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Very spicy, carbonara sauce, chicken flavored instant ramen
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 pack (whole) of Buldak Carbonara Hot Chicken Ramen (130 g) has 598 calories. That works out to 460 calories per 100 g. It contains 84.5 g of carbs, 11.1 g of protein, 22.1 g of fat and 3.3 g of fiber. Its 104 mg of Phosphorus covers 15% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 75 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 1 pack (whole) · 130 g
598
KCAL / 130G
Carbs
84.5g
· 31% DV
Protein
11.1g
· 22% DV
Fat
22.1g
· 28% DV
Fiber
3.3g
· 12% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 58% · Protein 8% · Fat 34%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 598 kcal | |
| Total fat | 22.1 g | 28% |
| Saturated fat | 9.75 g | 49% |
| Trans fat | 0.26 g | |
| Sodium | 1950 mg | 85% |
| Total carbohydrate | 84.5 g | 31% |
| Fiber | 3.3 g | 12% |
| Protein | 11.1 g | 22% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 pack (whole) | 130 g | 598 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 15 g | 69 kcal |
| 1 bottle (small) | 20 g | 92 kcal |
| ½ pack (half) | 65 g | 299 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 80 g | 368 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 460 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 130 g | 598 kcal |
| 1 piece (whole) | 130 g | 598 kcal |
| 2 pack (double) | 260 g | 1196 kcal |
Calculated from 460 calories per 100 g.
It is quite spicy, though its creamy, cheese-like carbonara seasoning softens the impression compared with a sharper hot sauce. If you are sensitive to heat, start with only part of the sauce packet and add more to taste.
Boil the noodles until tender, drain them as directed on the packet, then stir in the sauce and seasoning. Follow the instructions on your specific pack, since the recommended draining and preparation details can vary.
Buldak Carbonara Hot Chicken Ramen has a creamier, cheese-like flavor alongside its heat. Regular Buldak is generally known for a more direct, punchy spicy-chicken taste, while the carbonara version brings a richer-tasting sauce.
No. It is an instant noodle flavor inspired by carbonara, not the traditional Italian pasta dish made with ingredients such as egg and cheese. The name describes its creamy, savory seasoning rather than an authentic carbonara recipe.
Use less of the spicy sauce packet and mix in milk or cream to mellow the heat. Add the sauce gradually so you can stop at a comfortable spice level without overwhelming the creamy carbonara seasoning.
Yes, replacing some of the cooking water with milk can make Buldak Carbonara Hot Chicken Ramen creamier and soften its heat. Watch the pot closely, since milk can foam or boil over more readily than water.
Usually not; it is prepared as sauced noodles, with the cooking water drained before the seasoning is mixed in. For a soupier bowl, check your packet’s directions and retain some liquid rather than draining it all.
A fried egg, sliced green onion, mushrooms, or extra cheese all work well with Buldak Carbonara Hot Chicken Ramen. Add cooked vegetables or an egg to give the bowl more texture and make it feel like a fuller meal.
Yes, if you transfer the noodles and water to a microwave-safe bowl and follow the packet’s directions. Do not microwave the sealed packet, and add the sauce after cooking if the instructions call for it.
Put leftover Buldak Carbonara Hot Chicken Ramen in a covered container in the refrigerator and eat it soon. The noodles continue absorbing sauce as they sit, so add a splash of water or milk when reheating to loosen them.
Vitamins
B1
0.16mg · 13% DV
B3
1.43mg · 9% DV
B2
0.1mg · 8% DV
B5
0.33mg · 7% DV
Minerals
Sodium
1950mg · 85% DV
Phosphorus
104mg · 15% DV
Iron
1.56mg · 9% DV
Copper
0.07mg · 8% DV
Potassium ⭐
156mg · 5% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 598 calories in 1 pack (whole) (130 g):
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Buldak Carbonara Hot Chicken Ramen is a Korean instant noodle dish built around thick ramen noodles and a fiery chicken-flavoured sauce, softened with a creamy, carbonara-style seasoning. Unlike soup ramen, it is usually served coated in a glossy sauce, with small seasoning flakes mixed through.
The heat is pronounced, while the creamy, savoury taste rounds it out. Cook the noodles, drain most of the water, then stir in the sauce and serve hot. It works as a quick lunch, late-night bite or substantial snack; a cooling drink or crisp vegetables make a useful contrast. The noodles provide most of the meal’s carbohydrates, so adding vegetables or an egg can make the bowl more filling and varied. Use less of the sauce if you prefer a milder, lighter serving.
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Low
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 4
Ultra-Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
9.75g
MONOUNSATURATED
6.76g
POLYUNSATURATED
4.94g
Omega 6:3 ratio 325:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (325:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.