Description
This easy Kimchi Noodles recipe combines the bold flavors of kimchi with chewy noodles and a savory-spicy sauce for a delicious and satisfying meal. Perfect for a quick lunch or dinner!
Ingredients
Scale
Noodles:
- 8 ounces noodles (ramen, udon, or rice noodles)
Seasonings:
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 cup kimchi (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon kimchi juice (optional, for extra flavor)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1 teaspoon honey or sugar
- 1 green onion (sliced)
Garnish:
- 1 soft-boiled egg (optional, for serving)
- sesame seeds and additional green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the Noodles: Cook the noodles according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
- Sauté Aromatics: In a large skillet or wok, heat sesame oil over medium heat. Add the garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add Kimchi: Stir in the chopped kimchi and cook until warmed through and slightly caramelized.
- Make the Sauce: Add soy sauce, gochujang, honey, and kimchi juice. Toss in the cooked noodles and stir well to coat.
- Finish and Serve: Cook for a few more minutes, then serve hot topped with green onions, sesame seeds, and a soft-boiled egg if desired.
Notes
- Adjust the gochujang to your spice preference.
- You can add cooked shrimp, tofu, or chicken for extra protein.
- For gluten-free, use tamari and rice noodles.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Korean-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
