Craving something quick, warm, and comforting to eat? You’ve got to save and try this recipe! This is my most popular soup base blend recipe on Instagram, and every time I make it, it’s always a hit!
Versatile and Delicious
The best part about this gochugaru spice blend soup base is its versatility. I’ve used this blend in a variety of dishes, each one as delicious as the next:
- Noodles & Dumplings in Gochugaru Chilli Soup
- Black Rice Ramen in Gochugaru Chilli Soup
- Rice Paper Wonton in Gochugaru Chilli Soup
- Noodles & Bibigo Dumplings in Gochugaru Chilli Soup
And it definitely has more possibilities! This blend can transform any dish into a spicy, flavourful delight.
This gochugaru soup base is not only easy and quick to make, but it also packs a punch of flavour that can enhance a variety of dishes. Whether you’re making a simple bowl of udon or experimenting with other noodles and dumplings, this recipe is a go-to for a satisfying meal.
15-Minute Udon Noodles in Gochugaru Soup
Ingredients
- 1 pack of udon noodles (or any Asian noodles of your choice)
- Spring onion and sesame seeds for garnish
- 1 onsen egg (optional)
SOUP BASE BLEND
- 1 tbsp gochugaru (Korean chilli powder)
- 1 tbsp finely chopped garlic
- 1 tbsp finely sliced spring onion
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 tsp dashipowder (or MSG)
- 2-3 tbsp oil for sizzling
Instructions
- In a large heatproof bowl, combine gochugaru, garlic, and spring onion. Heat 2-3 tbsp oil until shimmering, then pour over the mixture.
- Add soy sauce, sugar, and dashi powder to the mixture and stir well.
- Cook the udon noodles in boiling water as per instructions.
- Add some noodles cooking water to the gochugaru mixture and mix well.
- Transfer cooked noodles to the bowl, top with onsen egg (optional), spring onions, and sesame seeds. Enjoy!
