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  • “Buldak Ramen” Hot Chicken Noodles – A Guide for Beginners – type, degree of spiciness

    “Buldak Ramen” Hot Chicken Noodles – A Guide for Beginners – type, degree of spiciness

     “Buldak” Hot Chicken Noodles – A Guide for Beginners

    The popular instant Korean instant noodles, called “Buldak” for short. It is a popular Korean ramen that is well-known for its intense spicy taste. It spread rapidly as content challenging the spicy taste became popular on YouTube, and became a popular ramen worldwide. For beginners in “Buldak” here are tips on how Koreans can enjoy this! This blog post has tips on the type of product, the degree of spiciness, and how to enjoy it. Be sure to read until the end and become a buldak master!

     

    What is Buldak Stir-fried Noodles.

    Buldak noodle, a product of Samyang Foods, is a type of ramen that combines chewy and thick noodles with a spicy sauce. The name “Buldak(불닭)” translates to “Buldak,” and “볶음면” means “stir-fried noodles” Unlike common ramen soups, Buldak noodle is boiled and drained, and then mixed with the sauce to create a dry and intensely flavored noodle dish.

    Product type

    Since its release, there have been a huge number of types of spicy stir-fried chicken noodles.
    Among them, the popular types are as follows.


    Original: classic fire chicken flavor.

    Doubles Spicy: Doubles your fever for those seeking greater challenges.

    Cheese: A soft version that tastes like cheese.

    Carbonara: A creamy take with a little Italian flavor.

    **In foreign countries, products with soft flavors such as ‘carbonara’ are popular.


    Black Bean Noodles: Korean Black Bean Noodles is a combination of spicy taste.

     

    the degree of spiciness

    Scoville Scale
    The spicy taste of the spicy stir-fried spicy noodles is measured using the Scoville Thermal Unit (SHU) scale. While the original version is rated at around 4,404 SHU, the 2x Spy variant amounts to an intense 8,808 SHU. For comparison, jalapeño peppers range from 2,500 to 8,000 SHU.

     

    Recently, news broke that 3X spicy fire chicken was banned from sale in Denmark.

    BBC- “Denmark recalls Korean ramen for being too spicy “

    How to enjoy spicy chicken noodles

    *Preparation tips

    Follow these preparations to get the best out of the fire-fried chicken noodles:

    • Boil the noodles: Cook in boiling water for 5 minutes until the noodles reach chewiness.
    • Drain: Leave about 8 tablespoons of water in a saucepan to mix evenly.
    • Add sauce: Stir well in a bag of spicy sauce.
    • Stir-fry: Stir-fry noodles for an authentic experience for another 30 seconds.

    The spicy chicken noodles are delicious in themselves and you can enjoy them with various toppings and sides

    *Recommended toppings

    Cheese: Melted cheese helps cool the heat and adds a creamy texture.
    Eggs: Fried eggs or poached eggs can add richness to a dish.
    Vegetables: Vegetables such as green onions, carrots, and bell peppers add crispness and freshness.
    Protein: For a better quality meal, serve with cooked chicken, beef or tofu.

    Ranking of popular countries

    It gained international fame as several countries embraced the spicy challenge. Here are some of the top countries where it is especially popular:

    Korea: The birthplace of spicy chicken noodles, it remains a beloved snack.
    USA: Home to many spicy food lovers who have challenged fire noodles.
    China: With a culture that values bold taste, the spicy chicken noodles have gained a strong support base.
    Japan: Japan, known for its unique ramen culture, has embraced spicy Korean imports.
    Philippines: Filipino food lovers enjoy the challenge and unique taste of the spicy stir-fried chicken noodles.
    Indonesia: Spicy food is a staple of Indonesian cuisine, and it naturally goes well with the spicy chicken noodles.
    Malaysia: Another Southeast Asian country with a penchant for spicy food.

    It’s more than just a noodle dish, and it’s a culinary adventure that challenges the taste buds and delights the senses. Whether you’re a seasoning lover or a curious gourmet, trying it is an unforgettable experience. With its worldwide popularity and variety of delicious ways, it continues to appeal to the world.

     

     

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  • 2024 Netflix Top Expectations Squid Game 2 – Introducing a New Character Actor

    2024 Netflix Top Expectations Squid Game 2 – Introducing a New Character Actor

    2024 Netflix Top Expectations Squid Game 2 – Introducing a New Character Actor

    A new episode of the globally popular Squid Game series from Korea will be released in December 2024.

    Squid Game amazed the world with its unique storyline, and I’m excited about the upcoming season.

    Looking at the cast of Squid Game 2, it’s hard not to have high expectations, especially from a Korean perspective. This is because many of the actors are both popular and highly acclaimed for their acting skills.

    Actors in Squid Game Season 2

     

    Let me introduce the new actors in the Squid Game 2.

     

    Squid Game 2 – Yim Si Wan [임시완]

    Yim Si Wan is an actor who has appeared in dramas ‘Misaeng’ and ‘Run on’. He was a member of the idol group ZEA, and is currently an active actor. Although he was a singer, he is recognized for his acting skills.

     

    Squid Game 2 – Kang Hanul [강하늘]

    Kang Hanul is an actor who played the lead role in the drama When the Camellia Blooms. In Korea, he is loved for his good and positive image. Therefore, we are even more excited to see what kind of character he will present in Squid Game.

     

    Squid Game 2 – Seonghun Park [박성훈]

    Actor who showed an impressive performance in <The Glory> If you’ve seen this, you can’t wait to see what character he’ll play in Squid Game.

     

    Squid Game 2 – DG Yang [양동근]

    Yang is a singer and actor. Non-Koreans may have never seen him before, but he is well-known in Korea for his unique acting skills.

    Gyuyoung Park [박규영]

    Actors at the script practice meeting (Netflix)

    She is an actress who appeared in “It’s Psycho, but it’s okay” and “Sweet Home” and “Celebrity”. She has appeared in many Netflix series, so she seems to be familiar to international viewers.

    Jin wook Lee [이진욱]

    An actor who starred in the Netflix series <Sweet Home>

    Aesim Kang [강애심]

     

    DAWIT Lee [이다윗]

     

    T.O.P [탑]

    A member and actor from the famous group Big Bang is said to have played the role of a retired idol singer in Squid Game 2. In fact, Big Bang was very popular but disbanded due to the illegal behavior of several members. I’m curious about the roles he will play in the drama.

     

    Jae Won Roh [노재원]

    An actor who is drawing attention for his impressive performance in the Netflix series <Morning Comes to the Psychiatrist Ward> and <A killer. A sense of diffidentity.> In fact, I personally have high expectations for his psychiatric performance in Morning Comes to the Psychiatrist Ward, which was very impressive.

     

    YURI JO [조유리]

    Actors at the script practice meeting (Netflix)

     

    A member of girl group IZ*ONE. It’s hard to predict what kind of acting he will perform because he has few experiences as an actor. I’m looking forward to the transformation of a pretty and cute idol singer.

     

    I’m very excited about the chemistry between the main actors of season 1 and the new actors of season 2.

    Squid Game season 1 – Link to watch on Netflix

     

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