Giant Dumplings and Noodles with Cabbage Flower Decoration Completed for Chef Yoon Nam-no

In the 89th episode of the JTBC variety program 'Chef & My Fridge', a customized cooking battle was held for Chef Yoon Nam-no. In this broadcast, giant dumplings and noodle dishes prepared considering Chef Yoon Nam-no's eating habits drew attention.

A combination of giant dumplings and a bag of noodles, a menu customized for Yoon Nam-no

This dish was a menu prepared specifically for Chef Yoon Nam-no, consisting of large giant dumplings and a bag of noodles that amounted to a single serving. The cast in the video noted that the amount of somyeon (thin wheat noodles) prepared was very large, and the footage captured the process of boiling such a large amount of noodles that the pot almost overflowed. In particular, the team consisting of writer Kim Poong and Chef Sam Kim showed an intense cooking process while making the giant dumplings.

During the cooking process, tension continued as time ran tight due to the size and quantity of the dumplings. The cast hurried to finish the cooking within about 5 minutes during the process of shaping and steaming the dumplings. The completed dish presented a visual featuring a flower shape made using cabbage, and the noodles were arranged to serve as a seasoning to be eaten on top of the dumplings.

Cabbage flower decoration and a texture reminiscent of knife-cut noodles

The dish completed by the team of writer Kim Poong and Chef Sam Kim is characterized by decorations using cabbage. According to the video subtitles and the cast's conversation, they used cabbage to create a flower shape, thereby increasing the visual completeness. During the cooking process, Chef Sam Kim went through detailed cooking steps such as spreading out the cabbage and piercing the center.

Regarding the texture of the completed dish, the cast mentioned the soft texture of the noodles. The noodles gave a feeling similar to knife-cut noodles (dosakmyeon) while being thin and smooth to swallow. Additionally, it was explained that the collagen in the jokbal (braised pig's trotters) created a natural viscosity even without starch water, adding a smooth taste.

Chef Yoon Nam-no's reaction and dish characteristics

Chef Yoon Nam-no showed a reaction while tasting the completed dish. The dish was a combination of sweet shrimp, jokbal, and cabbage, and it was evaluated that the sweet taste of the cabbage and the taste of the jokbal harmonized well. In particular, a method of wrapping the noodles in the cabbage was suggested, and the spicy taste of chili oil was added to enhance the flavor.

The cast emphasized that the dish was prepared reflecting the tastes of Chef Yoon Nam-no. This dish, which combined a large amount of noodles and giant dumplings, concluded as a customized menu where the natural flavors of the ingredients and the cooking method harmonized.