Description
These Spicy Sesame Gochujang Noodles are a flavorful and satisfying dish with a Korean-inspired twist. The combination of gochujang, sesame, and fresh vegetables creates a deliciously spicy and savory noodle bowl that is perfect for a quick and easy meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Noodles:
- 8 ounces noodles (such as udon, soba, or ramen)
Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil, divided
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tablespoons gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
Toppings:
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots
- 1/2 cup thinly sliced cucumber
- Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the noodles: According to package instructions, cook the noodles. Drain and rinse under cold water, then toss with 1 tablespoon of sesame oil to prevent sticking.
- Prepare the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together gochujang, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, and remaining 1 tablespoon of sesame oil until smooth.
- Sauté aromatics: In a large skillet or wok over medium heat, sauté the garlic and ginger for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Combine and heat: Add the cooked noodles and the gochujang sauce. Toss well to coat evenly and heat through for 1-2 minutes.
- Add vegetables: Remove from heat and toss in shredded carrots and cucumber.
- Serve: Transfer to bowls and top with green onions, toasted sesame seeds, and fresh cilantro if desired. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Add sautéed tofu, shrimp, or chicken for extra protein.
- Adjust the spice level by using more or less gochujang to taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Korean-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
