chinese kimchi.
The sujebi we ordered together is exceptional, with an abundance of broth. Even though I like soup, there was too much. The flavor of sujebi broth was distinct from that of kalguksu.
I wonder if nowadays sujebi is also made by machines? Would it taste different if it’s hand-torn compared to machine-made?
Suddenly, the visual of a close friend who loves sujebi came to mind… Too bad it’s too far to invite him…
Looking at the kalguksu noodles, they seem to be machine-made, so maybe that’s why I thought of it for sujebi too.
Upon entering the shop, I noticed some changes in the menu. Unfortunately, boiled squid and tofu kimchi were removed from the menu.
It would have been nice to have at least tofu kimchi…
🌿 Kimchi is self-service:
There were two styles of kimchi, and it seems nice to try a bit of each.
✅ Closed every Wednesday. Don’t make the mistake of coming on those days.
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