If you've been in Korea for a long time, I'm sure you've tasted a lot of traditional Korean cold noodles. When it comes to naengmyeon, most people think of mul naengmyeon, but in reality, there is another type of naengmyeon called 'bibim naengmyeon' besides mul naengmyeon.
As summer approaches, it seems that the season to eat naengmyeon is approaching. When you go to a traditional Korean restaurant, I recommend that you ask if there is 'Bibim Naengmyeon' and try 'Bibim Naengmyeon' instead of just ordering water naengmyeon.
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However, both mul naengmyeon and bibim naengmyeon are traditional Korean cold noodles. It is judged that foreign friends will be curious about the difference between the two naengmyeon. Among my Korean friends, there are not only those who prefer only mul naengmyeon, but also quite a few who prefer bibim naengmyeon. Accordingly, let's learn about the unique taste and characteristics of 'Mulnaengmyeon' and 'Bibimnaengmyeon' this time!
Introduction to cold noodles
Mul naengmyeon is a type of naengmyeon, and is eaten by dipping cold noodles in meat broth or dongchimi broth. As a garnish (referring to putting or sprinkling food on top of food to make the shape and color of food look better and add taste), you can enjoy a spicy and cool taste by adding boiled eggs, cucumbers, radish, etc., and mustard and vinegar. there is. Cold noodles can be easily made at home. Prepare naengmyeon sari and commercially available naengmyeon broth, and cut boiled eggs, cucumbers, and radish wraps to serve as garnish. The marinade can be made by mixing red pepper paste, starch syrup, soy sauce, salt, minced garlic, plum extract, sugar, and vinegar.
Introduction to Bibim Naengmyeon
Bibim naengmyeon is also a type of naengmyeon, which is eaten by mixing cold noodles with gochujang sauce. Like mulnaengmyeon, topped with boiled egg, cucumber, lettuce, seaweed, etc., and sesame oil and mustard as a garnish You can enjoy spicy and sweet taste. Bibim naengmyeon can also be easily made at home. Just like making water naengmyeon, prepare naengmyeon noodles and commercially available red pepper paste, cut boiled eggs, cucumbers, lettuce, and seaweed and serve as garnish. The marinade can be made by mixing red pepper paste, soy sauce, minced garlic, red pepper powder, sesame oil, mustard, sugar, vinegar, and salt.
The difference between mul naengmyeon and bibim naengmyeon
The difference between mul naengmyeon and bibim naengmyeon is as follows.
Mulnaengmyeon is made with broth and ice, while bibim naengmyeon is made with gochujang sauce.
Mulnaengmyeon increases the sense of fullness (the feeling of eating full) because you eat the soup together, and you can enjoy the spicy and sweet taste of bibim naengmyeon because of the seasoning.
Mulnaengmyeon is about 483kcal per serving (about 700g), and Bibimnaengmyeon is about 570kcal per serving (about 500g). Not only that, Mulnaengmyeon has 120g of carbs, and Bibimnaengmyeon has more at 90g. Some studies suggest that this may be due to the carbohydrates in the broth.
Mulnaengmyeon has 11g of protein, and Bibimnaengmyeon has 14g. This may be due to the protein in the marinade.
Mulnaengmyeon has 2.1g of fat, and Bibimnaengmyeon has 0g, which is more than Mulnaengmyeon. This may be due to the fat in the broth.
Mulnaengmyeon has 2,350 mg of sodium, and Bibim Naengmyeon has 1,494 mg, which is almost twice as much as Mulnaengmyeon. This may be due to the sodium in the broth.
However, there are also things like mulnaengmyeon and bibimnaengmyeon. That's cholesterol, both types have 0 mg cholesterol.
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In conclusion, what is good for your health may vary depending on your individual goals and circumstances. If you want to go on a diet, choose mulnaengmyeon, which is low in calories and filling, and leave the broth. If protein and taste are important to you, choose Bibim Naengmyeon, which is high in calories but high in protein, spicy and sweet, and it is also a good idea to control your sodium intake. Whichever one you choose, take the right amount and consider the harmony with other foods to help your health.
