Description
Creamy Gochujang Udon Noodles offer a tantalizing blend of bold flavors and a rich, velvety texture, all ready in just 20 minutes. This quick and easy recipe combines the spicy kick of gochujang with the comforting creaminess of butter and heavy cream, making it perfect for busy weeknight dinners or cozy gatherings. Customize your dish by adding your favorite vegetables or proteins for an even heartier meal. Whether served alone or as a part of a larger spread, these udon noodles are sure to impress.
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
Instructions
- Boil a large pot of water and cook frozen udon noodles according to package instructions. Reserve 0.5 cup of noodle water before draining.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter and sauté minced garlic and chopped shallots until fragrant.
- Stir in gochujang and cook for about 30 seconds, then add heavy cream and reserved noodle water.
- Add soy sauce and gochugaru; simmer until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Toss cooked udon noodles in the sauce until fully coated.
- Serve hot with garnishes like green onions, grated parmesan cheese, or an optional egg yolk.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 90mg