Spicy Gochujang Noodle Soup Recipe
A quick and flavorful Spicy Gochujang Noodle Soup that comes together in just 10 minutes, combining the rich, spicy depth of Korean gochujang with savory broth and tender noodles. Perfect for a comforting meal with a hint of heat and umami.
- Author: Mary
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Korean-inspired
Soup Base
- 1 clove garlic, crushed/minced/grated
- 1 stalk green onion, diced/minced (white and green parts separated)
- 1 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1 tsp sugar
- 2 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1/2 tbsp light soy sauce
- 1/2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1.5 cups chicken, beef, or vegetable broth
Other Ingredients
- 1 serving noodles (such as ramen or udon)
- 1 hard boiled or jammy egg
- Sesame seeds, for garnish
- Chili oil, to taste
- Prepare the Aromatics: Begin by crushing or mincing one clove of garlic and separating the white and green parts of one stalk of green onion, dicing both parts finely. These aromatics form the flavorful foundation of your soup.
- Mix the Soup Base: In a pot or deep pan over medium heat, combine the gochujang, sugar, oyster sauce, light soy sauce, and rice vinegar. Stir these ingredients together until smooth and fragrant to create the rich, spicy base of the soup.
- Add Broth and Aromatics: Pour 1.5 cups of your choice of chicken, beef, or vegetable broth into the pot. Add the minced garlic and the white parts of the green onion. Stir gently and bring to a simmer, allowing the flavors to meld for about 3-4 minutes.
- Cook the Noodles: While the base simmers, cook your noodles separately according to the package instructions until tender. Drain and set aside.
- Combine Noodles with Soup Base: Add the cooked noodles directly into the simmering soup base. Stir gently to combine and warm the noodles through for 1-2 minutes.
- Serve and Garnish: Pour the noodle soup into a serving bowl. Top with a halved hard boiled or jammy egg, sprinkle with sesame seeds, and drizzle chili oil to taste. Finish with the green parts of the diced green onion for freshness and color.
Notes
- Use any type of noodles you prefer – ramen, udon, or even rice noodles work well.
- Adjust the amount of chili oil and gochujang to control the spiciness.
- Oyster sauce can be substituted with a vegetarian mushroom sauce for a vegan version.
- Jammy eggs add a creamy texture, but hard-boiled eggs also provide a nice protein boost.
- For additional veggies, consider adding spinach or bok choy during the broth simmer step.
Keywords: spicy noodle soup, gochujang soup, quick Korean soup, easy noodle soup, 10-minute soup