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Buldak-Style Fire Noodles

Buldak, or fire chicken, noodles are the packet ramen that launched a thousand challenge videos. This homemade version captures the same sticky, sweet and seriously spicy sauce, made with what's already in your pantry.

Gochujang and gochugaru bring the heat, soy sauce and a little honey bring balance, and a splash of sesame oil ties it together. Adjust the chilli to suit your nerve.

Add a slice of cheese, a fried egg or some shredded chicken to make it a meal.

Servings
2
Prep Time
5
mins
Cook Time
10
mins
Ingredients
11
Total Time
15
mins

Pantry bits

Gochujang
Gochujang
Gochugaru
Gochugaru
Soy Sauce
Soy Sauce
Sesame oil
Sesame oil
Nori Seaweed
Nori Seaweed

Ingredients

  • 2 packets instant ramen noodles (discard the seasoning)
  • 1 tbsp neutral oil
  • 3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp gochujang
  • 1-2 tbsp gochugaru (Korean chilli flakes)
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 1/2 tbsp honey or sugar
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 3 tbsp noodle cooking water
  • Toasted sesame seeds, nori strips and sliced spring onion, to serve
  • 1 slice cheddar or 2 tbsp grated mozzarella (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cook the noodles in boiling water for 1 minute less than the packet says. Reserve a little water, then drain.
  2. Heat the oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
  3. Add the gochujang, gochugaru, soy sauce and honey and stir for 1 minute until bubbling.
  4. Add the noodles and 3 tbsp cooking water and toss for 1-2 minutes until the sauce is thick, sticky and coats every strand.
  5. Turn off the heat, add the sesame oil and cheese, if using, and toss. Top with sesame seeds, nori and spring onion.

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