"There are few things more satisfying than a handful of fresh-made ramen noodles dropped into long-simmered broth and topped with egg, green onion, nori and a slice of chashu. That's ramen at its best. But when restaurant ramen isn't possible, instant ramen can be a terrific second-best, especially if it includes top-notch noodles and flavorful broth. While not all packaged ramen brands hit that target, one that is all but guaranteed to please is Samyang Buldak, a Korean brand that was introduced in 2014."
"The popularity of Buldak ramen has much to do with 2014's viral #FireNoodleChallenge on TikTok and YouTube that involved people posting their efforts to consume bowls spiked with the full packet of spicy paste. But now, 12 years later, Buldak is sold in 100 countries and is the most popular spicy instant ramen on the market. Buldak ramen can be found at nearly every grocery and market. Korean markets have the best selection, but even mainstream stores stock 2-3 kinds."
Fresh-made ramen with long-simmered broth and classic toppings represents ramen at its best, but instant ramen can be a strong second choice when restaurants are unavailable. Samyang Buldak, introduced in 2014, offers more than twenty inventive flavors, including Quattro Cheese, Tom Yum, Carbonara and Taco, and features cartoon chicken packaging. Popularity grew after the 2014 viral #FireNoodleChallenge, and Buldak now sells in 100 countries as the leading spicy instant ramen. Products are sold mostly in five-packs, typically $6–$10 per pack, and are widely available at Korean and mainstream grocery stores. All varieties include artificial chicken flavor and a spicy paste packet; many fans add cream, mayo, egg yolk, cheese or peanut butter to tame the heat.
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