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Creamy Gochujang Udon Noodles

Creamy Gochujang Udon Noodles for a Cozy Night In

Delight in Creamy Gochujang Udon Noodles, a quick 20-minute dish that balances spice and creaminess perfectly.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 2 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 660
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Noodles
  • 200 grams Udon Noodles Cook according to package instructions; frozen udon is a great shortcut.
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Can swap with vegetable oil for a dairy-free option.
  • 3 cloves Minced Garlic Fresh garlic preferred.
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped Shallots Onions can be used instead.
  • 2 tablespoons Gochujang Adjust based on spice tolerance.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Substitute with coconut cream for dairy-free.
  • ½ cup Reserved Noodle Water Helps achieve sauce consistency.
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Low-sodium versions available.
  • 1 teaspoon Gochugaru Korean chili flakes for extra heat.
For the Toppings
  • ¼ cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Nutritional yeast can be used for a vegan option.
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped Green Onions Fresh garnish.
  • 1 yolk Egg Yolk Optional for richness.

Equipment

  • large non-stick pan

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Cook the udon noodles according to the package instructions, typically around 7-10 minutes in boiling water. Reserve ½ cup of noodle water before draining.
  2. In a large, non-stick pan, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add 3 cloves of minced garlic and 2 finely chopped shallots, sautéing for about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Stir in 2 tablespoons of gochujang paste into the sautéed mixture, cooking for another 30 seconds.
  4. Gradually pour in 1 cup of heavy cream and the reserved noodle water, stirring thoroughly to combine. Add 2 tablespoons of soy sauce and a sprinkle of gochugaru.
  5. Once the sauce thickens, toss the warm udon noodles into the pan and mix gently.
  6. Serve the noodles in bowls topped with grated Parmesan cheese, chopped green onions, and an optional egg yolk.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 660kcalCarbohydrates: 75gProtein: 12gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 1200mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Feel free to customize this dish by adding vegetables or proteins of your choice. Adjust gochugaru according to your spice tolerance.

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