Where can I find gochujang?

Gochujang has become increasingly popular in recent years. As a result, this fermented chili paste can be found in a variety of different places now. You may have luck finding it in local grocery store chains in the International aisle or in specialty stores like Trader Joe’s, Whole Foods and World Market. My favorite place to get gochujang is from local Asian markets like H-Mart that carry a variety of different high quality brands to try.

Is gochujang gluten-free?

Always read the label. Many brands do contain wheat, but there are versions that are gluten-free in the United States. If you have difficulty finding it, you can always try making it yourself using this gochujang recipe from Veggiekins .

Yes. The spice for the noodles comes from the gochujang and gochugaru in this recipe. You can adjust the spice by reducing the amount of gochujang paste or omitting the gochugaru.

How long do these noodles keep?

It’s best to enjoy these noodles immediately after being prepped. But, if you have leftovers, place the sauced noodles in an air tight container and place in the fridge to store for up to 2-3 days.

15 Minute Gochujang Noodles (Bibim Guksu)

Name: 15 Minute Gochujang Noodles (Bibim Guksu)
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: Korean Inspired
Ingredients: 2 tbsp gochujang; 2 tsp light brown sugar; 1 tbsp rice wine vinegar; 1 tbsp soy sauce; 1-2 tbsp maple syrup; 3 tbsp orange juice or apple juice; 2 cloves crushed garlic; 2 tsp gochugaru, optional; 175 g of wheat or rice noodles (about 2 servings worth of your favorite noodles); 1 1/2 cups frozen edamame, thawed; Vegetables of choice to serve with (cucumber, carrots, cabbage, etc); 2 tsp freshly ground toasted sesame seeds, optional; Herbs to garnish

Description

Savory, tangy, and sweet, these saucy Gochujang Noodles are full of flavor, but only take 15 minutes to make. The perfect easy weeknight dinner meal.

Ingredients

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Gochujang Sauce

2 tbsp gochujang
2 tsp light brown sugar
1 tbsp rice wine vinegar
1 tbsp soy sauce
1–2 tbsp maple syrup
3 tbsp orange juice or apple juice
2 cloves crushed garlic
2 tsp gochugaru, optional

Noodles

175 g of wheat or rice noodles (about 2 servings worth of your favorite noodles)
1 1/2 cups frozen edamame, thawed
Vegetables of choice to serve with (cucumber, carrots, cabbage, etc)
2 tsp freshly ground toasted sesame seeds, optional
Herbs to garnish

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Instructions

In a small bowl add the gochujang, sugar, vinegar, soy sauce, maple syrup, juice, garlic and gochugaru. Whisk everything together until well combined, then set aside to prepare the noodles.
Prepare the wheat or rice noodles according to package. Rinse the noodles under cold water to halt the cooking process and prevent noodles from sticking.
Place the noodles in a large bowl and coat with your sauce. Once coated serve in a bowl with your edamame, a side of vegetables of your choice and some ground sesame seeds along with any additional garnish you like.

Notes

Prepare the sauce first. Whisk everything together and set it to the side before prepping noodles or any additional proteins and veggies. This will help make everything come together faster.

Keep this recipe no cook, by using rice noodles. Just cover the noodles in a bowl with boiling water from a tea kettle, then cover the bowl and allow the noodles to sit until softened. Then rinse and drain to remove excess starch.

Reduce the spice by using less gochujang. Start with 1 tablespoon and work your way up based on your tolerance to spicy food.

Pair the noodles with any protein or veggies you like. If you’re feeling low energy, opt for easy proteins like beans or if you feel like doing some extra cooking, enjoy with some cooked tofu or seitan.