Firecracker Noodles Korean Spicy Gochujang Magic

Ingredients

• 8 ounces (225g) fresh or dried Udon noodles (or other Asian-style noodles like ramen or soba)
• 1 tablespoon (15ml) vegetable oil
• 1 cup (110g) sliced mushrooms (shiitake, cremini, or button)
• 1 cup (100g) thinly sliced bell peppers (any colour)
• ½ cup (50g) sliced green onions
• ½ cup (50g) protein of choice (thinly sliced cooked chicken, beef, or tofu) - Optional
• 2 tablespoons (30ml) gochujang (Korean chili paste)
• 1 tablespoon (15ml) soy sauce (low-sodium preferred)
• 1 tablespoon (15ml) rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon (15ml) honey or maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon (5ml) sesame oil
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• ½ teaspoon (2.5ml) grated ginger
• 1-2 tablespoons (15-30ml) water (to adjust consistency)
• 1/4 teaspoon (1.25ml) Gochugaru (Korean chili flakes) for extra heat - Optional
• Sesame seeds for garnish
• Chopped green onions for garnish
• Fried egg - Optional