Gochujang Butter Noodles| Easy noodles recipe ready in 20 minutes

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Introduction

If you’re craving something that’s bold, buttery, and just a little fiery — but don’t want to spend hours in the kitchen — you’re going to love these Gochujang Butter Noodles. It’s the kind of dish that’s taken over TikToks, Reels, and home kitchens, and for good reason: a simple emulsion of melted butter, gochujang, garlic, and soy sauce turns plain noodles into a rich, glossy, spicy masterpiece.

Whether you're cooking for a quick weeknight dinner or making something fun for your blog readers, this recipe delivers on flavor without complicated steps. Let’s dive in.



 

Ingredients

For 2 servings (you can scale up):

  • 200g noodles (ramen / spaghetti / any long noodle)

  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter

  • 1.5 – 2 tablespoons gochujang (Korean red chili paste) — adjust to spice preference

  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce

  • 1 teaspoon honey (optional, for a touch of sweetness)

  • 2 garlic cloves, finely minced

  • 1 tablespoon water (or more, to loosen the sauce)

  • A pinch of salt (if needed)

  • Sesame seeds & chopped scallions (for garnish)

  • Optional: fried egg or shredded chicken / tofu as a topping

Instructions

  1. Cook the noodles

    • Boil a pot of water in a thick bottom glass pan. Cook the noodles according to the packet instructions until al dente.

    • Drain, reserve about 2 tablespoons of the noodle water, then set noodles aside.

  2. Make the sauce

    • In a pan over low-medium heat, melt the butter gently.

    • Add minced garlic and sauté for ~30 seconds until fragrant (don’t burn).

    • Stir in the gochujang and mix until it dissolves into the butter.

    • Add soy sauce and honey (if using), then pour in the reserved noodle water (or plain water) to loosen the sauce.

  3. Combine noodles and sauce

    • Add the cooked noodles into the pan with the sauce.

    • Toss really well so every strand gets coated in that glossy, spicy butter.

    • Taste and adjust — if you want it spicier, add a bit more gochujang; if it’s too intense, add a splash more water or butter.

  4. Serve

    • Plate the noodles.

    • Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped scallions.

    • Optional: top with a soft-fried egg or shredded chicken/tofu for extra richness and protein.

Tips & Variations

  • Make it vegan: Use a plant-based butter and add tofu instead of chicken.

  • Protein boost: Toss in shredded cooked chicken or pan-fried tofu.

  • Creamier twist: Add a tablespoon of heavy cream or cashew cream at the end.

  • Add crunch: Top with crushed peanuts or roasted sesame for texture.

  • Mix gochujang with a little tomato paste if pure gochujang is too spicy.

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