Spicy & Hearty Kimchi Fish Cake Udon
Spicy & Hearty Kimchi Fish Cake Udon
As well-fermented kimchi truly shines this season, why not try a comforting bowl of Kimchi Fish Cake Udon, made with aged kimchi for a refreshingly deep flavor? It’s a delightful winter special where chewy noodles, savory fish cakes, and zesty kimchi come together perfectly.
Main Ingredients- Udon noodles, 2 servings
- Fish cakes, plenty (to your liking)
- Aged kimchi, a small amount (about 1/2 cup, finely chopped)
- Kimchi brine, 1 cup (approx. 200ml)
- Minced garlic, 1 tablespoon
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Let me introduce you to our incredibly satisfying Spicy & Hearty Kimchi Fish Cake Udon! This recipe uses aged kimchi to bring out a uniquely deep and comforting flavor.
Step 2
First, let’s prepare the udon noodles. Bring a pot of water to a boil and add the udon noodles. Cook them for about 3-5 minutes, or until they become translucent and tender. Stir them occasionally to prevent sticking.
Step 3
Once cooked, immediately rinse the udon noodles under cold running water several times. This step removes excess starch, resulting in wonderfully chewy and springy noodles. After rinsing, drain them thoroughly in a colander.
Step 4
Now, let’s create the flavorful broth. In a pot, combine 500ml of water with 2 cube broth packs (or use homemade anchovy-kelp broth). Once the water begins to boil, add the finely chopped aged kimchi and 1 cup of kimchi brine. Let it simmer for a few minutes. You can also add 1 tablespoon of minced garlic at this stage. Remember to adjust the amount of kimchi based on its sourness.
Step 5
Add a generous amount of sliced fish cakes to the simmering broth. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until the fish cakes are tender and have absorbed the broth’s delicious flavor. Taste the broth and season with 1 tablespoon of soup soy sauce if needed for an extra umami boost. (Adjust soy sauce based on the saltiness of your kimchi).
Step 6
Place the drained udon noodles into your serving bowl. Ladle the hot kimchi broth and fish cakes generously over the noodles.
Step 7
Pour enough broth to cover the noodles, allowing them to soak up all the wonderful flavors. The key to this udon is its perfectly chewy noodle texture. Enjoy your freshly made, piping hot Kimchi Fish Cake Udon!
Step 8
For an extra kick of spice, feel free to sprinkle a pinch of gochugaru (Korean chili flakes) on top, according to your preference. This will enhance the spicy and invigorating taste of the broth.
Step 9
And there you have it! Your delicious Kimchi Fish Cake Udon is ready. It makes for a perfectly hearty and warming meal.
