SUPER CHEESY SAMYANG BULDAK CARBONARA RECIPE | 2026
Prep Time: 2 minutes | Cook Time: 18 minutes | Total Time: 20 minutes | Servings: 2
Learn how to cook this super cheesy Samyang Buldak Carbonara recipe this 2026. This trending noodle recipe is rich, creamy, spicy, and packed with flavor.
We loved using the pink Carbonara Buldak for this version, but you can use other flavors if you prefer. Nori is optional, but it adds a delicious crunch when paired with the noodles and egg.
Cheesy Buldak Carbonara Ingredients
- 1 Pack Buldak Carbonara (Pink)
- Evaporated Milk
- 2 Pieces Sliced Cheese
- Spam
- Nori
- 1 Sunny Side Up Egg
How to Cook Cheesy Buldak Carbonara
Step 1: Fry the Spam
-Add oil in a pan then fry the spam. We used Lite Spam for this recipe. Fry until brown and toasted, then remove and set aside.
Step 2: Parboil the Noodles
-Boil water according to package instructions then add the noodles. Cook for 2 minutes but do not fully cook yet since they will continue cooking later. Drain the water.
Step 3: Simmer with Milk and Cheese
-Add evaporated milk until the noodles are covered. Add the seasoning packets and sauce included in the package. Stir and cook over low heat. Place the cheese on top, cover the pan, and allow it to melt.
Step 4: Finish and Garnish
-Add dried parsley if desired. Turn off the heat and stir until everything is combined. Top with fried spam and a sunny side up egg. Garnish with more parsley and serve with nori.
Tips on Cooking Cheesy Buldak Carbonara
Tip 1: Use seasoning wisely – Taste the sauce before adding all the seasoning packet if you want to control the saltiness.
Tip 2: Control your stove heat – Keep the stove on low heat once you add the milk and cheese so the sauce turns out smooth and glossy.
Tip 3: Assemble nori wraps fresh – Wrap the noodles and egg in the seaweed sheets right before eating to keep the nori crisp.
Beginner Troubleshooting Guide
Problem: The noodles are turning out too mushy
Solution: Stop boiling at exactly two minutes while the noodles still have a firm bite.
What caused it: Overcooking the noodles during the initial boil causes them to become mushy when simmered in milk later.
Problem: The sauce is too thin and watery
Solution: Add only enough evaporated milk to barely cover the noodles.
What caused it: Adding too much milk prevents the sauce from becoming thick and creamy.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Mistake: Boiling the milk on high heat
What people do wrong: They increase the heat to speed up cooking.
How to do it right: Keep the stove on low heat once the milk is added.
Why it matters: High heat can cause the milk to separate or burn at the bottom of the pan.
Alternative Ingredients
-Substitute evaporated milk with fresh whole milk or heavy cream for a richer sauce.
-Use regular Spam, bacon, or sliced hotdogs if Lite Spam is unavailable.
-Quickmelt cheese or shredded mozzarella can replace sliced cheese.
FAQs
Can I make this recipe less spicy?
You can use only half of the spicy sauce packet included with the noodles.
Do I have to use the pink Carbonara Buldak?
No. You can use the original black Buldak or cheese flavor, but the pink Carbonara version creates the creamiest sauce.
Storage & Reheating
Refrigerator: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
Freezer: Do not freeze because the milk and cheese sauce may separate after thawing.
Reheating: Add a splash of milk and reheat gently over low heat until warmed through.
Serving Suggestions
Serve immediately while hot and creamy. Pair it with kimchi or pickled radish to balance the richness and spice.
SUPER CHEESY SAMYANG BULDAK CARBONARA RECIPE | 2026
Ingredients
- 1 Pack Buldak Carbonara Pink
- Evaporated Milk
- 2 Pieces Sliced Cheese
- Spam
- Nori
- 1 Sunny Side Up Egg
Instructions
- Add oil in a pan then fry the spam. We used Lite Spam for this recipe. Fry until brown and toasted, then remove and set aside.
- Boil water according to package instructions then add the noodles. Cook for 2 minutes but do not fully cook yet since they will continue cooking later. Drain the water.
- Add evaporated milk until the noodles are covered. Add the seasoning packets and sauce included in the package. Stir and cook over low heat. Place the cheese on top, cover the pan, and allow it to melt.
- Add dried parsley if desired. Turn off the heat and stir until everything is combined. Top with fried spam and a sunny side up egg. Garnish with more parsley and serve with nori.
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