the Best Gochujang Noodles
A viral 15-minute spicy noodle dish featuring the deep umami flavor of Korean fermented chili paste and chewy wheat noodles.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-fried
- Cuisine: Korean-fusion
Ingredients
Scale
10 oz noodles
3 tbsp Gochujang paste
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp honey
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp ginger, grated
1 tbsp sesame oil
2 tsp rice vinegar
1/2 cup pasta water
Green onions and sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
1. Boil noodles and reserve pasta water.
2. Whisk Gochujang, soy sauce, honey, and vinegar.
3. Sauté garlic and ginger in sesame oil.
4. Stir in sauce and cooked noodles.
5. Add pasta water until glossy.
6. Garnish and serve immediately.
Notes
Substitute honey with maple syrup for a vegan version.
Use udon for a chewier texture.
Store leftovers for up to 3 days in the fridge.