Category: * Stars 4.1 – 5.0

#5305: New Touch Shinshu Miso Ramen – Japan

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#5305: New Touch Shinshu Miso Ramen - Japan

Frank over at 5am Ramen sent me this in a box of varieties – thanks! He’s got some really premium stuff like this for sale – and he does guides and tours over in Japan as well! Here’s what he had to say about this variety – “This instant ramen beautifully showcases Japan’s Nagano region. First of all, “Shinshu” is the ancient name for Nagano. Furthermore, “Shinshu Miso” comes from Nagano and is the most prized type of miso in Japan. This instant ramen features a rich soup with a bright Shinshu Miso flavor. It also includes two toppings straight from Nagano – nozawana (a leafy green) and shimeji mushrooms. Lastly, there’s a little bit of heat coming from shichimi spice prepared by a company that’s famous for it.” ...see full post

#5288: Nongshim Shin X Jayfai Tom Yum Flavor Stir Fry – Thailand

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#5288: Nongshim Shin X Jayfai Tom Yum Flavor Stir Fry - Thailand

Big thanks to Pher Engi for sending this one! A lot of the packaging is in Thai as well as English so I’m guessing it’s for sale in Thailand? Tricky, this one. I’m really curious about this – she also sent a soup version as well. After a little research, it turns out this is available at 7 Eleven in Thailand, so I was on the right track. Also, Jay Fai is a Michelin starred chef. Let’s give this a try! ...see full post

#5282: Yang Zhang Gui Bowl Noodle Hong Kong Style Rich Sauce – China

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#5282: Yang Zhang Gui Bowl Noodle Hong Kong Style Rich Sauce - China

Big thanks to Pher Engi for this one! When she was at a noodle shop, she asked if I’d like to review it. It had zero english on it and so of course I was game. Turns out there’s english info on the bottom of the bowl. This one has two types of noodle – vermicelli, wheat noodle as well. Not only that, it’s got an egg! Stewed egg isn’t my favorite, but it’s quite interesting to see. Let’s give this neat one a try! ...see full post

#5278: Myojo Ippei-Chan Night Shop Yakisoba – Japan

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#5278: Myojo Ippei-Chan Night Shop Yakisoba - Japan

Here’s a variety that I found in one of MiauMall’s Nakama Noodles subscription boxes! These boxes are discontinued, however you can find their stuff at MiauMall – here is what they said about this one – “”Most of the fun this holiday season happens when the sun goes down. That’s why we got you a classic bowl of yakisoba inspired by nighttime shops and stalls! These noodles come with a tasty sauce and a slightly spicy mayo for tons of tasty yakisoba flavor and goodness!” ...see full post

#5271: Myojo Chukazanmai Sichuan Restaurant Style Mapo Tofu Ramen – Japan

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Here’s a variety that I found in one of MiauMall’s Nakama Noodles subscription boxes! These boxes are discontinued, however you can find their stuff at MiauMall – here is what they said about this one – ” Let’s see what they had to say about this one – “Is there any better way to start the Year of the Snake than with Chinese food ramen? This cup from the famous shop Sisen is inspired by their famous Mapo Tofu! With tasty non-fried noodles in a Sichuan Mapo soup, this cup is packed with flavor and (pleasant) spice!” ...see full post

#5264: Hui Wei Zan Duck Broth Vermicelli Soup – China

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#5264: Hui Wei Zan Duck Broth Vermicelli Soup - China

Thank you to Exotic Noods for sending this along! So, this is the North American version. Overseas, it’s a duck blood vermicelli. It’s kind of funny – on the front of the box it has a cartoon like image and then it says serving suggestion. I don’t think I’ll be able to find a duck winking with a thumbs up – I could possibly find a rubber duch… I think I’ll just cook it and appreciate the suggestion and decline. ...see full post

#5262: Bibigo Squid Game Tteokbokki Rice Cake With Sweet & Spicy Sauce – United States

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#5262: Bibigo Squid Game Tteokbokki Rice Cake With Sweet & Spicy Sauce - United States

We were at HMart and saw these – couldn’t resist. Who could resist a nice plate of tteokbokki in between watching people get slaughtered while playing children’s games? I’m hopeful on this one; I really like tteokbokki. I should also mention – this is my 2,500th episode of Instant Noodle recipe Time – it’s down at the bottom. I forgot about that, so episode 2,501 will have a little more about that. Let’s give it a try. ...see full post

#5260: Samyang Cootiq Truffle Pasta – South Korea

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#5260: Samyang Cootiq Truffle Pasta - South Korea

Big thanks to Noodle Journey for this one! My God – what a past few weeks. We’ve gone through some seasonal colds, holidays, ice, snow, snow days… I have been stuck at home, so I’ve been reviewing – a LOT! Just want to go outside and walk around but it’s been hell getting to be able to. Yesterday was a snow day and it melted a lot – this morning it got into the mid 20s – so all that melt has turned into ice. Bah. It’s not permanent – it’s not like, forever, though… ...see full post

#5257: Baixiang Yummy Soup Mutton Flavor Noodles – China

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#5257: Baixiang Yummy Soup Mutton Flavor Noodles - China

When I get to review a Baixiang variety, I get a little excited. I’ve always liked these – and this one’s unique – mutton! Wish I had some for garnish… But that’s okay it should be good stuff. I actually emailed Baixiang last night in hopes of a collab, so that could be happening. For now, let’s give this a try! ...see full post

#5248: Myojo Charumera Yuzu Shio Yakisoba – Japan

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#5248: Myojo Charumera Yuzu Shio Yakisoba - Japan

Here’s a variety that I found in one of MiauMall’s Nakama Noodles subscription boxes! These boxes are discontinued, however you can find their stuff at MiauMall – here is what they said about this one – “With all of these rich flavors, you’ll need something with a touch of freshness to it! That’s where this tasty bowl of yakisoba comes in with super refreshing yuzu from Japan’s own Kochi prefecture combined with a tasty salt-based sauce, perfect for a tasty, light bite!” ...see full post

#5240: Ottogi Chicken Flavor Ramen Noodle Soup – United States

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#5240: Ottogi Chicken Flavor Ramen Noodle Soup - United States

Well, as I type this is January 30th, 2025. Just had almost a full week of kids being sick and at the tail end while the kids are now back to school, we’ve got a cold. Feels like I got punched in the nose, my eyes are drippy, and I feel beat. Chicken instant noodles sound like a nice restorative, although I’ve got to go to the store and get scallions this morning. I feel the whole ‘I don’t want to do anything’ voice in my head but I learned a while back that if you listen to that voice, it’ll get its way. So onward! This one was sent by James from Lakeside, California – thanks again! I did get another from this interesting Ottogi range a while back. I want to say this is one that ends up in Mexico often – unsure. Anyways, on with it. ...see full post

#5233: Samyang Buldak Sweet Korean Fried Chicken Flavor – South Korea

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#5233: Samyang Buldak Korean Fried Chicken Flavor - South Korea

Big thanks to Noodle Journey for this one! This is a new variety and it’s all in Korean. What might confuse people here is that they may have thought this would be the flavor of it the whole time. This is not. The flavor of Buldak is the flavor of the sauce that goes on Korean Fried Chicken. Original Buldak doesn’t taste like chicken. I have fought with people over this misconception. ‘But there’s chicken seasoning in it!’ Yes, perhaps in some, however in another Korean variety – a beef flavor, there’s pollock (fish) and no beef. Is it fish flavor? In Pumpkin Spice cup noodle, there’s garlic. Is it garlic flavored? No. These different ingredients are part of the arsenal of food scientist ingredients used to approximate different flavors. Anyways, let’s give this a try! ...see full post

#5218: Prima Taste Singapore Laksa LaMian – Singapore

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#5218: Prima Taste Singapore Laksa LaMian – Singapore

Well, this is the third of three varieties I’m reviewing from Prima Taste – This one’s the regular laksa – not wholegrain. It’s got a new size – smaller than the original. It’ll show up in the US at some point. I tried this back in 2013 and was floored with how good it was. From the noodle to the broth, it sings. Let’s cook! ...see full post

#5214: Maruchan Seimen Miso Ramen – Japan

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#5214: Maruchan Seimen Miso Ramen - Japan

Here’s a variety that I found in one of MiauMall’s Nakama Noodles subscription boxes! These boxes are discontinued, however you can find their stuff at MiauMall – here is what they said about this one – “Let’s get back to basics with a tasty bowl of miso ramen that will provide that warm, comfy feeling this holiday is about! With plenty of deep, delicious flavor and springy noodles, this pack is sure to satisfy.” ...see full post

#5210: Ayam Singaporean Laksa Noodles – Hong Kong

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#5210: Ayam Singaporean Laksa Noodles - Hong Kong

Well, this is the last of the Ayam varieties – laksa. I’ve got a few laksa varieties I’m doing this week, some releasing in order, some getting out sooner than later. When I make laksa (if possible) there are a few things I really like to include when I garnish. You may have noticed my laksa of mung bean sprout recently – well, that’s a must. Fishball, tofu puff, and mint. That’s the quartet I like to have on hand. Of course, egg as well. This one’s showing shrimp as well, so I think I’ll include that in lieu of fish ball. Well, let’s cook some laksa! ...see full post