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Spicy Gogi Guksu Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 lb. of thinly sliced beef
- 1 lb. of fresh Korean noodles (guksu)
- 1 onion, sliced
- 3 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp. of gochugaru (Korean red pepper flakes)
- 1 tbsp. of gochujang (Korean red pepper paste)
- 2 tbsp. of soy sauce
- 1 tbsp. of sesame oil
- 4 cups of beef broth
- 2 green onions, sliced
- Salt and pepper to taste

Special equipment needed:
- Large pot
- Strainer

Step-by-step instructions:

1. In a large pot, bring the beef broth to a boil.

2. Add the thinly sliced beef, onion, garlic, gochugaru, gochujang, soy sauce, and sesame oil to the pot. Stir well and let it simmer for 10 minutes.

3. Add the fresh Korean noodles to the pot and cook for 3-5 minutes until the noodles are cooked through.

4. Remove the pot from the heat and strain the noodles and beef from the broth.

5. Place the noodles and beef in a serving bowl and pour the broth over them.

6. Garnish with sliced green onions and season with salt and pepper to taste.


- Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: 20 minutes
Temperature:
- Medium-high heat
Serving size:
- 4 servings

Nutritional information:
- Calories: 450
- Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Protein: 35g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Chicken or pork can be substituted for beef.
- Udon noodles can be substituted for Korean noodles.

Variations:
- Add vegetables such as mushrooms, carrots, or spinach to the pot.
- Use seafood such as shrimp or clams instead of beef.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to slice the beef thinly to ensure it cooks quickly.
- Adjust the amount of gochugaru and gochujang to your desired level of spiciness.
- Rinse the noodles in cold water before cooking to prevent them from sticking together.

Storage instructions:
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
- Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop with additional broth or water to prevent the noodles from drying out.

Presentation ideas:
- Serve in individual bowls with chopsticks and a spoon.

Garnishes:
- Sliced green onions, sesame seeds, or chopped cilantro.

Pairings:
- Serve with a side of kimchi or pickled vegetables.

Suggested side dishes:
- Steamed rice or Korean pancake (jeon).

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the broth is too spicy, add more beef broth to dilute the spiciness.
- If the noodles are too soft, cook them for a shorter amount of time.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the beef to an internal temperature of 145°F to ensure it is safe to eat.

Food history:
- Gogi guksu is a traditional Korean noodle soup that is typically made with beef broth and thin slices of beef.

Flavor profiles:
- Spicy, savory, and slightly sweet.

Serving suggestions:
- Serve hot as a main dish for lunch or dinner.

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Region: Korean

Taste: Spicy, Savory, Umami, Tangy, Garlicky