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Bowl of spicy Gochujang noodles garnished with green onions and sesame seeds.

Spicy Gochujang Noodles

A quick and flavorful dish made with gochujang and noodles, perfect for busy weeknights or casual dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Korean
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the sauce
  • 1/4 cup Korean gochujang This spicy-sweet paste forms the base of our sauce.
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce Low-sodium soy sauce is a good alternative.
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil You can swap it with olive oil for a different profile.
  • 1 teaspoon honey (optional) Maple syrup serves as a vegan alternative.
  • 1/2 lime juice from Lemon juice works too.
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced, optional) Skip if you prefer a milder taste.
Main ingredients
  • 8 ounces noodles (rice, flour, egg, or ramen) Choose your favorite; gluten-free noodles can be utilized for a gluten-free dish.
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil Any neutral oil works well.
  • 1 large bell pepper (chopped) Feel free to use any colorful pepper.
  • 3-4 pieces spicy chilies (chopped) Adjust to your heat preference; omit for a milder dish.
For garnish
  • Fresh chopped scallions/green onion Brightens the presentation; add cilantro if desired.
  • Toasted sesame seeds Offers appealing texture; nuts can be an alternative.
  • Red pepper flakes For an extra kick; skip if you don’t want additional heat.
  • Lime wedges A vibrant accessory for serving.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Whisk together the gochujang, soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, lime juice, and minced garlic in a small bowl. Set aside.
  2. Boil the noodles according to package directions until done, about 4-5 minutes. Drain and transfer to a lightly oiled bowl, tossing to coat.
Cooking
  1. Heat the vegetable oil in a wok or large pan over medium heat. Add the chopped chili peppers and sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
  2. Toss the boiled noodles into the pan and stir-fry for approximately 1 minute, allowing them to absorb the flavors of the oil and peppers.
  3. Stir in your prepared gochujang sauce, tossing everything together to evenly coat the noodles.
  4. Transfer to bowls and generously garnish with scallions, toasted sesame seeds, red pepper flakes, and lime wedges. Serve warm.
  5. If the sauce thickens too much, thin it out with a few tablespoons of water to achieve your desired consistency.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. You can freeze the sauce and noodles, keeping them separate.