Gochujang Swede Noodles (Printable)

Roasted swede ribbons and rice noodles coated in a delightful sweet, salty, and spicy gochujang dressing. A vibrant, easy main.

# What You Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 large swede (rutabaga), peeled and cut into thin ribbons or julienne
02 - 2 spring onions, thinly sliced
03 - 1 small carrot, julienned (optional)
04 - 1 cup bean sprouts (optional)
05 - 1 tbsp sesame seeds, toasted
06 - Fresh cilantro or coriander, for garnish

→ Noodles

07 - 8.8 oz dried rice noodles

→ Gochujang Dressing

08 - 3 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
09 - 1 ½ tbsp soy sauce
10 - 2 tbsp maple syrup or honey
11 - 1 tbsp rice vinegar
12 - 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
13 - 1 clove garlic, finely grated
14 - 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
15 - ½ tsp chili flakes (optional, for extra heat)
16 - 2 tbsp water, to loosen

→ For Roasting

17 - 2 tbsp vegetable oil
18 - ½ tsp salt
19 - ¼ tsp black pepper

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F.
02 - Toss swede ribbons with vegetable oil, salt, and pepper. Spread evenly on a baking sheet. Roast for 25–30 minutes, turning halfway, until golden and tender.
03 - Meanwhile, cook rice noodles according to package instructions. Drain, rinse with cold water, and set aside.
04 - In a bowl, whisk together all gochujang dressing ingredients. Adjust water to achieve a pourable consistency.
05 - In a large mixing bowl, combine roasted swede, noodles, spring onions, carrot, and bean sprouts. Pour over the gochujang dressing and toss until everything is well coated.
06 - Serve immediately, garnished with toasted sesame seeds and fresh cilantro.

# Expert Hints:

01 -
  • The way the roasted swede ribbons get all caramelized and sweet while the gochujang brings this deep, umami heat is absolutely addictive
  • It comes together faster than you can order takeout but tastes like something from a proper restaurant
02 -
  • Don't be tempted to skip roasting the swede— that step is what transforms it from bland root vegetable into something crave-worthy
  • Your rice noodles should be rinsed thoroughly under cold water after cooking or they'll keep absorbing sauce and turn into a sticky mess
03 -
  • Toast your sesame seeds in a dry pan until they're fragrant and starting to golden— the difference between toasted and raw sesame seeds is night and day
  • Let the roasted swede cool for about 5 minutes before tossing with the noodles so everything doesn't turn into a steaming mush
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