Gochujang Noodles
These Gochujang Noodles are a fiery and deeply savory noodle dish that comes together in just 15 minutes with pantry staples. The bold Korean-inspired sauce made from gochujang paste coats every noodle strand in layers of sweet heat and umami flavor.
Noodles tossed in a bold spicy gochujang butter sauce with soy and sesame in 15 minutes.
Nutrition per serving
Ingredients
main
sauce
topping
Instructions
Cook the Noodles
Cook pasta or ramen noodles in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente according to package directions. Reserve three quarters of a cup of pasta water before draining the noodles thoroughly.
Make the Gochujang Sauce
In the same pot or a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add gochujang paste and stir constantly for 1 minute until the paste darkens slightly and becomes fragrant. This step deepens the flavor dramatically.
Build the Sauce
Stir soy sauce and sesame oil into the gochujang butter. Add a quarter cup of reserved pasta water and whisk until a smooth glossy sauce forms. Add more pasta water as needed to reach a silky pourable consistency.
Toss and Serve
Add drained noodles to the sauce and toss vigorously over medium heat for 1 minute until every noodle is evenly coated and glossy. Divide into bowls and top with sliced scallions, sesame seeds, and a soft boiled egg if desired.
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