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💚 Perfect Summer Recipes to Keep You Cool: Choi Hwa-jung’s Cucumber Gimbap & Cold Noodles 🍜🌿
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💚 Perfect Summer Recipes to Keep You Cool:
Choi Hwa-jung’s Cucumber Gimbap & Cold Noodles 🍜🌿
Looking for something light, healthy, and easy to make during the hot summer months?
Korean TV personality Choi Hwa-jung has you covered! Known for her bubbly personality and timeless charm, Hwa-jung recently launched her YouTube channel, “Hello, This is Choi Hwa-jung,” where she shares her personal tips on food, lifestyle, and beauty.
In one of her very first videos, she steps into the kitchen wearing a red checkered shirt she proudly says she bought 19 years ago!
Her bold red lipstick matches her confident energy, and it’s easy to feel right at home as she walks viewers through her favorite summer dishes. 🍉✨
🥒 Cucumber Gimbap: Simple, Crunchy, and So Refreshing
One of her top picks for the season? Cucumber Gimbap (오이김밥). She got the idea from an Instagram post and instantly fell in love with how easy and refreshing it is.
The trick is to use an entire cucumber as the filling, which naturally reduces the amount of rice and ups the crunch factor.
Here’s her step-by-step:
- Peel and wash the cucumber thoroughly. You can keep it whole or cut it into halves if it’s too thick.
- Season the rice with sesame oil and salt, or with a splash of vinegar for a slightly tangy kick.
- Lay out a sheet of seaweed, spread a thin layer of rice over it, and place the cucumber in the center.
- Roll it up tightly, slice into bite-sized pieces, and you’re done!
She recommends dipping it in ssamjang (a spicy soybean paste) if you want extra flavor.
The combination of cold cucumber, lightly seasoned rice, and nutty ssamjang is perfect for hot days when you want something light yet satisfying. 🌿🍙
“It’s crunchy, refreshing, and super guilt-free,” she says. “You can enjoy it without feeling heavy, even on the hottest day.”
🍜 Cold Summer Noodles: A Quick, Cooling Comfort
Another go-to summer dish from Hwa-jung’s kitchen is her cold summer noodles (여름 국수)—a nostalgic recipe her close friend, comedian Song Eun-i, always raves about. It’s incredibly simple to make but packs a flavor punch, thanks to its spicy dipping sauce.
Here’s how she does it:
- Boil your favorite noodles (like somen or soba). For a chewier texture, she adds a splash of cold water while boiling.
- Slice a few fresh Cheongyang chili peppers—these will go in your dipping sauce for that signature spicy kick. 🌶️
- Prepare the dipping sauce by mixing equal parts cold water and tsuyu (a Japanese soy-based soup base). Add the sliced chili peppers for that bold flavor.
- Rinse the noodles in ice-cold water, then serve in a bamboo bowl with plenty of rock ice on top. “Don’t use regular ice cubes,” she warns. “Rock ice keeps everything cold much longer!”
This recipe is perfect when you’re too tired to cook or want a cool, spicy snack to beat the summer heat.
The cold noodles paired with the savory-spicy sauce create a beautiful contrast that leaves you feeling refreshed. ❄️🍜
🧡 Choi Hwa-jung’s Summer Kitchen Vibe
Whether you’re a cooking newbie or a seasoned home chef, Hwa-jung’s easygoing vibe and relatable tips make these dishes super approachable.
Her channel isn’t just about food—it’s about sharing joy, nostalgia, and a love for life.
Watching her cook feels like spending time with a close friend or a beloved aunt who always knows how to make something special from everyday ingredients.
So next time the weather gets unbearably hot, skip the heavy meals and try cucumber gimbap or her cool summer noodles.
Your body—and taste buds—will thank you!
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