Vegan Gochujang Noodles

These Vegan Gochujang Noodles are a flavorful and spicy dish that combines the rich, umami taste of gochujang with wholesome vegetables and noodles. Baked to perfection, they provide a satisfying meal that’s both comforting and energizing.

Ingredients

• Rice noodles - 200 grams
• Gochujang - 2 tablespoons
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Maple syrup - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Fresh ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• Bell pepper - 1 medium, sliced
• Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
• Snap peas - 100 grams, trimmed
• Green onions - 2, chopped
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon, for garnish
• Fresh cilantro - a handful, for garnish

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. Cook the rice noodles according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
3. In a large mixing bowl, combine gochujang, soy sauce, maple syrup, sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Mix well to create the sauce.
4. Add the cooked noodles, sliced bell pepper, julienned carrot, and snap peas to the bowl with the sauce. Toss everything together until evenly coated.
5. Transfer the noodle mixture to a baking dish and spread it out evenly.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
7. Remove from the oven and garnish with chopped green onions, sesame seeds, and fresh cilantro before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 400
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 75 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 8 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from vegetables.
• Provides a good source of fiber to support digestion.

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