Step 1

Combine 2 tbsp mentaiko, soy sauce and mirin in a bowl. Mix together well and set aside.

Step 2

In a pot with boiling water, cook the udon noodles according to the package instructions.

Step 3

While the udon is cooking, heat a pan on the stove top over medium heat.

Step 4

Melt butter and add grated garlic. Cook for about 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.

Step 5

Add heavy cream, gochujang, kewpie mayo and mix together well.

Step 6

Toss in the cooked udon noodles, making sure the noodles are coated evenly with the sauce.

Step 7

Transfer the udon to the mentaiko mixture from earlier and mix until fully combined.

Step 8

Garnish with chopped scallions, nori strips and a dollop of roe.