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Spicy Gochujang Noodle Soup

This Spicy Gochujang Noodle Soup is a fiery, umami-packed bowl that’s comforting and quick. With bold gochujang, aromatic garlic, sizzling oil, and a cozy broth, it delivers Korean-inspired flavor in under 20 minutes. Perfect for chilly evenings or whenever you're craving serious spice.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 1
Calories: 420
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Soup
  • 1 clove garlic crushed/minced/grated
  • 1 stalk green onion diced/minced – white and green parts separated
  • 1 tbsp gochujang
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 2 tbsp oyster sauce
  • 1/2 tbsp light soy sauce
  • 1/2 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1.5 cups chicken/beef/vegetable broth
Other Ingredients
  • 1 serving noodles
  • 1 hard-boiled or jammy egg
  • Sesame seeds
  • Chili oil

Method
 

  1. Boil noodles until tender, then drain and set aside.
  2. In a large heatproof bowl, combine garlic, green onion (white and green parts), and sugar.
  3. Heat neutral oil in a pot on high until smoking, then carefully pour it over the garlic mixture.
  4. Stir in gochujang, oyster sauce, soy sauce, and rice vinegar.
  5. Pour hot broth into the bowl and mix well.
  6. Add noodles and top with egg, sesame seeds, green onion (green part), and chili oil.
  7. See full steps with tips & photos → https://theboatshedcafe.com/spicy-gochujang-noodle-soup/

Notes

  • Adjust gochujang to taste—1 tbsp is bold but balanced.
  • Jammy eggs (6½–7 minutes boiled) work beautifully here.
  • A splash of toasted sesame oil adds depth if desired.