Ramyeon (라면) is Korea’s iconic instant noodle, spicy, savory, and cooked in under five minutes. Made from wheat noodles and a concentrated flavor packet, it typically comes in a bold red broth built on gochugaru (Korean chili flakes) or gochujang (fermented chili paste). It is not the same as Japanese ramen, which is a fresh, slow-cooked restaurant dish with a milder broth. Korean ramyeon is pantry food, comfort food, and, if you know what you’re doing, genuinely delicious food. Korea produces some of the best instant noodles in the world. The brands are different, the heat levels vary wildly, and once you know which ones to reach for, it’s hard…