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Spicy Gochujang Noodles

Spicy Gochujang Noodles: Your New Favorite Quick Meal

Spicy Gochujang Noodles elevate instant ramen to new heights with creamy peanut butter and bold flavors.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 2 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Noodles
  • 1 pack Instant Ramen Noodles Any type will work, including udon for a thicker bite.
For the Flavor Base
  • 2 cloves Finely-minced Garlic Use garlic powder as a substitute.
  • 1 tbsp Gochugaru Crushed red chili flakes can be a substitute.
  • 3 tbsp Sesame Oil Best oil for flavor.
  • 2 tbsp Gochujang (Red Chili Paste) Red chili paste can be a substitute.
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 3 tbsp Smooth Peanut Butter For nut-free options, use tahini or omit.
  • 1 tbsp Rice Vinegar Apple cider vinegar can be used as a substitute.
  • 2 tbsp Light Soy Sauce Tamari is a great gluten-free alternative.
  • 1 tbsp Brown Sugar Maple syrup can be a refined sugar-free alternative.
For the Garnish
  • 2 tbsp Chopped Spring Onions Chives can be a substitute.
  • 1 tbsp Sesame Seeds Optional, but recommended for texture.
  • 1 tbsp Lime Juice Lemon juice is an acceptable substitute.

Equipment

  • Pot
  • mixing bowl
  • small pan

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Cook the instant ramen noodles according to package instructions in boiling water for about 3–4 minutes. Drain and reserve a splash of water.
  2. In a heat-proof bowl, combine the garlic, gochugaru, sesame seeds, and spring onions.
  3. Gently heat sesame oil in a small pan over medium heat, then pour over the chili-garlic mixture.
  4. In the same bowl, whisk together gochujang, peanut butter, rice vinegar, soy sauce, lime juice, and brown sugar.
  5. Add cooked noodles to the sauce and toss to coat. Adjust with reserved noodle water if too thick.
  6. Transfer to serving bowls and garnish with more spring onions and sesame seeds. Serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 12gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 1200mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Adjust peanut butter and lime according to taste. Add quick-cooking vegetables during noodle cooking for extra nutrition.

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