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Creamy Gochujang Udon Noodles

Creamy Gochujang Udon Noodles

Creamy gochujang udon noodles blend bold flavors, featuring chewy noodles in a rich, garlicky sauce.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine Fusion
Servings 2 servings
Calories 550 kcal

Equipment

  • Pot
  • pan
  • strainer

Ingredients
  

Noodles

  • 2 pack frozen udon noodles

Sauce

  • 3 tablespoon butter (unsalted)
  • 3 clove garlic, minced
  • 2 shallots, chopped
  • 1.5 tablespoon gochujang
  • 0.5 cup heavy cream
  • 0.5 cup reserved noodle water
  • 2 teaspoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon gochugaru

Garnish

  • 1 green onion, chopped (for garnish)
  • grated parmesan cheese
  • egg yolk (optional)

Instructions
 

Cooking Instructions

  • Bring a pot of water to a boil and cook frozen udon noodles according to package instructions. Once cooked, reserve ½ cup of noodle water and set it aside. Drain the noodles, rinse under cold water, and set them aside.
  • In a pan, melt butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and chopped shallots and sauté until fragrant. Add gochujang and cook for about 30 seconds.
  • Slowly pour in the heavy cream and reserved noodle water, then add soy sauce and gochugaru. Mix and bring the sauce to a simmer. Let it simmer for a few minutes until thickened.
  • Add the cooked udon to the pan, toss to coat them evenly in creamy gochujang sauce.
  • Transfer the noodles to a bowl. Top with grated parmesan cheese, chopped green onion, and an egg yolk. Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

This dish is perfect for weeknight dinners and combines bold, spicy flavors for a satisfying meal.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 70gProtein: 15gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg
Keyword Asian Cuisine, Comfort Food, Creamy Gochujang Udon Noodles, Quick Dinner, Spicy Noodles, udon noodles
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