When I’m feeling lazy but still craving a comforting, flavourful bowl of noodle soup, this Gochugaru soup mixture is my go-to. It’s quick, easy, and incredibly satisfying. Plus, every time I share this recipe on social media, it goes viral!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This umami-packed soup base is a game-changer. It’s versatile enough to pair with noodles, udon, or dumplings, making it the perfect shortcut for an effortless meal at home. The key to its bold taste? Gochugaru, sizzling hot oil, garlic, and soy sauce, blended together for an addictive kick.
What is Gochugaru?
Gochugaru is a Korean chili powder made from sun-dried red chili peppers. With its vibrant red colour, smoky-sweet aroma, and mild to medium heat, it adds depth and warmth without being overpowering. Unlike regular chili flakes, it enhances dishes with a balanced spice, making it perfect for this soup base. You’ll often find it in kimchi, tteokbokki, and Korean stews (jjigae). I love its subtle heat and use it frequently in my cooking!
Why This Recipe Works
Quick & Easy: Ready in under 15 minutes with minimal effort.
Customizable: Adjust the spice level, swap out noodles, or add extra protein.
Viral-Worthy Dish: This recipe has been a social media hit, and once you try it, you’ll see why!
If you love a bit spicy, umami-packed soups, this Gochugaru soup mixture will become your new favourite!
You can also check out how I used this soup mixture to create different dishes:
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Noodles & Dumplings in Gochugaru Chilli Soup
Ingredients
- 3 pcs Frozen dumplings
- 1 pack Asian noodle I used Japanese somen
- 1 tbsp Gochugaru
- 1 tbsp finely chopped garlic
- 1 tbsp finely chopped spring onion
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 tsp vegetarian dashi powder (or MSG)
- 2-3 tbsp oil for sizzling
- Sprig onion, crispy fried shallots, and sesame seeds for garnishing
Instructions
- In a large heatproof bowl, combine Gochugaru, garlic, and spring onion.
- Heat 2-3 tbsp oil over medium high heat until it shimmers, then pour the hot oil over the Gochugaru mixture.
- Add the soy sauce, sugar and dashi powder to the Gochugaru mixture. Stir well until thoroughly combined. (feel free to taste and adjust the seasoning as desired.)
- In a pot of boiling water, cook the frozen dumplings and noodles until cooked through.
- Transfer the cooked noodles and dumplings to the bowl with the Gochugaru mixture. Add the reserved noodles cooking liquid and give it a mix.
- Garnish with spring onions, crispy shallots, and sesame seeds before serving.
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