Description
Creamy Gochujang Udon Noodles are a quick and flavorful fusion dish featuring chewy noodles coated in a rich, spicy-sweet sauce made with gochujang, coconut milk, and sesame. Perfect for busy weeknights, this comforting recipe is customizable and comes together in just 15 minutes.
Ingredients
2 packs fresh or frozen udon noodles
1 tablespoon sesame oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup chopped scallions (white and green parts separated)
2 tablespoons gochujang (Korean red chili paste)
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
1/2 cup unsweetened coconut milk or heavy cream
1 tablespoon tahini or peanut butter (optional for extra creaminess)
Salt to taste
Toasted sesame seeds, for garnish
Additional chopped scallions, for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the udon noodles according to package directions. If using frozen noodles, boil for 1–2 minutes until separated, then drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a large skillet or wok, heat sesame oil over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and the white parts of the scallions. Sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in gochujang, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and maple syrup. Cook for about 30 seconds until well blended.
- Lower the heat and add coconut milk or cream, and tahini or peanut butter if using. Whisk until smooth and creamy. Simmer for 2–3 minutes.
- Add cooked noodles to the sauce and toss to coat evenly. Cook for another 1–2 minutes until heated through.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt or extra gochujang if desired.
- Serve hot, garnished with sesame seeds and green parts of scallions.
Notes
Use coconut milk and maple syrup to keep it vegan.
Add tofu, chicken, or a poached egg for extra protein.
Incorporate veggies like spinach, mushrooms, or carrots for more nutrition.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
Reheat with a splash of water, broth, or coconut milk to loosen the sauce.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Korean Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
