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Creamy Gochujang Udon Noodles Recipe

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This Creamy Gochujang Udon Noodles recipe delivers a perfect blend of spicy Korean flavors and rich creaminess, paired with chewy udon noodles. Ready in just 15 minutes, this comforting and delicious dish is garnished with parmesan, green onions, and an optional egg yolk for extra richness.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 2 packs frozen udon noodles
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 shallots, chopped
  • 1 1/2 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup reserved noodle water
  • 2 tsp soy sauce
  • 1 tsp gochugaru (Korean red chili flakes)

Garnishes

  • 1 green onion, chopped
  • Grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 egg yolk (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cook the Udon Noodles: Bring a pot of water to a boil and cook the frozen udon noodles according to the package instructions. Once cooked, reserve 1/2 cup of the noodle cooking water and set it aside. Drain the noodles, rinse under cold water to stop cooking, then set aside.
  2. Sauté Aromatics: In a pan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and chopped shallots, sautéing until fragrant and translucent, about 2-3 minutes. Then add the gochujang and cook it for about 30 seconds to deepen its flavor.
  3. Prepare the Sauce: Slowly pour in the heavy cream and the reserved noodle water while stirring. Add the soy sauce and gochugaru. Stir everything together and bring the sauce to a gentle simmer. Let it simmer for a few minutes until it thickens slightly.
  4. Toss Noodles in Sauce: Add the drained udon noodles to the pan with the creamy gochujang sauce. Toss well to ensure the noodles are evenly coated with the sauce and warmed through.
  5. Serve and Garnish: Transfer the coated noodles to serving bowls. Top each serving with grated parmesan cheese, chopped green onion, and optionally an egg yolk for extra creaminess. Serve immediately and enjoy the rich, spicy flavors.

Notes

  • For a vegetarian version, omit the parmesan cheese or substitute with a plant-based cheese alternative.
  • The egg yolk is optional but adds a luscious texture when mixed into the noodles.
  • Adjust gochujang and gochugaru quantities based on your spice tolerance.
  • Using reserved noodle water helps achieve a silky sauce consistency without thinning it too much.
  • Frozen udon noodles save preparation time and maintain chewy texture.

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