Pyongyang Mul-Naengmyeon is a traditional Korean cold noodle dish, completely different from hot-broth noodles like ramen or udon. "Mul (mul)" in "Mul-Naengmyeon" means "water/broth," and the dish is served with noodles submerged in a cold, clear broth (or cold water, as with this product). The noodles are made from a blend of wheat flour and buckwheat, giving them a chewy yet slightly coarse texture. The sauce is soy sauce-based with red pepper powder, garlic, and sesame, delivering a tangy, umami-rich flavour. Think of it as a Korean equivalent of a cold pasta salad — a noodle dish served chilled.

Yes, this product is suitable for both Vegans and Vegetarians. It contains no animal-derived ingredients, and both the noodles and sauce are made entirely from plant-based components. Please be sure to check the allergen information below.

This product contains the following EU mandatory allergens: ① Gluten — wheat flour (65.1%) and wheat starch are the main ingredients. ② Soybeans — present in the soy sauce powder. ③ Mustard — mustard oil may be present in the sauce packet. ④ Sesame — present in the sauce. Additionally, while not subject to EU mandatory labelling, the noodles contain Buckwheat (9.3%). Buckwheat may cause allergic reactions in some sensitive individuals — please take care. This product is not suitable for a gluten-free diet.

It is very straightforward. The basic preparation involves three steps: (1) boil the noodles in boiling water for 3–4 minutes, (2) rinse thoroughly under cold water until fully cooled, (3) pour cold water (or iced water) into a bowl and sprinkle the included sauce packet over the noodles. Total preparation time is approximately 15 minutes. Add toppings such as cucumber, radish, or boiled egg — all easily available at European supermarkets — for a more complete bowl. Adjust the sourness to your taste by adding a splash of vinegar.

Yes, the sauce in this product contains Monosodium Glutamate (E621 / MSG) as a flavour enhancer. MSG is a legally permitted food additive that must be declared on the ingredient list as "flavour enhancer (monosodium glutamate)" under EU food regulations. International food safety authorities, including the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA), have assessed MSG as safe at typical dietary intake levels. MSG is the same glutamate compound found naturally in everyday foods such as tomatoes and Parmesan cheese, which are natural sources of umami flavour.