Budae Jjigae Noodles

Budae Jjigae Noodles is a hearty Korean dish that combines chewy noodles with savory broth, packed with protein-rich ingredients like tofu and sausage. It's a comforting meal that's perfect for sharing, bursting with flavor and texture.

Ingredients

• Instant ramen noodles - 150 grams
• Korean spicy sausage (such as budae jjigae sausage) - 100 grams, sliced
• Firm tofu - 100 grams, cubed
• Kimchi - 100 grams, chopped
• Green onions - 2 stalks, sliced
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Gochujang (Korean red chili paste) - 2 tablespoons
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Chicken or vegetable broth - 500 ml
• Water - 500 ml
• Mushrooms (shiitake or enoki) - 100 grams, sliced
• Carrots - 1 medium, julienned
• Bean sprouts - 100 grams

Steps

1. In a large pot, heat the sesame oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
2. Add the sliced spicy sausage and cook until lightly browned.
3. Stir in the kimchi, carrots, and mushrooms, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes.
4. Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and water, then bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
5. Add the gochujang and soy sauce, stirring well to combine.
6. Once boiling, add the cubed tofu and allow it to simmer for about 5 minutes.
7. Add the instant ramen noodles and cook according to package instructions, typically around 3-4 minutes.
8. In the last minute of cooking, add the bean sprouts and sliced green onions.
9. Once the noodles are cooked, remove from heat and serve hot, garnished with additional green onions if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 550
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 70 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 1200 mg
• Cholesterol: 20 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from tofu and sausage, promoting muscle health.
• Contains probiotics from kimchi, aiding in digestive health.

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