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Getting a bit emotional as naengmyeon season winds down! This is hoe-naengmyeon I had in Namwon – the raw fish version that’s less common but absolutely worth trying. For those unfamiliar: hoe-naengmyeon typically uses fresh pollock or sometimes skate, mixed with the chewy potato starch noodles and that tangy-spicy dadegi sauce. (Korean chili-garlic paste) Namwon’s version was particularly good – the fish was incredibly fresh and the sauce had just the right balance. What I love about regional naengmyeon variations is how each area puts their own spin on it. Namwon’s hoe-naengmyeon has this distinct preparation style that’s different from what you’d get in Seoul or Busan. Anyone else have favorite regional naengmyeon spots? Or thoughts on hoe-naengmyeon vs. regular mul-naengmyeon vs. bibim-naengmyeon preferences? submitted by /u/sunnyhwang |
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