Nuance Dictionary / Meat & Seafood Specifics
꼬들꼬들하다 kko-deul-kko-deul-ha-da
Firm, chewy, and having a satisfying 'snap' to the bite
What does 꼬들꼬들하다 mean?
꼬들꼬들하다 (kko-deul-kko-deul-ha-da) means: Firm, chewy, and having a satisfying 'snap' to the bite.
The ideal state for Korean instant ramen noodles (Ramyun). Never mushy.
How it's actually used
- 나는 면이 꼬들꼬들할 때 불을 꺼야 맛있더라.
naneun myeoni kkodeulkkodeulhal ttae bul-eul kkeoya mas-itdeora.
I think ramyun tastes best when you turn off the heat while the noodles are still firm and springy.
💡 The ultimate compliment for well-cooked ramyun noodles. - 밥을 물을 적게 잡아서 고슬고슬하고 꼬들꼬들하게 지었어.
bab-eul mur-eul jeokge jab-aseo goseulgosel-hago kkodeulkkodeulhage jieosseo.
I used less water so the rice cooked up separate and firm.
💡 Can also describe rice grains that aren't mushy. - 라면 면발이 너무 퍼지지 않고 딱 꼬들꼬들하게 잘 익었어요.
ramyeon myeonbari neomu peojiji anhgo ttak kkodeulkkodeulhage jal ik-eosseoyo.
The ramen noodles aren't mushy at all and are cooked to a perfect firm and chewy texture.
💡 Refers to the ultimate sweet spot for instant noodles.
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