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Samyang

Buldak Hot Chicken Flavor Ramen

Name: Buldak Hot Chicken Flavor Ramen
Brand: Samyang
SKU: samyang_buldak_original

The original extremely spicy stir-fried chicken noodle that started the viral fire noodle challenge.

Samyang Buldak Hot Chicken Flavor Ramen 140g (front pack shot)

General Information

Brand: Samyang
Name: Buldak Hot Chicken Flavor Ramen
Category: Pasta & Noodles

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$2.25

Product Highlights

The most important capabilities and tradeoffs at a glance.

Extra-Hot Spice Level

Designed with an extra-hot spice level for the signature fiery Buldak experience.

Soupless Stir-Fried Noodles

Features a soupless, stir-fried preparation rather than a broth-based noodle style.

Original Hot Chicken Flavor

The original hot chicken flavor noodle that started the viral fire noodle challenge.

Samyang Buldak Hot Chicken Flavor Ramen is an original extra-hot, soupless stir-fried noodle with hot chicken flavor, made in South Korea.

Media Reviews

Independent perspectives and scores from published reviews.

Noodle Journey8/10

Samyang Buldak Hot Chicken Ramen Review: The Original Spicy Challenge Stir-Fry | Noodle Journey Episode 16

The reviewer praises the noodles for their chewiness and quality, noting that the dish offers a complex flavor profile of soy, garlic, onion, and sweetness. While intense in spice, it is described as a solid, flavorful stir-fry option.

Noodle Journey

Instant Ramen4/5

Samyang Buldak Spicy Chicken Stir-Fried Ramen Review | Instant Ramen

The review highlights the balance between sweet and spicy flavors, noting the high quality of the noodles. It is recommended as a pantry staple for those with spice tolerance.

Lisa Nguyen

The Ramen Rater4/5

#5592: Samyang Buldak Original Spicy Ramen - United States

The reviewer notes that this US version is the least spicy and most savory iteration they have tried. Despite it being a different recipe than the original, the reviewer finds it tasty and appreciates the quality of the noodles and garnish.

The Ramen Rater

Slurp First Crunch Later

My honest Samyang Buldak Bokkeum Myun Review: Why We Ranked It 3rd! – Slurp First Crunch Later

The review emphasizes that the noodles are engineered for intensity and impact rather than balance, praising their unique concentrated stir-fry format.

Slurp First Crunch Later

Video Analysis

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