Easy Cold Noodles & Spicy Chicken Stew: Korean Comfort Food

Updated at: 20/05/2025

Escape the summer heat with this refreshing and flavorful combination of easy cold noodles and spicy chicken stew – the perfect Korean comfort food, even on a hot day! The chilled noodles offer a delightful contrast to the rich, savory broth of the stew, creating a balanced and satisfying meal. This recipe balances simplicity with bold Korean flavors, requiring readily available ingredients and minimal cooking time. Imagine the satisfying slurp of cool noodles followed by a spoonful of fiery, tender chicken stew.

This dynamic duo is surprisingly simple to make, even for novice cooks. The cold noodles require just a few minutes of preparation, while the chicken stew simmers to perfection in under an hour. Ready to dive into this delicious Korean culinary adventure? Let's get started with the step-by-step instructions!

Tools Needed

  • frying pan
  • skillet
  • pot

Ingredients

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1. Prepare the Cold Noodles

  • Mix peanut butter, soy sauce, sugar, and hot water. Adjust to taste.
  • Cook noodles and shrimp in boiling water according to package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water.
  • Combine cooked noodles, cold noodle broth, peanut sauce, cucumber, shrimp, seaweed egg (optional), and ice.
Prepare the cold noodle sauce: Mix peanut butter, soy sauce, sugar, and hot water. Adjust to taste.Cook noodles and shrimp in boiling water according to package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water.Combine cooked noodles, cold noodle broth, peanut sauce, cucumber, shrimp, seaweed egg (optional), and ice.
Prepare the Cold Noodles

Step 2. Make the Spicy Chicken Stew

  • Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper, and pan-fry until crispy.
  • Add water, oyster sauce, dong ga sauce, sugar, garlic, and star anise (or Ssangahtang) to the pan.
  • Add Chinese seaweed and simmer until sauce thickens.
  • Add any remaining spicy seasoning and garnish with chili peppers.
For the chicken stew: Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper, and pan-fry until crispy.Add water, oyster sauce, dong ga sauce, sugar, garlic, and star anise (or Ssangahtang) to the pan.Add Chinese seaweed and simmer until sauce thickens.Add any remaining spicy seasoning and garnish with chili peppers.
Make the Spicy Chicken Stew

Step 3. Prepare the optional Spicy Pork Belly

  • Grill pork belly with pine nuts until the outer layer is salty.
  • Fry garlic cloves in the pork belly fat.
  • Add honey, oyster sauce, sugar, and stir-fry until pork belly is cooked.
  • Add chili peppers (stir-fry for only 3 seconds!), and optionally, a touch of lime.
For the pork belly: Grill pork belly with pine nuts until the outer layer is salty.Fry garlic cloves in the pork belly fat.Add honey, oyster sauce, sugar, and stir-fry until pork belly is cooked.Add chili peppers (stir-fry for only 3 seconds!), and optionally, a touch of lime.
Prepare the optional Spicy Pork Belly
  • Garnish with ground pepper and sesame seeds.
Garnish with ground pepper and sesame seeds.
Prepare the optional Spicy Pork Belly

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Tips

  • Adjust the amount of sauce ingredients to your liking.
  • Rinsing noodles with cold water prevents sticking and helps them cool down.
  • Don't overcook the bell peppers or they'll become mushy.

Nutrition

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FAQs

1. Can I make the chicken stew ahead of time?

Yes! The stew actually tastes even better the next day. Make it ahead and reheat gently before serving.

2. What kind of noodles should I use for the cold noodles?

Somen noodles or even thin spaghetti work well. Look for noodles that are thin and cook quickly.


This Easy Cold Noodles & Spicy Chicken Stew recipe offers a delightful balance of textures and flavors, perfect for a satisfying and refreshing meal. The combination of cool noodles and warming stew makes it a versatile dish for any season. Enjoy this taste of Korean comfort food, and don't hesitate to experiment with your favorite additions!