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Creamy Gochujang Udon Noodles Recipe

Creamy Gochujang Udon Noodles Recipe

Chewy udon noodles tossed in a silky gochujang cream sauce with garlic and mushrooms. Cozy, creamy, and ready fast.
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Total Time: 22 minutes
Servings: 2

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 14 oz udon noodles, fresh or frozen Use two bricks if frozen
  • 1 tbsp neutral oil such as canola or vegetable
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 cup sliced mushrooms cremini or button
  • 2 tsp minced garlic
  • 2.5 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste) adjust for heat
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce low-sodium preferred
  • 1 tbsp mirin
  • 1 tsp honey or sugar
  • 0.33 cup chicken broth low-sodium
  • 0.66 cup heavy cream
  • 2 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 tsp rice vinegar for brightness
  • 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
  • 0.25 cup thinly sliced green onions plus extra for garnish
  • 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds for garnish
  • 0.25 tsp kosher salt plus more to taste
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Boil a large pot of salted water. Cook udon until just tender, reserving 1/2 cup cooking water. Drain.
  • Heat oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high. Add mushrooms, salt, and pepper. Sauté until browned, 4–5 minutes.
  • Stir in garlic and cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
  • Whisk in gochujang, soy sauce, mirin, and honey. Cook 1 minute to bloom the paste.
  • Pour in broth and heavy cream. Simmer 2–3 minutes, stirring, until slightly thickened.
  • Add cream cheese. Stir until fully melted and the sauce is smooth.
  • Toss in drained udon. Add a splash of cooking water if needed so the sauce coats the noodles.
  • Finish with sesame oil, rice vinegar, and green onions. Sprinkle sesame seeds and adjust seasoning. Serve hot.

Notes

Variations: Add crispy bacon, sautéed shrimp, or baby spinach. For dairy-free, swap heavy cream and cream cheese with full-fat coconut milk and a little cashew butter.
Storage: Refrigerate leftovers up to 3 days. Reheat gently with a splash of broth or water to loosen the sauce.
This recipe is an original creation inspired by classic Creamy Gochujang Udon Noodles Recipe flavors. All ingredient ratios and instructions are independently developed.