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Gochujang Udon Noodles

Creamy Gochujang Udon Noodles for Spicy Comfort Bliss

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Creamy Gochujang Udon Noodles offer a delightful blend of comfort and spice, perfect for a quick dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Noodles
  • 1 pack Frozen Udon Noodles Fresh udon can be used but adjust cooking time accordingly.
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Swap with oil for a dairy-free option.
  • 3 cloves Garlic (minced) Using fresh garlic yields the best flavor.
  • 1 medium Shallot (chopped) Can be replaced with onions if needed.
  • 2 tablespoons Gochujang Opt for milder versions if spice is a concern.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Use coconut milk for a vegan alternative.
  • 1 tablespoon Soy Sauce Low-sodium variations help control salt levels.
  • to taste pinch Gochugaru Optional Korean chili flakes for added heat.
For Garnishing
  • 2 tablespoons Parmesan Cheese (grated) Omit for a dairy-free version.
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onion (chopped) Can substitute with chives if desired.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Large skillet

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Boil a large pot of water and cook frozen udon noodles according to package instructions (3-5 minutes). Drain, rinse, and set aside, reserving ½ cup of noodle water.
  2. Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat, then add minced garlic and chopped shallot. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Stir in gochujang and cook for 30 seconds. Gradually pour in heavy cream and reserved noodle water, then add soy sauce and gochugaru. Simmer for 3-4 minutes until thickened.
  4. Add cooked udon noodles to the sauce, tossing gently for 1-2 minutes to coat. Keep heat low to warm through.
  5. Serve garnished with parmesan cheese and green onions. Enjoy hot!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 70gProtein: 12gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Experiment with additional veggies or proteins to customize your dish.

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