Korean Spaghetti

310 cal | 35 g protein | 20 g carbs | 9 g fat | 8 g fiber

Semi-healthy

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This is an abomination but it also tastes great. If you like Korean food and spaghetti, you’ll love this.

Serves: 4 | Cook Time: ~35 minutes

Ingredients

Proteins and Base

Vegetables

  • 2 cups kimchi, finely chopped (with brine)

  • 6–8 green onions, sliced

  • 1 cup carrot, diced or pulsed in food processor

  • 1 cup canned corn, drained

  • 2–4 jalapeños, sliced

Sauce

  • 2 tbsp dark soy sauce

  • 2 tbsp light or low-sodium soy sauce

  • 1 tbsp gochujang

  • 2 tsp sugar (divided)

  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar (divided)

  • 2 tbsp neutral oil (canola or avocado)

  • 4 tsp toasted sesame oil

  • ½ cup reserved pasta water

Toppings

  • 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds

  • Extra green onion for garnish

Steps

  1. Boil Pasta

  2. Sauté Vegetables

    • Heat 1 tbsp neutral oil in a large wok or sauté pan over medium-high heat.

    • Add carrot, jalapeño, and garlic (if using).

    • Stir-fry 2–3 minutes until fragrant.

  3. Add Kimchi

    • Add chopped kimchi.

    • Stir-fry 2–3 minutes until lightly browned and caramelized.

  4. Build the Sauce

    • Add both soy sauces, gochujang, 1 tsp sugar, and ½ tbsp rice vinegar.

    • Simmer 1–2 minutes until slightly thickened.

    • Add a splash of reserved pasta water to loosen and emulsify.

  5. Combine Everything

    • Add corn, spaghetti, and sliced grilled chicken to the pan.

    • Toss until everything is evenly coated.

    • Finish with remaining sugar, vinegar, and sesame oil to balance flavor.

  6. Finish and Serve

    • Fry or soft-scramble eggs to preference.

    • Plate spaghetti and top each serving with an egg, sesame seeds, and fresh green onion.

Notes

  • Add extra kimchi brine for more tang and color.

  • Chicken can be swapped with shrimp or tofu.

  • Fiber Gourmet pasta maintains authentic texture while cutting calories by over 50%.

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