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Kimchi Udon (Korean Spicy Kimchi Udon Soup, 김치우동)
Category: Authentic Korean Dishes🕒 10 mins🍽️ 1 servings
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How I cook this at home
I keep this recipe practical for everyday cooking: clear steps, linked ingredients, and small notes from my kitchen so you can make it realistically in Germany too.
My notes for this recipe
Korean cuisine incorporates kimchi in countless dishes. Today, I’d like to introduce you to a comforting bowl of kimchi udon—perfect for those chilly, rainy days when you want something warm to soothe your soul. Udon is originally a Japanese dish, but because of the proximity between Japan and Korea, many dishes have been adapted into fusion versions that suit each country’s unique palate.
The combination of kimchi and udon creates a slightly spicy yet refreshing taste—it’s not as spicy as Korean Shin Ramyun but delivers a heartwarming flavor that’s just right.
Quick tips
- Read the ingredients and steps once before you start.
- Prepare the sauce, vegetables, and toppings first so cooking feels calmer.
- Adjust the final flavor gently with soy sauce, salt, sugar, or sesame oil.
Instructions
Boil the water:
Pour 500ml of water into a pot and bring it to a boil.
Add ingredients:
Once the water is boiling, add the chicken stock, tsuyu, minced garlic, and chopped kimchi. If you have fish cake, add it as well—it enhances the flavor.
Cook the udon noodles:
When the broth starts boiling, add the udon noodles. Most udon packages recommend boiling for about 3 minutes. Here's a tip: Do not forcefully pull apart stuck noodles. Once added to boiling water, let the noodles sit for about 1 minute, then gently separate them using chopsticks or a fork.
Add finishing touches:
If you have mitsuba, add it now for an authentic touch. If not, you can slice some green onion and add it for a similar effect.
Serve:
After 3 minutes, your delicious kimchi udon is ready to enjoy! It’s warm, comforting, and will leave you feeling satisfied. Enjoy your meal! 😊
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Small questions that often come up
Can beginners make this recipe?
Yes. Read through the steps once and prepare the ingredients first. That makes the recipe much easier to follow.
Where can I find Korean ingredients?
Asian grocery stores, Korean online shops, and larger supermarkets with an Asian section are usually the easiest places to start.