Creamy Buldak

Name: Creamy Buldak Ramen With Egg Yolk Carbonara
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Asian, Korean
Ingredients: 2 packs of Buldak Ramen - Carbonara flavor; 2 large eggs (yolks only); 1 tablespoon; 1 tablespoon minced garlic; Water enough to boil the noodles; Whiskey Smoked Sea Salt; 2 Chicken tenders, cooked and seasoned with Willie Pete Chicken Seasoning

Creamy Buldak is a 10-minute instant ramen hack that transforms Buldak Carbonara noodles with egg yolks, mayo, and garlic into a silky, restaurant-quality dish that cuts the spice with richness.

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Total

15 min

Servings

2

Difficulty

Medium

Est. Cost

$16–$26

Recipe Source

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From Grillyourassoff · by Jason Murff

Ingredients

2 packs of Buldak Ramen - Carbonara flavor
2 large eggs (yolks only)
1 tablespoon
1 tablespoon minced garlic
Water enough to boil the noodles
Whiskey Smoked Sea Salt
2 Chicken tenders, cooked and seasoned with Willie Pete Chicken Seasoning

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Instructions

1
Fill a pot with water and add salt. I used Whiskey Smoked Sea Salt. Place it on high heat to boil.
2
While the water is heating, grab your serving bowl. Crack the two eggs and separate the yolks from the whites. Place only the two egg yolks into the empty serving bowl.
3
Open the ramen packages and add all the sauce packets (liquid) and powder/seasoning packets directly into the bowl with the yolks.
4
Add the heaping tablespoon of mayonnaise and the tablespoon of minced garlic to the bowl. Mix all together.
5
Once the water is rolling boil, add the two blocks of dried noodles.
6
Boil for approximately 5 to 5.5 minutes (or until al dente).
7
Before draining the noodles, carefully scoop out 1 cup of the boiling pasta water.
8
Pour the hot water directly into the serving bowl containing the yolks, mayo, garlic, and seasoning mixture.
9
Mix vigorously with a spoon or whisk. The hot water will cook the yolks slightly and melt the mayo, creating a creamy, emulsified broth.
10
Drain the rest of the water from the noodles.
11
Add the cooked noodles immediately to the bowl with the creamy broth.
12
Toss the noodles thoroughly until they are well-coated in the sauce.
13
Slice your pre-cooked chicken tenders seasoned with Willie Pete Chicken Seasoning
14
Place the sliced chicken on top of the noodles.
15
Serve immediately while steaming hot.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Drain noodles well before adding the egg yolk mixture; excess starch water will break the emulsion and make sauce thin and greasy.
Whisk egg yolks with mayo off heat first, then fold into warm noodles while stirring constantly to cook the yolk gently and create a glossy, cohesive sauce.
Toast minced garlic in a small pan with butter or oil for 30 seconds before adding to amplify depth; raw garlic can taste harsh in a creamy sauce.
Add chicken tenders last so they stay warm and seasoning doesn't dilute the sauce; if reheating cooked chicken, toss it in just before serving.

Substitutions

Egg yolks → Japanese mayo (Kewpie) can replace part of the mayo for a richer, tangier emulsion
Mayonnaise → Sour cream or crème fraîche (use 1.5 tablespoons; tangier result, less creamy)
Chicken tenders → Cooked shrimp, bacon bits, or sautéed mushrooms for different protein
Whiskey Smoked Sea Salt → Kosher salt and a pinch of smoked paprika

Storage & make-ahead

Best served fresh; store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 1 day and reheat gently over low heat with a splash of water to restore sauce consistency, though emulsion may break.

Common Questions

Can I use whole eggs instead of just yolks?

You can, but egg yolks alone create the silkiest carbonara sauce without excess liquid from the whites. If using whole eggs, reduce mayo slightly to avoid oversaturating.

How do I prevent the eggs from scrambling?

Temper the yolks by whisking them in a bowl, then add them off heat or to the drained, still-warm noodles while stirring constantly to emulsify rather than cook solid.

What if I don't have Buldak Carbonara flavor?

Standard Buldak or other spicy instant ramen works; adjust seasoning with salt and garlic to taste. The mayo and egg yolk will still create the creamy texture regardless of the base noodle brand.

Can I make this ahead?

This dish is best served immediately after assembly. The egg yolk sauce thickens and separates if left to sit; prepare components in advance and combine just before eating.

How spicy is this dish?

The mayo and egg yolk significantly reduce the heat of Buldak noodles, making it milder than eating them straight. Adjust by using less seasoning packet or adding more mayo if you're heat-sensitive.