Elevate your weeknight meal with these bold and flavorful Kimchi Noodles, a spicy and umami-packed dish that’s ready in just 25 minutes! Combining the tangy kick of fermented kimchi with chewy wheat noodles, this recipe brings together the perfect balance of savory soy sauce, fragrant sesame oil, and a hint of sweetness. Sautéed garlic and scallions add aromatic depth, while the vibrant kimchi juice creates a rich, zesty sauce that coats every strand of noodle. Finished with toasted sesame seeds for a nutty crunch, this quick and easy dish is ideal for spice lovers and fans of Korean-inspired cuisine. Serve as a standalone meal or alongside your favorite protein for a complete, satisfying dinner! Keywords: Kimchi Noodles, easy Korean recipe, spicy noodles, kimchi pasta, quick weeknight dinner.
Bring 500 ml of water to a boil in a medium-sized pot.
Add 200 grams of dried wheat noodles to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions, usually about 5 to 7 minutes, until noodles are tender. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
While noodles are cooking, finely chop 150 grams of kimchi and set aside.
Mince 2 garlic cloves and slice the white and light green parts of the 2 scallions, setting both aside.
Once noodles are cooked, drain and rinse them under cold water to stop the cooking. Set aside.
Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large pan over medium heat.
Add minced garlic and sliced scallions to the pan and sauté for about 1 minute or until fragrant.
Add the chopped kimchi to the pan and stir-fry for 3 more minutes, allowing the kimchi to release its flavor.
Stir in 2 tablespoons of kimchi juice, 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, 1 teaspoon of sesame oil, and 1 teaspoon of sugar to the kimchi mixture. Combine well and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
Add the cooked noodles to the pan and toss everything together until the noodles are evenly coated with the kimchi sauce.
Transfer the kimchi noodles to serving plates and sprinkle with 1 tablespoon of sesame seeds.
Serve immediately, garnished with additional sliced scallions if desired.
Calories |
1086 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 35.9 g | 46% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.3 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1510 mg | 66% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 164.7 g | 60% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.1 g | 40% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.9 g | ||
| Protein | 30.0 g | 60% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 170 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 8.8 mg | 49% | |
| Potassium | 750 mg | 16% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.