Gochujang Carbonara
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Gochujang Carbonara

Dive into a delicious blend of cultures with our Gochujang Carbonara! This mouthwatering dish combines creamy pasta with the spicy kick of gochujang, all brought together with crispy pancetta and a sprinkle of Parmesan. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with this irresistible fusion of Italian and Asian flavors!

quickfusionnoodles
nut-free

Prep

10

min

Cook

15

min

Serves

1

people

Level

intermediate

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

450

Protein

28g

Carbs

42g

Fat

15g

📝 Ingredients

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Shopping List

  • Korean udon
  • Egg yolks
  • Cream
  • Gochujang
  • Soy sauce
  • Sesame oil
  • Parmesan
  • Bacon
  • Salt
  • Pepper

👨‍🍳 Instructions

  1. 1

    Boil the Korean udon for one minute before al dente and save some of the water.

  2. 2

    Combine gochujang, soy sauce, sesame oil, egg yolks, cream, and Parmesan and mix thoroughly.

  3. 3

    Thinly slice the bacon and cook in a pan until crispy.

  4. 4

    Add the noodles and sauce to the pan, mix slightly, then add some reserved noodle water and cook until thickened.

  5. 5

    Place the noodles in a bowl and optionally garnish with more bacon, egg yolk, Parmesan, and black pepper.

💡 Pro Tips

  • Reserve more noodle water than you think you'll need to adjust the sauce consistency.
  • Use a non-stick pan for cooking bacon to prevent sticking and ensure even crispiness.
  • For a richer flavor, let the gochujang sauce sit for a few minutes before mixing it with the cream and egg yolks.
  • If you don't have Korean udon, you can substitute with spaghetti or fettuccine for a similar texture.
Cuisine: italian/korean