Hot and sour noodles After the instant noodles were invented in Japan, the same method was introduced for hot and sour noodles in Sichuan. One example is Baijia Instant Noodles. Its unique flavor combines the sourness from Chinese rice vinegar with the spiciness from chili pepper oil. The grounded toasted peanuts and soybeans on top of noodles gave the special texture of crispness. Besides rice vinegar, chili oil and peanuts/soybeans, other ingredients include sugar, salt, soy sauce, scallion pieces, and smashed garlic. The preparation for hot and sour noodles is relatively easy and quick if you have all the right ingredients handy. For these
Gejang marinated in a "ganjang"-based sauce, one can enjoy the "gejang" which has a fresh and sweet taste. However, "beoltteok gejang" can not be preserved for a long time, so it is said that the name reflects the fact; "beotteok" means "quickly" or "immediately" in Korean. "Kkotgejang" (꽃게장) is made with "kkotge" (horse crab), which is the most consumed crab in South Korea. It is also a local specialty of Jeolla Province, and the dish is known for the umami taste. After cleaned, the live crabs are chopped into several pieces, and a mixture of "ganjang", sliced scallions, garlic, ginger, chili