Spicy Korean Cold Noodles (25 Minutes)

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This delightful dish combines chewy noodles with a zesty and spicy sauce, garnished with pickled veggies and a perfectly boiled egg. The unique qualities of this dish lie in the harmonious blend of textures and the balance of heat and tanginess in the sauce. The combination of the cold noodles, the bold sauce, and the refreshing pickled vegetables creates a sensational dish that is loved for its invigorating flavors and satisfying crunch. Let’s begin!

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces of thin wheat noodles
  • 2 tablespoons gochujang (Korean red pepper paste)
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon honey or sugar
  • 2 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon grated ginger
  • 1/2 cup julienned cucumber
  • 1/2 cup julienned carrot
  • 1/4 cup julienned radish
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced
  • 2 hard-boiled eggs, halved
  • Optional: sliced jalapenos

Instructions

  1. Cook the noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and rinse them under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set them aside.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the gochujang, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey or sugar, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Stir well until the sauce is smooth and well incorporated.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine the julienned cucumber, carrot, and radish. Toss them together to mix.
  4. Divide the cold noodles into serving bowls. Pour the spicy sauce over the noodles and toss them gently to coat.
  5. Top the noodles with the pickled veggies, sliced green onions, and half of a hard-boiled egg.

Notes

Feel free to adjust the spiciness of the sauce to your preference by adding more or less gochujang. For extra tanginess, you can add a squeeze of fresh lime juice to the sauce. Consider adding other garnishes like toasted sesame seeds or chopped fresh cilantro for an additional burst of flavor and texture. Enjoy!

*Please keep in mind that the following nutritional information is based on estimates and can vary depending on the specific brands and ingredients used.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 9g
  • Sodium: 900mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Carbohydrates: 75g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 190mg

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