Vegetarian Spicy Buldak Noodles

Transform your dinner routine with these irresistible Vegetarian Spicy Buldak Noodles, a fiery twist on the popular Korean dish that's perfect for spice lovers and plant-based eaters alike. This recipe combines chewy vegetarian-friendly ramen noodles with a bold, sweet-and-spicy sauce made from gochujang, gochugaru, soy sauce, and brown sugar. Golden pan-fried tofu adds protein and texture, while a fragrant hit of garlic and sesame oil keeps every bite mouthwatering. Garnished with fresh green onions, toasted sesame seeds, and shredded nori, this quick and easy 25-minute recipe is packed with flavor and loaded with authentic Korean-inspired flair. Whether you're craving a comforting weeknight meal or a fiery main course to impress guests, these vegetarian spicy noodles deliver big on taste with minimal effort.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 200 grams dried ramen noodles (vegetarian-friendly)
• 2 tablespoons gochujang (Korean chili paste)
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 2 cloves garlic cloves (minced)
• 1 teaspoon gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
• 100 milliliters plant-based vegetable broth
• 200 grams firm tofu (cubed)
• 1 tablespoon neutral cooking oil
• 2 stalks green onions (chopped)
• 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
• 1 sheet nori (seaweed sheets, finely shredded)

Directions

Step 1

Cook the dried ramen noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

In a small mixing bowl, combine gochujang, soy sauce, sesame oil, brown sugar, minced garlic, and gochugaru. Stir well until it forms a smooth sauce.

Step 3

Heat the cooking oil in a large pan or wok over medium heat. Add the cubed tofu and cook until golden on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and set aside.

Step 4

In the same pan, pour in the prepared sauce and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the vegetable broth to the pan and stir to incorporate the sauce into a cohesive mixture.

Step 6

Toss the cooked ramen noodles into the pan, ensuring they are evenly coated with the spicy sauce.

Step 7

Add the cooked tofu back into the pan and gently toss to combine with the noodles.

Step 8

Serve immediately, garnished with chopped green onions, toasted sesame seeds, and shredded nori.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(644.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1604.8

Total Fat 80.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 23.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.9g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4925.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 170.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.5g	0%
Total Sugars 22.2g
Protein 57.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1519.4mg	0%
Iron 16.3mg	0%
Potassium 1210.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 44.1%

Protein: 14.1%

Carbs: 41.8%