In the serene confines of Buddhist temples (sachal) across Korea, a culinary delight known as “Seungso” holds a special place. This dish, a beloved noodle creation, can bring a smile to the face even in the midst of the rigorous asceticism required of Buddhist monks.

One such temple, the renowned Ssanggyesa Temple in Hadong, is home to a restaurant famous for its Sachal Guksu, or Buddhist temple-style noodles. Temples throughout the country have their own unique takes on this dish, each capturing the essence of the region and the temple’s culture.

The restaurant in front of Ssanggyesa Temple has mastered the art of Sachal Guksu, crafting its noodles from a blend of ground perilla seeds and buckwheat. The stock used in this dish is made from the earthy and flavorful golden oak mushrooms, while the addition of ground perilla seeds in the soup creates a thick and savory broth that bursts with flavor.

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