Recipe
Korean Chili Chicken Noodles
Spicy-sweet Korean chili chicken tossed with glass noodles, cabbage, and spinach, finished with sesame oil and scallions.
Method
Prepare the Noodles
- 01Soak the glass noodles in warm water using the hottest setting from the tap.
Sear the Chicken
- 02Heat a large skillet over high heat with a thin layer of neutral oil.
- 03Add the chicken and cook until browned and lightly caramelized.
Build the Vegetable Base
- 04Add the onion and scallion whites to the pan.
- 05Cook until softened and fragrant.
- 06Add the cabbage and cook until just tender but not mushy.
Add the Sauce
- 07Add the gochujang, soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, and grated garlic to the pan.
- 08Stir to coat the chicken and vegetables evenly.
Add the Noodles
- 09Drain the soaked glass noodles and add them directly to the pan along with the water.
- 10Cook thoroughly, tossing aggressively until the noodles are evenly coated and glossy.
Finish and Serve
- 11Add the spinach and toss just until wilted, about 10–20 seconds.
- 12Drizzle with toasted sesame oil and toss to coat.
- 13Finish with scallion greens and optional Korean chili flakes and serve immediately.
Chef's note
- Brown sugar rounds out the heat without adding excessive sweetness.
- Add sesame oil off heat to preserve aroma.
- Gochugaru works best as a finishing spice rather than cooked into the sauce.




