What Is Naengmyeon (냉면)? Why Koreans Love This Cold Noodle Dish
- 143potatopie
- 2 days ago
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If you’ve seen “cold noodles” on the menu and wondered why Koreans love them, here’s the explanation.
1. What is Naengmyeon?
Thin, chewy noodles made from buckwheat or sweet potato starch, served in an icy broth or mixed with spicy sauce.
2. Types of Naengmyeon
Mul Naengmyeon (물냉면)
Cold beef broth. Clean and refreshing.
Bibim Naengmyeon (비빔냉면)
Spicy-sweet red sauce mixed with noodles.No broth. More intense flavor.
3. Why Koreans love it
Perfect after heavy BBQ
Refreshing and cooling
Light but flavorful
Chewy “al dente” noodles
Helps digestion after meat
4. The perfect combo
Galbi + Naengmyeon = one of the most classic Korean BBQ pairings.

