Description
A quick and spicy udon stir fry with creamy gochujang sauce, packed with bold flavors and ready in under 20 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz fresh or frozen udon noodles
- 2 tablespoons gochujang (Korean red chili paste)
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon honey (or brown sugar)
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1 egg yolk (optional, for serving)
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- Grated Parmesan or cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Cook udon noodles according to package directions. Drain and set aside, being careful not to overcook.
- In a small bowl, whisk together gochujang, soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, garlic, and ginger until smooth.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet or wok over medium heat. Add sauce and cook for 1–2 minutes until aromatic.
- Add noodles and toss to coat evenly. Cook for another 2–3 minutes to absorb the sauce.
- Transfer to a serving bowl. Top with green onions, sesame seeds, and Parmesan if using.
- Optional: Place a raw egg yolk in the center for extra creaminess. Mix in before eating.
Notes
Adjust spice level by reducing gochujang. Substitute udon with spaghetti or ramen if needed. Use pasteurized egg yolk or a soft-boiled egg for a safer option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stir Fry
- Cuisine: Korean Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 70g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: gochujang, udon, noodles, stir fry, spicy, quick dinner