Korean Food Guide
칼국수
kalguksu · Knife-cut noodle soup
Spice — Not spicy
What it is
Hand-cut wheat noodles in a warm broth of anchovy, clam or chicken — a rainy-day favorite.
Main ingredients
Wheat noodles, clams or chicken, zucchini, potato.
How to order
바지락칼국수 두 개랑 김치 주세요.bajirakkalguksu du gaerang gimchi juseyo.Two clam noodle soups and some kimchi, please.
First time?
The kimchi served with it is often freshly made and very garlicky — part of the experience.
Spice levels are tinyhaha's own rough judgment; restaurants vary.
Frequently asked questions
What is kalguksu (칼국수)?
Kalguksu (칼국수, Knife-cut noodle soup) is hand-cut wheat noodles in a warm broth of anchovy, clam or chicken — a rainy-day favorite.
Is kalguksu spicy?
On tinyhaha's 0–4 scale kalguksu is a 0: Not spicy. Heat varies by restaurant.
What is in kalguksu?
The main ingredients of kalguksu are: Wheat noodles, clams or chicken, zucchini, potato.
How do you order kalguksu in Korean?
Say “바지락칼국수 두 개랑 김치 주세요.” (bajirakkalguksu du gaerang gimchi juseyo.) — it means “Two clam noodle soups and some kimchi, please.”
Any tips for eating kalguksu the first time?
The kimchi served with it is often freshly made and very garlicky — part of the experience.