Description
Creamy Gochujang Udon Noodles are a quick, spicy-sweet, and savory fusion dish. Thick, chewy udon noodles are tossed in a silky gochujang cream sauce with garlic, shallots, and soy sauce for a comforting meal that’s ready in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
12 oz fresh or frozen udon noodles
2 tbsp unsalted butter (or neutral oil)
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 small shallot, finely chopped
3 tbsp gochujang paste
1 cup heavy cream (or coconut cream for dairy-free)
2 tbsp soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
1 tsp sugar or honey (optional, to balance heat)
1 tsp sesame oil (optional, for aroma)
2 tbsp reserved noodle water (as needed)
2 green onions, sliced thin
1 tsp toasted sesame seeds (for garnish)
1 soft-boiled egg, halved (optional topping)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of water to a boil and cook udon noodles according to package directions until just al dente. Drain and reserve ½ cup of noodle water.
In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add minced garlic and chopped shallot, sauté until fragrant and lightly golden.
Stir in gochujang paste, toasting for 30 seconds to deepen flavor.
Gradually pour in heavy cream, whisking to combine. Add soy sauce and sugar (if using). Simmer gently for 2–3 minutes, stirring often.
Add drained udon noodles to the skillet. Toss until evenly coated, adjusting sauce thickness with reserved noodle water as needed.
Drizzle with sesame oil if desired. Plate and garnish with green onions, sesame seeds, and a soft-boiled egg. Serve immediately.
Notes
Use full-fat coconut milk or cashew cream for a vegan or dairy-free version.
Adjust the gochujang amount to control the spice level.
Prepare toppings like protein (shrimp, chicken, or tofu) separately and toss them in with noodles.
For gluten-free, substitute tamari and use gluten-free noodles.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Korean-Japanese Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (½ of recipe)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 880 mg
- Fat: 26 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 60 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg