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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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  • Physical 100 – Korean entertainment program (About contestants, winner)

    Physical 100 – Korean entertainment program (About contestants, winner)

    A popular Netflix series – Physical 100

    Physical 100 is a Korean entertainment show. It was a Netflix series that gained huge popularity in Season 1, and Season 2 was recently opened.

    The program is a survival competition where men and women from various occupations and skill sets compete solely based on their physical abilities.

     

    Korean films and dramas are loved globally, but their entertainment shows aren’t as widely recognized.

    If you’re looking to experience Korean-style entertainment, I recommend checking out this particular show.

     

    Watch the official trailer

     

    I enjoyed both Season 1 and Season 2. In Season 1, there were concerns about fairness in the finale. Season 2 showed efforts to address this issue.

    However, there were still doubts about the accuracy of details like weight and time. It’s not easy to manage such specifics just for entertainment, as the show isn’t held to the same standards as the Olympics.

     

    The main cast of the show ‘physical 100 season2’

    There were so many impressive participants in the show. Here are some of the most impressive.

    Hong Beom-seok [홍범석] 

    Career : Former Army, former firefighter / a cast with a strong spirit

    Hong Beom-seok instagram

    Amotti [아모띠]

    Career : Crossfitter, youtuber / A cute face and a body that’s not cute at all

    Amotti instagram

    Amotti Youtube channel

    Kim dong-hyun [김동현]

    Career : UFC fighter / A legendary fighter in Korea

    Kim dong-hyun Instagram

    kim dong-hyun Youtube channel

    Andre Jin [안드레진] 

    Career : former national rugby team / a rugby player’s strong body

    Abdre Jin Instagram

    Jung Ji-hyun [정지현]

    Career : A former national wrestling player / 2004 Athena Olympic Gold Medalist

    Jung Ji-hyun Instagram

    Lee Jae-yoon [이재윤]

    Career : Actor / a muscular actor who is serious about exercising

    Lee Jae-yoon instagram

    Kim Min-su [김민수]

    Career : Bodybuilder / The best muscle shape / Nickname: Thanos

    Kim Min-su Instagram

    Lee Won-hee [이원희]

    Career : A university professor, former judo player / 2004 Athena Olympic Gold Medalist

    A smart, wise, well-behaved contestant

     

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  • Popular Korean ramen (라면 ramyun) sales best 10 한국 인기 라면(ramyeon) 판매량 BEST10

    Popular Korean ramen (라면 ramyun) sales best 10 한국 인기 라면(ramyeon) 판매량 BEST10

    korean ramen / 한국 라면  (ramyun)

    Instant ramen, which has been loved in Korea for a long time, has recently been loved all over the world. It’s also called ‘ramen’ in Japanese language, but it’s more correct to say ‘ramyeon’ in Korean language. 

    So, what kind of ramen products do Koreans like?

    I will summarize what kind of ramen Koreans like the most and let you know.

    The ranking below is based on data released by  DATA&RESEARCH

     

    BEST 10 ramen in south korea 

    * I marked it with the product name (company name)

    This is the ranking of sales in Korea as of 2023.

    CHARTS

    1위  Shin ramen / 신라면 (nong shim)

    1986년 출시된 라면으로 32년 넘게 1위를 지키고 있는 제품입니다.

    한국에서 가장 사랑 받는 제품이라고 생각하면 됩니다.

    It was released in 1986 and has been in the top spot for more than 32 years. You can think of it as the most loved product in Korea.

     

    2위  TEUM-SAE Ramen 틈새라면 (paldo)

    신라면 보다 더 매운 라면입니다.  아래  ‘Buldak’ 보다는 덜 맵지만 위에 ‘신라면’보다는 맵습니다.
    It’s a spicier ramyeon than Shin Ramen. It’s less spicy than ‘Buldak’, but it’s spicier than ‘Shin Ramen’ on top.

    3위   Buldak Ramen 불닭볶음면 (samyang)

     

    Buldak stir-fried noodles

    (Chicken Flavor Ramen)

    This is a popular product in videos of spicy food challenges.

    매운맛 먹기 영상으로 매우 유행한 음식입니다. BTS 멤버들이 방송에서 많이 먹어서 더욱 유명해 지기도 했습니다.

     

     

    4위  YEUL Ramen 열라면 (ottogi)

    그림을 보면 알 수 있듯이 매운맛을 강조하는 라면입니다

    As you can see from the picture, it’s ramen that emphasizes the spicy taste

    5위 ANSUNG Ramen 안성탕면 (nong shim)

    상대적으로 신라면 보다 덜 맵습니다. 외국인들이 좀 더 편안하게 느낄만한 맛입니다.

    It is relatively less spicy than Shin Ramen. It tastes more comfortable for foreigners.

     

    6위 BIBIM MEN 비빔면  (paldo)

     

    불닭볶음면이 너무 매운 분들은 이 비빔면을 꼭 드셔보세요.  한국인들이 오랫동안 사랑해온 대표적인 비빔면입니다.

    If the Buldak(spicy chicken noodles) are too spicy, make sure to try it. It is a representative ‘bibimmyeon’ that Koreans have loved for a long time. (I personally think it tastes much better than Buldak.)

     

    7위 Jin Ramen 진라면 (ottogi)

    순한맛과 매운맛이 있습니다. 순한맛 제품은 매운걸 잘 못먹는 어린 아이들이 먹기 좋습니다.

    There are mild and spicy flavors. Mild taste products are good for young children who can’t eat spicy food.

     

    8위 SESAME Ramen 참깨라면 (ottogi)

    한국인이 사랑하는 ‘참기름’과 계란을  라면에 접목시킨 제품입니다. 참기름 과 계란이 들어있어서 고소한 맛이 더 강합니다.

    It is a product that combines ‘sesame oil’ and eggs, which Koreans love, with ramen.
    It has a stronger savory taste because it contains sesame oil and eggs.

     

    9위 Chapagetti 짜파게티 (nong shim)

    Chapagetti – Black bean noodles

    영화 기생충에 나와서 더욱 유명해진 짜파게티 입니다. 오랫동안 한국에서 사랑받아온 한국의 대표적인 짜장 라면입니다.

    It is Chapagetti that became more famous after appearing in the movie Parasite. It is Korea’s representative black bean instant noodles that have been loved in Korea for a long time.

     

    10위 Samyang Ramen 삼양라면 (samyang)

     

    If it’s popular in Korea, it’s in the top 10 list.

    korean ramen

     

     

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    짜장면 jajangmyeon korean food

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  • 짜장면 jajangmyeon korean food

    짜장면 jajangmyeon korean food

    Jajangmyeon

    짜장면은 한국에서 개발된 ‘한국식 중국 요리’ 입니다. 저렴한 가격으로 쉽게 먹을 수 있는 대표적인 한국의 음식입니다. 한국 영화나 드라마에 가장 많이 나오는 음식 중 하나 입니다.

    짜장면 (사진출처: 홍콩반점0410)

     

    짜장면은 돼지고기에 기름으로 튀긴 춘장을 넣은 후 양파, 양배추 등의 야채와 함께 볶은 소스에  국수를 비벼먹는 음식입니다. 음식 색상이 까만색이라 맛이 없어 보일 수도 있어요. 하지만 먹어보면 엄청 새롭고 깜짝 놀랄 만한 맛입니다.

     

    아래 영상을 보니 미국에도 짜장면 식당이 있는 것을 알 수 있습니다. 이처럼 이미 세계적으로 사랑 받기 시작한 요리 입니다.

     

    • 짜장면 만드는  법

    아래는 한국에서 가장 유명한 중국음식 요리사인 ‘이연복’의 채널에 올라온 레시피 입니다.

    이연복 쉐프는 TV쇼 프로그램에 많이 출연한 유명인입니다. 그의 방식으로 한번 짜장면 만들기에 도전해보세요.  저도 한번 도전해 봤었는데요, 어렵지 않게 짜장면에 성공했어요. 재료만 준비하면 맛있는 짜장면을 쉽게 만들 수 있을거예요 🙂

     

    ※ jajangmyeon – Ingredients

    Chinese noodle, Pork, Chunjang(Black bean paste) Squash, Onion, Ginger Oyster sauce, Sugar, Soy sauce, Starch, MSG

    ※ jajangmyeon – Recipe

    1. Chop little pork, 1 large onion, 1/4 squash into dices.

    2. Put 5 spoons of cooking oil into a pan and heat with medium heat.

    3. Mince 1 spoon amount of ginger.

    4. Insert chopped pork and little onion with minced ginger into the heated pan and stir fry with high-fire.

    5. Once pork is fully cooked, put in rest of veggies with 1/2 spoon of soy sauce.

    6. Once veggies are cooked, insert 1 spoon of oyster sauce, 1/2 spoon of sugar, 1.5 full spoon of black bean paste and little water and stir fry. (at this point taste to see if more black bean paste is needed)

    7. If it taste right, insert little starch water. if you want deeper taste, insert 1 pinch of MSG

    8. Cook chinese noodle.

    9. Pour sauce on top of noodle and dig in!

     

     

    • 한국의 배달 문화 – 한국은 전국 어디서나 흔하게 먹을 수 있다

    한국에서는 집을 이사할 때 짜장면을 먹는 문화가 있습니다. 그것은 한국의 배달 문화 때문입니다. 왜냐하면 이사를 하는 날에는 매우 바쁘기 때문에 배달을 시켜먹기가 편하기 때문이죠. 지금은 매우 많은 음식들을 배달시켜 먹을 수 있지만, 아주 옛날에는 배달 음식은 짜장면이 유일했습니다. 그래서 이사 날에는 짜장면을 먹는 것이 문화처럼 생긴 것 같습니다.

    지금은 한국에서 워낙 배달 어플이 잘되어 있기 때문에 다양한 음식을 배달로 먹을 수 있습니다.

     

    • 외국에서도 짜장면을 간단하게 먹을 수 있는 법 – 짜빠게티
    가장 전통적으로 인기 있는 제품인 짜빠게티 (photo by oasis)

    한국은 라면이 맛있기로도 유명합니다. 한국에서 가장 인기있는 인스턴트 라면 제품 중 하나가 ‘짜빠게티’ 입니다. 이는 2019년 개봉한 영화 ‘기생충’에 나오면서 더욱 유명한 음식이 되었습니다. ‘짜빠게티’는 짜장 맛이 나는 라면입니다.

    짜장면을 쉽게 먹어보고 싶다면 짜빠게티를 집에서 쉽게 요리해 먹을 것을 추천합니다. 조리방법도 매우 간단합니다. 만약 짜빠게티가 식료품점에 없다면, 다른 한국식 짜장 라면을 먹어도 괜찮습니다.  대부분의 한국 라면들은 매우 맛이 괜찮거든요~

     

    영화 기생충으로 유명해진 음식

    기생충에서는 ‘짜빠게티’와 ‘너구리’ 라면을 섞어서 만든 ‘짜빠구리’ 가 나왔습니다. 소고기 까지 넣어서 만들었지요. 짜빠게티를 더욱 맛있게 먹고 싶다면 고기, 계란, 오이, 양파 등을 곁들여 먹어보세요.