Korean Spicy Cold Noodles

Cook the Noodles

1. 01

   Bring a pot of water to a boil.
2. 02

   Add eggs and cook until hard boiled (10 minutes).
3. 03

   Cook somen according to package directions until tender.
4. 04

   Drain and rinse thoroughly under iced water, rubbing gently to remove excess starch.
5. 05

   Drain very well.
   

Make the Sauce

1. 06

   In a large bowl, whisk together Korean chili paste, sugar, rice vinegar, kimchi juice, soy sauce, sesame oil, Korean chili flakes, and chopped kimchi until smooth.
   
2. 07

   Add the drained noodles to the bowl and toss until thoroughly mixed.
   

Assemble

1. 08

   Divide noodles into bowls.
2. 09

   Top with halved hard-boiled eggs, julienned cucumber, and pear or apple if using.
3. 10

   Finish with toasted sesame seeds or crushed seaweed.

Serve

1. 11

   Serve immediately while the noodles are cold and springy.