Kimchi Udon

Savory and spicy stir-fried udon noodles that are ready in under 15 minutes. This rich kimchi udon recipe features crispy bacon, flavorful kimchi, and thick udon noodles tossed in a spicy and addictive gochujang sauce.

Course Dinner, Lunch

Cuisine Asian Fusion, Korean

Keyword kimchi noodles, kimchi udon recipe, kimchi udon stir fry, kimchi udonnoodle, Korean stir fried noodles

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 10

Total Time 15

Servings servings

Calories 916kcal

Author Megan

Equipment

Ingredients

8 oz bacon thick cut
1 lb frozen udon
1 cup (200 g) kimchi chopped
2 tablespoons kimchi juice
1 ½ tablespoon gochujang
1 ½ tablespoon soy sauce
½ tablespoon fish sauce
½ tablespoon sugar
¼ cup water
½ tablespoon sesame oil to finish

Garnish

1-2 fried eggs
2 teaspon sesame seeds
2 stalks green onion sliced

Instructions

Prepare the udon. Heat a pot of hot water until it reaches a simmer. Cook the udon until just softened, about 1 minute or according to the package instructions.
Cook the bacon. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon on both sides until golden brown and crispy. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate and set aside.
Cook the kimchi. Heat 1 tablespoon of cooking oil in a medium skillet over medium heat until hot. Add the chopped kimchi and cook until just wilted about 1-2 minutes.
Add sauce. In a small mixing bowl, add the kimchi juice, gochujang, soy sauce, fish sauce, sugar, and water and mix until combined. Pour into the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and reduces.
Add bacon and udon. Add the bacon and udon noodles and toss together until the noodles are evenly coated. Remove from heat and finish with sesame oil.
Serve. Serve in individual bowls and garnish with a fried egg, sesame seeds, and green onion. Enjoy!

Notes

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