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Easy Buldak Ramen Recipe

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This easy buldak ramen recipe is a fiery, creamy, and cheesy twist on Korean spicy chicken noodles. Made with instant ramen, gochujang, and melted cheese, it’s the perfect quick meal for spice lovers. Ready in under 15 minutes!

Ingredients

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  • 1 pack spicy ramen (like Samyang Buldak Ramen)

  • ½ tablespoon gochujang (Korean chili paste)

  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce

  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar

  • 2 tablespoons water (extra, for the sauce)

  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil

  • ¼ cup shredded mozzarella cheese

  • 1 green onion, chopped (for garnish)

  • Optional: 1 boiled or fried egg, sesame seeds, or crushed seaweed for topping

Instructions

  • Cook ramen noodles according to package instructions, but discard most of the water, leaving about 2–3 tablespoons in the pot.

  • While noodles cook, in a small bowl mix gochujang, soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, and 2 tablespoons of water to make the sauce.

  • Drain the noodles, return to the pot, and stir in the sauce mixture and the buldak flavor packet (if using).

  • Stir over low heat until the sauce thickens slightly and coats the noodles.

  • Turn off the heat and sprinkle mozzarella cheese over the noodles. Cover for 1–2 minutes until melted.

  • Transfer to a bowl and top with green onions, sesame seeds, and an egg if desired.

Notes

  • Adjust gochujang to your spice level. Use less or skip the included spice packet for a milder version.

  • Add protein like grilled chicken, tofu, or beef to make it a full meal.

  • You can swap mozzarella for a mix of cheddar and mozzarella for extra flavor.