Description
Creamy gochujang udon noodles are a quick and delicious meal that brings together the rich, spicy notes of gochujang with the delightful chewiness of udon noodles. Perfect for busy weeknights or when youโre looking to indulge in something comforting yet exciting, this dish is packed with flavor and can be easily customized to suit your preferences. Whether youโre enjoying it for lunch or dinner, this noodle dish promises a satisfying experience that will delight your taste buds in every bite.
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
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 0.5 cup reserved noodle water
- 2 tsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp gochugaru
- Chopped green onion for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the udon noodles in boiling water according to package instructions. Reserve 0.5 cup of noodle water, then drain and rinse the noodles.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Sautรฉ the garlic and shallots until fragrant.
- Stir in the gochujang and cook briefly until combined.
- Gradually add heavy cream and reserved noodle water; stir in soy sauce and gochugaru until well mixed. Let simmer until thickened.
- Toss cooked udon noodles with the sauce until fully coated.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For added protein, consider including grilled chicken or crispy tofu. Customize by adding vegetables like spinach or broccoli for extra nutrition.