Spicy Kimchi and Fish Cake Udon
A Hearty and Comforting Kimchi Fish Cake Udon Recipe for Chilly Days
Warm up with a soul-soothing bowl of our Spicy Kimchi and Fish Cake Udon! This delightful dish features a rich, invigorating broth made with well-fermented kimchi, paired with chewy fish cakes and tender udon noodles. It’s the perfect comforting meal to chase away the cold, offering a burst of flavor that will invigorate your senses. Simple to make yet incredibly satisfying, this udon is an ideal choice for a quick and delicious meal. Let’s get cooking!
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup ripe kimchi (approx. 150g), finely chopped
- 1 serving udon noodles (frozen or fresh, approx. 200g)
- 2 sheets of fish cake, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 500ml water (approx. 2.5 cups)
- 1 bouillon cube or 1 tsp powdered broth mix
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare the kimchi. Measure about 1 cup of well-fermented kimchi. Drain some of the kimchi juice, then finely chop the kimchi. If your kimchi is very sour, adding a little sugar will help balance the flavor.
Step 2
Take a deep pot or pan and lightly grease it with cooking oil. Preheat over medium-low heat.
Step 3
Add the chopped kimchi and 1 tsp of sugar to the preheated pan. Sauté for about 2-3 minutes until the kimchi softens. The sugar helps to remove any bitterness from the kimchi and enhances its savory flavor.
Step 4
Once the kimchi is somewhat sautéed, add 1 tbsp of gochugaru and stir-fry for another minute. This step helps to cook out the raw taste of the chili powder and deepens the broth’s color.
Step 5
Now, pour in 500ml of water (about 2.5 cups) and add 1 bouillon cube or 1 tsp of powdered broth mix. This forms the base of your flavorful broth.
Step 6
Once the broth comes to a boil, add 1 tbsp of soup soy sauce and 2-3 tbsp of tsuyu. If you don’t have tsuyu, you can use regular soy sauce. Taste the broth and adjust the amount of soy sauce and tsuyu to your preference. For a spicier kick, you can add more gochugaru at this stage.
Step 7
While the broth is simmering, cut the 2 sheets of fish cake into strips about 1cm wide and add them to the pot. The fish cakes will absorb the delicious broth, adding more flavor.
Step 8
Once the fish cakes have cooked slightly, add the udon noodles. Gently separate the noodles to prevent them from sticking together and continue to boil for about 2-3 minutes, or until the noodles are cooked through.
Step 9
Finally, add the optional sliced green and red chili peppers. The green chili adds heat, while the red chili provides a vibrant color. Feel free to omit these if you prefer.
Step 10
Add the diagonally sliced green onions generously. Let everything simmer together for a moment to allow the flavors to meld beautifully. The green onions add a fresh aromatic quality to the broth.
Step 11
And there you have it – your delicious and comforting Kimchi Fish Cake Udon is ready! Serve it hot and enjoy this wonderfully satisfying meal, perfect for any time you need a warm embrace in a bowl. It’s a fantastic remedy for a cold day!
