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Makguksu (막국수)

Noodles & Dumplings

Gangwon-do buckwheat noodles, cold and tangy.

Korean name
막국수
Spice level
Medium
Flavor
tangy · nutty
Typically contains
buckwheat
Vegetarian / vegan
Sometimes — vegetable-forward, but anchovy broth, fish sauce or meat garnish is common. Ask first
Also written as
mak guksu, chuncheon makguksu, buckwheat noodles

Spice and flavor are editorial assessments of the standard version — individual restaurants and recipes vary. Ingredient notes are typical, not guaranteed: always check with the restaurant for allergies or dietary needs.

Nutrition

Calories58 kcal
Carbohydrate10.96 g
Protein2 g
Fat0.6 g
Sodium226 mg

Per serving (~732.6ml): ≈425 kcal · sodium ≈1,656 mg (83% of the WHO daily guideline, 2,000 mg)

Per 100ml · total serving 732.60ml · Official data: National Integrated Food Nutritional Information Standard Data (Korea MFDS) (DB item: 막국수, synced 2026-07-17). Values vary by recipe and portion.

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