Lara Lee’s Noodle Glow Up | Studio 10

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

kimchi

🥗Healthier: sauerkraut

💰Cheaper: pickled vegetables

Sauerkraut offers a similar tangy flavor with less spice.

tofu

🥗Healthier: tempeh

💰Cheaper: cooked chicken

Tempeh is a protein-rich alternative, while chicken is often less expensive.

noodles

🥗Healthier: zucchini noodles

💰Cheaper: spaghetti

Zucchini noodles reduce carbs, while spaghetti is a budget-friendly option.

Boil water in a large pot and cook noodles until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.

Drain noodles and set aside, reserving a bit of pasta water.

Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Add chopped onion and garlic, sauté until fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.

Stir in kimchi and cook for another 3-4 minutes until heated through.

Add cooked noodles to the skillet, tossing to combine with kimchi mixture.

Pour in soy sauce and sesame oil, mixing well to coat noodles evenly.

Add cheese gradually, stirring until melted and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.

If the mixture is too thick, add reserved pasta water a little at a time until desired consistency.

Fold in chopped green onions, carrots, and cabbage, cooking for an additional 2 minutes.

Taste and adjust seasoning with black pepper if needed.

Serve hot, garnished with sesame seeds and an optional fried egg on top.

Cooking Techniques

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