After being , Korea's Samyang's Buldak instant noodles have . Three were in the European country after the Danish Veterinary and Food Administration labeled the 3x Spicy Hot Chicken, 2x Spicy Hot Chicken and Hot Chicken Ramen Stew too spicy for consumption. The decision was the result of capsaicin levels in the food — it was determined that the level of spice in a single package was too dangerous for consumption and would amount to poisoning.
Capsaicin is the chemical compound in chili peppers that makes them so spicy. One study found that the level of Capsaicin in the ramen packages amounted to the same spice level in a Paqui Carolina Reaper chip, reported. The Paqui Carolina Reaper chip has been the subject of intense controversy after the "One Chip Challenge" took over TikTok and social media, resulting in injury and death to some who consumed the chip.
The challenge was to consume the chip and wait for as long as possible before drinking water or milk or other substances that could dull the pain of the spiciness. Now, the Danish Veterinary and Food Administration announced on Monday that it would be allowing two of the three banned products back into the country for consumers willing and able to take the heat. The 3x Spicy Hot Chicken will not be allowed back on shelves, but the 2x Spicy Hot Chicken and Hot Chicken Ramen Stew are being sold once more, reported.
The decision was reportedly made after an independent analysis by the administration and the Technical Univers.