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Very spicy creamy carbonara-style Korean instant noodle
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 pack (whole) of Samyang Cream Carbo Buldak instant noodle (140 g) has 623 calories. That works out to 445 calories per 100 g. It contains 89 g of carbs, 11.5 g of protein, 24.2 g of fat and 3.8 g of fiber. Its 25.2 µg of Selenium covers 46% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 1 pack (whole) · 140 g
623
KCAL / 140G
Carbs
89g
· 32% DV
Protein
11.5g
· 23% DV
Fat
24.2g
· 31% DV
Fiber
3.8g
· 14% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 57% · Protein 7% · Fat 36%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 623 kcal | |
| Total fat | 24.2 g | 31% |
| Saturated fat | 11.34 g | 57% |
| Trans fat | 0.14 g | |
| Sodium | 1792 mg | 78% |
| Total carbohydrate | 89 g | 32% |
| Fiber | 3.8 g | 14% |
| Protein | 11.5 g | 23% |
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) | 140 g | 623 kcal |
| 1 ounce (small) | 28 g | 125 kcal |
| 1 serving (half) | 70 g | 312 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 445 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 140 g | 623 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 140 g | 623 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 210 g | 935 kcal |
| 1 cup (double) | 280 g | 1246 kcal |
Calculated from 445 calories per 100 g.
Samyang Cream Carbo Buldak instant noodle is still quite spicy, although its creamy, savory seasoning softens the heat. If you are sensitive to spice, start with less of the liquid sauce.
Boil the noodles according to the package directions, drain while keeping a little cooking water, then mix in the sauce and seasoning powder. The remaining water helps the creamy sauce coat the noodles.
Use less of the spicy liquid sauce and keep the creamy seasoning. A little milk or cheese can also mellow the heat, though adding too much liquid may make the sauce runny.
It tastes creamy and savory, with a spicy, chicken-style Buldak sauce underneath. The carbo seasoning gives it a carbonara-inspired flavor, but it is not the same as a traditional Italian pasta dish.
No. Cream Carbo adds a creamy, carbonara-inspired seasoning to Buldak's spicy chicken-style flavor. It tastes richer and creamier than a plainer Buldak variety, but it remains a spicy noodle.
Yes, you can add a small splash of milk while mixing the noodles and sauce. It makes the sauce creamier and can soften the heat; add it gradually so the sauce does not become watery.
No, it is an instant Korean noodle with carbonara-inspired creamy seasoning, not traditional Italian carbonara. Its defining combination is spicy Buldak-style sauce and a creamy flavor powder.
Yes, you can use only part of the spicy sauce packet. Mix in a little first, taste the noodles, and add more if you want a stronger heat; the seasoning powder can be added separately.
Egg, scallions, and cheese are popular additions to Samyang Cream Carbo Buldak instant noodle. Cook any egg or vegetables separately and add them at the end so they do not water down the sauce.
Refrigerate cooked leftovers promptly in a covered container and reheat them the next day. The noodles continue to absorb the sauce as they sit, so the texture will be thicker than when freshly made.
Vitamins
B1
0.31mg · 26% DV
B3
2.94mg · 18% DV
Biotin
4.2µg · 14% DV
B2
0.17mg · 13% DV
Minerals
Sodium
1792mg · 78% DV
Selenium
25µg · 45% DV
Manganese
0.67mg · 29% DV
Phosphorus
165mg · 24% DV
Potassium ⭐
231mg · 7% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 623 calories in 1 pack (whole) (140 g):
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Samyang Cream Carbo Buldak instant noodle is a South Korean packaged noodle dish combining Buldak’s fiery chilli sauce with a creamy, carbonara-style seasoning. You cook the noodles, drain most of the water, then mix in the sauce and seasoning.
It is notably hot, savoury and creamy, with springy noodles. In Korea and elsewhere, it is often eaten as a quick meal; an egg or vegetables can be added, while a glass of milk or a cooling side can temper the heat. Its nutritional profile is led by carbohydrates and fat, with 8.2 g of protein per 100 g. For a less rich bowl, use less sauce and add vegetables.
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
✓ 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
11.34g
MONOUNSATURATED
7.14g
POLYUNSATURATED
5.6g
Omega 6:3 ratio 136.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (136.5:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.