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Tofu Bibim Guksu Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 8 oz. dried somen noodles
- 1 block of firm tofu, drained and cut into small cubes
- 1 small cucumber, julienned
- 1 small carrot, julienned
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 2 tbsp. soy sauce
- 1 tbsp. rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp. sesame oil
- 1 tbsp. honey
- 1 tbsp. toasted sesame seeds
- Salt, to taste

Special equipment needed:
- Large pot for boiling noodles
- Mixing bowl
- Colander

Step-by-step instructions:

1. Cook the somen noodles according to package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water. Set aside.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine gochujang, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, and salt. Mix well.
3. Add the cooked somen noodles to the mixing bowl and toss with the sauce until well coated.
4. Add the cubed tofu, julienned cucumber, julienned carrot, and sliced green onions to the mixing bowl. Toss until well combined.
5. Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds on top of the dish.
6. Serve cold.


- Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: 5 minutes
Temperature:
- Serve cold
Serving size:
- 2-3 servings

Nutritional information:
- Calories per serving: 350
- Total fat: 10g
- Total carbohydrates: 52g
- Protein: 16g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Somen noodles can be substituted with any thin noodles such as vermicelli or angel hair pasta.
- Gochujang can be substituted with sriracha or any other chili paste.

Variations:
- Add sliced boiled egg or shredded chicken for added protein.
- Add sliced avocado or kimchi for added flavor.

Tips and tricks:
- Rinse the cooked noodles with cold water to prevent them from sticking together.
- Adjust the amount of gochujang according to your preferred level of spiciness.
- Use a mandoline slicer to easily julienne the cucumber and carrot.

Storage instructions:
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Reheating instructions:
- Tofu Bibim Guksu is best served cold and does not need to be reheated.

Presentation ideas:
- Serve in a large bowl and garnish with additional sesame seeds and sliced green onions.

Garnishes:
- Toasted sesame seeds
- Sliced green onions

Pairings:
- Serve with a side of Korean pickled vegetables or a simple green salad.

Suggested side dishes:
- Korean pickled vegetables
- Green salad

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of water to thin it out.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure to drain and rinse the tofu before using it in the recipe.

Food history:
- Bibim Guksu is a popular Korean cold noodle dish that is typically served during the summer months.

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

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

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Region: Korean

Taste: Spicy, Tangy, Sweet, Savory, Umami