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Spicy Noodles with Korean Corn Cheese

Spicy Noodles with Korean Corn Cheese

Chewy noodles in a sweet-heat gochujang sauce, crowned with bubbly Korean corn cheese. Fast, cozy, and wildly craveable.
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 2

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 6 oz dried ramen noodles
  • 1.5 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tsp brown sugar
  • 1 tsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
  • 2 tsp minced garlic
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 cup canned sweet corn, drained
  • 3 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 3 tbsp whole milk
  • 1.25 cup shredded low-moisture mozzarella
  • 2 tbsp sliced green onions plus extra for serving, if you like
  • 0.5 tsp gochugaru (Korean red pepper flakes) optional
  • 0.25 tsp kosher salt
  • 0.25 tsp ground black pepper

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Boil the noodles in salted water until just tender. Reserve a splash of cooking water, then drain.
  • Whisk gochujang, soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, and sesame oil in a small bowl.
  • Melt butter in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
  • Stir in corn, mayonnaise, milk, salt, pepper, and gochugaru. Simmer 2–3 minutes until creamy.
  • Scatter mozzarella over the corn mixture. Cover until melted and bubbly, 2–3 minutes (or broil briefly).
  • Toss hot noodles with the sauce. Add a spoonful of cooking water if needed to coat.
  • Pile noodles into bowls and spoon the cheesy corn on top. Finish with green onions and serve hot.

Notes

Variation: Swap ramen for udon or spaghetti. Add crispy bacon or sautéed jalapeño for a smoky kick. Tip: For extra char, broil the corn cheese in a small cast-iron skillet before topping the noodles. Store noodles and corn cheese separately up to 2 days; reheat gently and combine before serving.
This recipe is an original creation inspired by classic Spicy Noodles with Korean Corn Cheese flavors. All ingredient ratios and instructions are independently developed.