VeganUnknown
The checked US ingredients do not list obvious meat, dairy, egg, fish, honey, or gelatin, but artificial and natural flavor sources are not vegan-certified.
medium confidence
Best sellerK-Drama famousHalalExtra hot
SAMYANG · STIR-FRY · SINCE 2012
Samyang Buldak Original
불닭볶음면 · bul-dak bok-keum-myeon
Spice level🔥 8/10 spicy4,404 SHU
Calories560 kcalper pack (140g)
Cook time5.5 minstovetop
TypeStir-frySauce-coated
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About this ramen
The original viral fire noodle with a verified 4,404 SHU reference and a KMF Halal logo on the checked US multi-pack.
Samyang Buldak Original is one of the easiest Korean instant noodles to recommend because its identity is clear: bold flavor, fast cooking, and a heat level that makes it memorable. It works as a quick meal on its own, but it also takes well to common Korean pantry upgrades like egg, scallion, cheese, seaweed, and rice cakes.
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Dietary & allergens
Status is based on the checked package/version sources below.
VegetarianUnknown
The checked US ingredients do not list explicit meat or fish, but artificial and natural flavor sources are not vegetarian-certified.
medium confidenceHalalYes
Samyang America package imagery for the checked US multi-pack shows a KMF Halal logo.
high confidence · KMFGluten-freeNo
The checked US ingredients include wheat flour, wheat gluten, wheat starch, and soy sauce with wheat.
high confidenceDirect allergen signals
WheatYes
SoyYes
MilkNo
Fish/shellfishNo
Data is for the checked Samyang America US multi-pack. Domestic Korean or import packages may differ.
Nutrition
Calories560 kcal
Protein14 g
Sodium1,630 mg
Carbs86 g
Fat18 g
Sugar7 g
Recipes & variations
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Frequently asked
Real questions shoppers tend to ask before buying.
Is Buldak Original vegan?
Unknown. The checked US ingredients do not list obvious meat, dairy, egg, fish, honey, or gelatin, but artificial and natural flavor sources are not vegan-certified.
Is Buldak Original halal?
Yes. Samyang America package imagery for the checked US multi-pack shows a KMF Halal logo.
Is Buldak Original gluten-free?
No. The checked US ingredients include wheat flour, wheat gluten, wheat starch, and soy sauce with wheat.
How many calories are in Buldak Original?
Buldak Original has 560 calories per checked 140g pack.
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