Spicy Buldak Cream Pasta

Spicy Buldak Cream Pasta

Buldak, also known as "fire chicken," is a popular Korean dish that is loved by many for its fiery, spicy flavor. It is typically made with marinated chicken that is grilled or stir-fried in a spicy sauce, which includes gochujang (a fermented red chili paste), gochugaru (Korean chili flakes), soy sauce, sugar, and other seasonings. The dish originated in South Korea and has since gained popularity around the world, with many restaurants offering their own take on buldak. There are also different variations of buldak, including buldak-bokkeum-tang (a spicy chicken stew), buldak-ramen (spicy chicken flavored instant noodles), and buldak-kimchi (spicy chicken with kimchi).

The key to making delicious Buldak is in the sauce. The sauce should be well-balanced, with the perfect amount of sweetness, saltiness, and spiciness. The chicken is then marinated in the sauce for at least a few hours before being cooked, allowing the flavors to fully infuse into the meat. Today's recipe plays on a twist on traditional Buldak using an instant ramen version of Buldak that captures the spicy essence of the traditional dish in its sauce merged with creamy sauce to create a savory spicy cream pasta that won't disappoint!

Servings: 2-4

Total Recipe Time: 30 Minutes

Prep time: 10 minutes

Cook time: 15-20 minutes

Ingredients:

1 package Buldak instant ramen

1/2 package spam (diced)

1 medium carrot (diced)

1/2 medium onion (diced)

1 cup frozen corn

1 tbsp butter

1/2 cup heavy cream

1 oz sharp cheddar cheese

1 oz parmesan cheese

1 tbsp parsley (finely chopped)

Freshly cracked black pepper 

Method:

1. Boil ramen for 3 minutes until al dente. Strain and set aside, reserve cooking liquid.

2. Sauté spam until brown and crisp, set aside.

3. Sauté onions, carrots and corn in butter until cooked and slightly caramelized. Set aside.

4. Combine heavy cream, 1 cup ramen cooking water, cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, and Buldak sauce packet until sauce is combined and smooth.

5. Toss in ramen, veggies, spam, half of parsley until combined and cook for 1-2 minutes.

6. Garnish with grated Parmesan cheese, parsley, and black pepper.