Creamy Corn Buldak Ramen Bowl (Print)

Fiery Korean-inspired noodles in a creamy sauce, sweet corn, and savory garnishes for a cozy meal.

# Ingredients:

→ Noodles

01 - 2 packs instant ramen noodles (about 5.6 oz total)

→ Vegetables & Add-Ins

02 - 1 cup sweet corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
03 - 2 green onions, thinly sliced
04 - 1/2 cup water

→ Creamy Buldak Sauce

05 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
06 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
07 - 2 tablespoons gochujang (Korean chili paste)
08 - 1 tablespoon gochugaru (Korean chili flakes), optional
09 - 1 tablespoon soy sauce
10 - 2 teaspoons sugar
11 - 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half

→ Garnish

12 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
13 - Extra green onions, sliced
14 - 1 soft-boiled egg, halved (optional)

# Instructions:

01 - Cook instant ramen noodles in boiling water following package instructions. Drain thoroughly and set aside.
02 - Melt unsalted butter in a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, approximately 1 minute.
03 - Incorporate gochujang, gochugaru if desired, soy sauce, and sugar. Stir and cook for 1 minute to integrate flavors.
04 - Pour in heavy cream and water, whisking to fully combine. Bring mixture to a gentle simmer.
05 - Mix in sweet corn kernels and simmer for 2 to 3 minutes until heated through.
06 - Reduce heat to low, add cooked noodles to the skillet, and toss until noodles are evenly coated and creamy.
07 - Stir in sliced green onions, distributing them evenly.
08 - Divide creamy ramen among bowls. Top with toasted sesame seeds, extra green onions, and a soft-boiled egg if desired. Serve immediately.

# Pro Tips:

01 -
  • Addictively creamy and spicy, it tastes like ramen from your favorite midnight snack dream.
  • Sweet corn balances the fire in the sauce and gives crunchy surprise in every twirl.
02 -
  • If you overcook the noodles even a little, the sauce gets gloopy and loses its glossy appeal.
  • Toasting the gochugaru (if using) in the butter gives the whole dish a surprising smoky edge.
03 -
  • Ramen texture is all about timing—start your sauce just as the noodles go into boiling water for perfect synchronization.
  • A swirl of butter right at the end amps up silkiness in the sauce like nothing else.
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