10 Minute Soy Sauce Noodles That Will Change Your LIFE!

Take two green onions and thinly slice them.

Cut half a cucumber into thin matchsticks. This is optional but adds a nice crunch.

Using a mortar and pestle or a ziplock bag, grind the toasted sesame seeds to release a more intense nutty flavor.

In a small container, combine soy sauce, sugar, toasted sesame oil, and balsamic vinegar.

Mix the sauce ingredients together until well combined.

Fill a pot with enough water and bring it to a boil.

Add somyeon noodles to the boiling water and cook according to the package instructions.

Once cooked, drain the noodles and rinse them under cold water to stop them from cooking further.

Gently rub the noodles with your hands while rinsing to remove excess starch. Squeeze out as much water as possible.

Place the drained noodles in a large mixing bowl and pour the prepared sauce over them.

Mix the noodles and sauce thoroughly until the noodles are evenly coated.

Transfer the sauced noodles to a serving bowl.

Garnish the noodles with the sliced cucumber, green onions, and ground toasted sesame seeds.

For extra protein, top the noodles with a crispy fried egg and drizzle a little more sauce on it.