Description
A comforting dish of udon noodles coated in a silky, spicy gochujang sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
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- 2 packs frozen udon noodles
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 shallots, chopped
- 1 1/2 tbsp gochujang
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup reserved noodle water
- 2 tsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp gochugaru
- 1 green onion, chopped (for garnish)
- Grated parmesan cheese
- Egg yolk (optional)
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the frozen udon noodles and cook according to package instructions. Reserve 1/2 cup of starchy noodle water before draining.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add garlic and shallots, sauté until translucent.
- Stir in gochujang and cook for about 30 seconds. Then gradually pour in heavy cream while stirring.
- Slowly add reserved noodle water, whisking to create a smooth sauce. Add soy sauce and gochugaru, simmer until it thickens slightly.
- Add the cooked udon to the skillet and toss gently to coat with the sauce. Adjust consistency with additional noodle water if needed.
- Serve immediately topped with grated parmesan and chopped green onion. Add an egg yolk if desired.
Notes
Use reserved noodle water for emulsification. Adjust seasoning based on gochujang’s saltiness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 72g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: udon noodles, gochujang, creamy sauce, comfort food, quick dinner