Cold Cucumber Soup (Oi Naengguk)

5 mins
Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Combine sliced cucumbers with green onion and tomatoes.
  2. 2You can also add chili peppers if you'd like, but since I included gochugaru in the seasoning, I decided to omit it.
  3. 3Add the seasoning ingredients and mix well.
  4. 4Add cold water.
  5. 5Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
  6. 6Grind optional sesame seeds to enhance the nutty flavor.
  7. 7Add some ice and enjoy this refreshing dish on those hot summer days.

Ingredients

  • 0.5 English cucumber, sliced thinly
  • 2 Persian cucumbers, sliced thinly
  • 1 green onion, sliced
  • 0.5 Optional red chili pepper, sliced
  • 1 Optional red chili pepper, sliced
  • 3 Optional cherry /grape tomatoes, sliced
  • 4 Optional cherry /grape tomatoes, sliced
  • 1.5 cups cold water
  • 1 teaspoon sesame seeds, ground
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon gochugaru (red pepper flakes)
  • 1 teaspoon gochugaru (red pepper flakes)
  • 1 Tablespoon soy sauce
  • 3 Tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 garlic clove, minced or grated

Equipment

bowl

Tips

  • To prep ahead, place in the refrigerator until ready to serve.