Roasted swede ribbons with spicy gochujang dressing over rice noodles—bold, satisfying, and plant-based.
# 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 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted
06 - Fresh cilantro or coriander, for garnish
→ Noodles
07 - 8.8 ounces dried rice noodles
→ Gochujang Dressing
08 - 3 tablespoons gochujang (Korean chili paste)
09 - 1.5 tablespoons soy sauce
10 - 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
11 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
12 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
13 - 1 clove garlic, finely grated
14 - 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
15 - 0.5 teaspoon chili flakes (optional, for extra heat)
16 - 2 tablespoons water, to loosen
→ For Roasting
17 - 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
18 - 0.5 teaspoon salt
19 - 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
02 - Toss swede ribbons with vegetable oil, salt, and pepper. Spread evenly on a baking sheet. Roast for 25-30 minutes, turning halfway through, until golden and tender.
03 - Cook rice noodles according to package instructions. Drain, rinse with cold water, and set aside.
04 - In a bowl, whisk together gochujang, soy sauce, maple syrup, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, and chili flakes. Adjust water to achieve a pourable consistency.
05 - In a large mixing bowl, combine roasted swede, noodles, spring onions, carrot, and bean sprouts. Pour gochujang dressing over mixture and toss until thoroughly coated.
06 - Serve immediately, garnished with toasted sesame seeds and fresh cilantro.
