Here’s one that came in a Zenpop.jp box – use coupon code THERAMENRATER for a groovy discount!
Here’s what they had to say about this one – ‘It’s nice to balance ramen with some lighter noodles, such as those delicious Soba from Nissin. Soba (そば) are buckwheat noodles, and those prepared in this cup are combined with a Kanto-style soup made with two types of bonito stock, Honbonito and Soda Bonito. They feature a wide variety of ingredients such as tempura flakes, eggs, kamaboko, wakame seaweed, and green onions. Soba noodles have a special meaning in Japan when it comes to the new year. On New Year’s Eve, or Ōmisoka (大晦日), it is a custom for the Japanese to reflect on the past year and jump in the coming year, all while enjoying a bowl of hot soba noodles, called Toshikoshi Soba (年越し蕎麦), or year-crossing noodle. What better way to cross over a symbolic bridge than slurping up soba noodles!’
This post won’t be coming until deep in the heart of 2023, but at the moment it’s January 18th. It’s a Wednesday night, and the kids are finishing their dinner. Our new pet dog Pepper is finally asleep – she’s been really high strung today as we’re learning Labs are as puppies. I’m looking forward to reviewing tomorrow – after running her around a bunch and tiring her out. Let’s check this out.
Nissin no Assari Odashi ga Oishii Donbei Agedama Soba – Japan
Detail of the side panels (click to enlarge). Contains shrimp, pork, chicken, and fish. To prepare, add in clear sachet contents and fill to line with boiling water for 3 minutes. Add in remaining sachets. Finally, stir and enjoy!
Detail of the lid (click to enlarge).
The noodle block.
A dry soup base sachet.
A clear sachet of solid ingredients.
Finished (click to enlarge). Added egg, chashu, narutomaki, sesame seed, shichimi, spring onion, and mung bean sprouts. The aspect of buckwheat soba I generally dislike is the sponfiness of the affair. This one seemed slightly more study which I appreciated quite a bit. Also, the broth was quite good which had a more interesting bonito flavor with rich flavor. The included bits of egg and fish cake added much enjoyment as well. 3.75 out of 5.0 stars. JAN bar code 4902105262849.
Watch me cook on Instant Noodle Recipe Time!
