Description
A comforting dish featuring udon noodles coated in buttery kimchi goodness, topped with a silky soft-boiled egg.
Ingredients
- Udon noodles (fresh or dried)
- Butter
- Kimchi (homemade or store-bought)
- Soy sauce
- Soft-boiled eggs
- Garlic (fresh, minced)
- Green onions (sliced)
- Sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients: Start by boiling water for the udon. While that’s happening, chop your kimchi, garlic, and green onions.
- Cook the udon noodles: Once the water is bubbling, add the udon noodles and cook according to package instructions, usually around 8-10 minutes for fresh noodles. Once done, drain and set aside.
- Sauté aromatics: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, around 1-2 minutes.
- Add the kimchi: Stir in the chopped kimchi, letting it sauté briefly.
- Combine noodles: Add the drained udon noodles to the skillet. Pour in a splash of soy sauce and toss everything together.
- Prepare the soft-boiled eggs: Boil a separate pot of water. Gently place your eggs in, cooking for exactly 6-7 minutes.
- Serve: Divide your udon into bowls, topping each with a soft-boiled egg. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.
- Enjoy: Gather your loved ones and delight in each flavorful bite.
Notes
This dish is versatile; feel free to substitute udon with egg noodles or soba noodles, and add proteins like chicken or tofu for variation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 190mg
Keywords: kimchi, udon, soft-boiled egg, Asian cuisine, comfort food