Jul 14 2026

Kook Soo Recipe

Time30m
Serves2

Somen noodle soup with vegetables.

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Ingredients

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Noodles

Vegetables

Broth

Garnish

Method

Noodle Preparation

  1. 1

    Cook the Somen Noodles

    In a pot of boiling water, add the somen noodles and cook according to package instructions, usually about 3-4 minutes. Once cooked, drain and rinse under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.

Vegetable Preparation

  1. 2

    Prepare the Vegetables

    Julienne the carrot and slice the green onions. If using shiitake mushrooms, slice them thinly. If using button mushrooms, slice them accordingly. Rinse the spinach in cold water and set aside.

Broth Preparation

  1. 3

    Make the Broth

    In a large pot, combine the vegetable broth, soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and pepper. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat.

Combine & Serve

  1. 4

    Combine Ingredients

    Once the broth is simmering, add the prepared vegetables (carrot, green onion, mushrooms, and spinach) to the pot. Let them cook for about 5 minutes until they are tender.

  2. 5

    Serve the Kook Soo

    In bowls, place a portion of the cooked somen noodles. Ladle the hot vegetable broth and vegetables over the noodles. Garnish with sesame seeds and chili flakes to taste. Serve immediately.

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