creamy gochujang noodles

This creamy gochujang pasta brings a Korean-inspired twist to your weeknight dinner. Gochujang’s unique blend of heat and sweetness, combined with rich heavy cream, creates a sauce that’s bold and exciting, but also comforting and indulgent. The addition of earthy mushrooms and Swiss chard adds texture and balance, making this dish satisfying without being overly heavy. As written, the recipe is vegetarian, but meat eaters can beef it up (pun intended) by adding their meat of choice. You can also easily adapt it to be dairy-free or gluten-free with simple swaps, making it as versatile as it is delicious. Best of all, it’s fast and satisfying—perfect for when you need something hearty but don’t have hours to spend in the kitchen.

Creamy Gochujang Pasta

noodles

oil (divided)

cremini mushrooms (sliced)

kosher salt

Swiss chard

garlic

gochujang

heavy cream

soy sauce

parmesan cheese (freshly grated)

Cook the noodles al dente in salted water, according to package directions. Drain, reserving 1 cup of the noodle cooking water.

In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of the oil over medium-high heat. Add the mushrooms and salt and cook, stirring occasionally, until they soften and begin to brown.

Add the chard and cook, stirring, until wilted, about 2 minutes more. Transfer the vegetables to a bowl or plate.

Add the remaining tablespoon of oil to the skillet and then add the garlic. Cook, stirring, for about 30 seconds. Add the gochujang and cook, stirring, for about 1 minute.

Stir in the cream and soy sauce and simmer until the mixture thickens a bit, 2 to 3 minutes. Add a splash of the reserved noodle cooking water to loosen the sauce a bit.

Add the drained pasta to the skillet and cook, tossing the noodles with tongs, Cok for about 2 more minutes, adding additional reserved pasta cooking water, a little at a time, to ensure the sauce coats the noodles well. Toss in the reserved chard and mushrooms and then stir in the Parmesan cheese.

Serve immediately, garnished with green onions, fried onions, crumbled bacon, or any other garnishes, as well as additional Parmesan cheese.

Gochujang Noodles with Bacon and Eggs combines a creamy and spicy gochujang sauce with crispy bacon and chewy noodles, all topped with a perfectly fried egg. It's a quick, satisfying dish perfect for any meal. Customize it to be dairy-free or gluten-free with simple substitutions.

Gochujang Noodles with Bacon and Eggs

dry noodles noodles

bacon

gochujang paste

lower-sodium soy sauce

eggs

green onions (thinly sliced for garnish)

Parmesan cheese (optional, for garnish)

Cook the noodles al dente in salted water, according to package directions. Drain, reserving 1 cup of the noodle-cooking water.

In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the bacon or pork belly, turning occasionally, until browned and crisp, about 5 minutes. Drain off any excess oil in the pan.

Heat a small saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the gochujang paste and garlic and cook, stirring, for about 1 minute. Add the cream and bring almost to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer until the sauce thickens, 2 to 3 minutes.

Stir in the soy sauce and add a splash of the reserved noodle cooking water to loosen the sauce a bit.

Meanwhile, drain any excess bacon fat from the skillet you used to cook it. Heat the skillet over medium-high heat and fry 4 eggs, either over easy or sunny side up, until done to your liking. Transfer the cooked eggs to a plate.

Add the drained pasta and the sauce to the skillet and cook over medium heat, tossing the noodles with tongs, Cook for about 2 more minutes, adding additional reserved pasta cooking water, a little at a time as needed, to ensure the sauce coats the noodles well. Add the bacon and toss to combine.

Divide the noodles among 4 serving bowls, top each with a fried egg, and garnish with the green onions. Top with Parmesan cheese, if desired and serve immediately.

Top 2 creamy gochujang noodles recipes from across the web

The most viewed creamy gochujang noodles recipes by Recipe Cart users, saved from over 6,000 sites. Or, go to our Recipe Search Engine

Top Tags

Creamy Gochujang Pasta

Gochujang Noodles with Bacon and Eg...

Top 2 creamy gochujang noodles recipes from across the web

The most viewed creamy gochujang noodles recipes by Recipe Cart users, saved from over 6,000 sites. Or, go to our Recipe Search Engineic_arrow_forward_48px

Top Tags

Creamy Gochujang Pasta

Gochujang Noodles with Bacon and Eg...

The most viewed creamy gochujang noodles recipes by Recipe Cart users, saved from over 6,000 sites. Or, go to our Recipe Search Engine