Description
Fiery Spicy Korean Buldak Ramen is a bold and flavorful noodle dish featuring tender ramen noodles coated in a spicy buldak sauce made from gochujang, gochugaru, and savory seasonings. This quick 22-minute recipe is perfect for spice lovers looking for an authentic Korean-inspired meal that can be customized with melted mozzarella cheese and boiled eggs for added richness and texture.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 packs ramen noodles
- 2 tablespoons gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1 tablespoon gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 cup water
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
Optional Toppings
- 50 grams shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 pieces boiled eggs
Instructions
- Boil the noodles: Bring 3 cups of water to a rolling boil in a medium pot. Add ramen noodles and cook according to package instructions until just tender, usually about 3-4 minutes.
- Prepare the buldak sauce: While the noodles are cooking, combine gochujang, gochugaru, soy sauce, sesame oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, sugar, and 1/2 cup water in a small bowl. Mix well to create a smooth, spicy sauce.
- Drain the noodles: Drain the noodles but leave about 2 tablespoons of the cooking water in the pot to help loosen the sauce later.
- Combine noodles and sauce: Return the pot with noodles and reserved water to low heat. Pour in the buldak sauce and stir continuously to coat the noodles evenly with the rich, spicy sauce.
- Add cheese (optional): If using mozzarella cheese, sprinkle it over the coated noodles and cover the pot with a lid. Let it sit for 1–2 minutes on low heat to allow the cheese to melt thoroughly.
- Serve and garnish: Transfer the coated noodles to serving bowls. Top with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds. Optionally, garnish with boiled eggs for added protein and flavor.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of gochugaru and gochujang to control the spice level to your preference.
- Leaving some cooking water with the noodles helps create a silky sauce that clings better.
- Mozzarella cheese adds a creamy element that balances the heat but can be omitted for a purely spicy experience.
- Boiled eggs enhance the protein content and add texture contrast.
- Serve immediately for best texture and flavor.
