Description
Creamy Gochujang Udon Noodles are a quick, delicious dish that blends the rich, spicy flavors of gochujang with chewy udon noodles for a satisfying meal in just 20 minutes. This creamy fusion is perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests with minimal effort. With a garlicky sauce that clings beautifully to each noodle, this recipe is both comforting and customizable. Add your favorite proteins or vegetables to make it your own. Topped with fresh green onions and optional parmesan cheese, these udon noodles are as visually appealing as they are tasty.
Ingredients
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- 2 packs frozen udon noodles
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 shallots, chopped
- 1.5 tbsp gochujang
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup reserved noodle water
- 2 tsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp gochugaru
- Chopped green onions and grated parmesan cheese for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the udon noodles in boiling water according to package instructions. Reserve 1/2 cup of noodle water.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter and sauté garlic and shallots until fragrant.
- Stir in gochujang and cook briefly before adding heavy cream and reserved noodle water.
- Mix in soy sauce and gochugaru; simmer until thickened.
- Toss cooked udon noodles into the sauce until evenly coated.
- Serve hot, garnished with green onions and parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 85mg