Spicy Fish Cake Udon: A Hearty Lunch & Perfect Camping Meal!
Spicy Fish Cake Udon: Simple, Hearty Lunch for One, and Great for Camping!
Have you had lunch yet? I was pondering what to eat… and ended up making spicy fish cake udon. I considered cold bibim guksu, but decided ‘fight heat with heat!’ and made this spicy udon. Honestly, my house is cool… haha. It’s only June, after all, and the inside shouldn’t be hot~ ^^ After eating, I thought this would be perfect for camping right now, as it’s prime camping season! It’s so simple yet satisfying, making it a great solo meal option or a fantastic dish to enjoy outdoors.
Ingredients
- 1 packet Dadam Budae Jjigae Sauce (for Korean Army Stew)
- 1 serving Udon Noodles
- 2 sheets Fish Cakes (Eomuk)
- 1 handful Bean Sprouts
- A little Green Onion
Additional Ingredients
- 1 Egg
- 1 piece Crab Stick (Kani Kama)
- 1 Egg
- 1 piece Crab Stick (Kani Kama)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
This is the secret to the spicy and deep broth: ‘Dadam Budae Jjigae Sauce’. With just this one sauce packet, you can easily and deliciously make a wonderful fish cake udon at home or even at a campsite, without needing any other complicated seasonings. Enjoy the rich flavor without the fuss.
Step 2
Cut the square fish cakes into bite-sized pieces, similar to udon noodles for easier eating. Wash a handful of bean sprouts thoroughly. Adding bean sprouts will make the broth even more refreshing and clean-tasting.
Step 3
Prepare the udon noodles for a chewy texture. For optional additions, we have a soft egg and the savory crab sticks to add richness. Feel free to add other ingredients you like!
Step 4
Pour 700ml (about 3.5 cups) of water into a pot. Add the entire packet of ‘Dadam Budae Jjigae Sauce’ and dissolve it completely in the water. I used only one serving of udon noodles since I’m eating alone, but you can easily make a 2-serving portion by adjusting the sauce and water quantities.
Step 5
Once the water comes to a rolling boil, add the sliced fish cakes. The fish cakes will absorb the broth’s flavor, making it even richer and more delicious.
Step 6
Now, add the udon noodles. Gently separate the noodles as they cook to prevent them from sticking together.
Step 7
When the udon noodles are somewhat cooked, add the handful of bean sprouts for a refreshing taste. Simmer for a little longer after adding the bean sprouts to enjoy their crisp texture and the refreshing broth.
Step 8
Finally, once the soup is bubbling and delicious, turn off the heat and serve in a bowl. For an even more satisfying meal, garnish with chopped green onions or serve with the egg and crab sticks. Enjoy your hearty and flavorful fish cake udon!
