Baek Jong-won's Kimchi Ramen

• 1 pack ramen (e.g., Jin Ramen Spicy)
• A chunk of aged kimchi, about half a fistful
• Green onion, to taste
• 1 Cheongyang pepper
• 550ml water
• A pinch of gochugaru
• 1 tbsp whole sesame seeds
• 1 tbsp sesame oil

Recipe 🍳

Cooking tips 💡

• Adding aged kimchi from the start of boiling will result in it being fully cooked like kimchi jjigae, rather than crisp. It's best to add it only when the water begins to boil.
• Adding kimchi juice can ruin the ramen's original flavor and make the broth murky. Use only the kimchi solids, not the juice.
• Whole sesame seeds won't release their savory flavor. Be sure to grind them finely with a mortar and pestle for a truly impactful taste.
• Adding sesame oil during cooking will cause its aroma to dissipate. Add it to the bowl after cooking is complete to fully preserve its fragrance.