These lively, piquant stir-fried noodles embody the easy spirit of pantry-led weeknight cooking. Store-bought Thai red curry paste is a versatile and time-saving flavor shortcut; here it is used as a punchy seasoning for chubby udon noodles, instantly imparting a rich savoriness and sharp spice, alo
ng with a complex aroma. Curry pastes come in many heat and salt levels, so add more (or less), to your preference; green or yellow curry pastes can also be used here but adjust the amount accordingly. Spinach adds freshness to the noodles, but it can be easily subbed with other leafy greens such as sliced bok choy, Chinese broccoli, kale or chard. ...read more read less