The food authorities said the instant ramen contained such high capsaicin levels consumers could be poisoned.

Three fiery flavours of the Samyang instant ramen line are being withdrawn: Buldak 3x Spicy & Hot Chicken, 2x Spicy & Hot Chicken and Hot Chicken Stew.

Denmark’s food agency issued the recall and warning on Tuesday, urging consumers to abandon the product.

It’s unknown if any specific incidents have prompted the Danish authorities into taking action.

  • oKtosiTe@lemmy.world
    71·
    5 months ago

    From the Buldak flavors I’ve tried, I’d be much more worried about the sodium levels than capsaicin. Instant noodles commonly contain more than half of your daily recommended maximum salt intake in a single packet.

    I’ve really enjoyed the flavors I’ve tried so far, but do consider them an unhealthy snack and eat no more than one per week.

    • Obi@sopuli.xyz
      41·
      5 months ago

      Yep they’ll be bad on sodium, though overall in terms of calories etc they’re not the worst thing ever.

      Here I can find cups with healthy stuff in them instead, pasta, lentils, etc, so it’s possible to keep the convenience and substitute with healthier alternatives.