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#5546: Paldo Kokomen Instant Noodle With Chicken Flavored Spicy Soup – United States

#5546: Paldo Kokomen Instant Noodle With Chicken Flavored Spicy Soup - United States

I’m really happy about finding this one at Boo Han Market in Edmonds, Washington! If you’ve not tried it, I highly recommend it – as long as the new packaging doesn’t mean new recipe at least. This came out quite a while back after a Korean comedian – Lee Kyung Kyu I believe – mentioned it. This is a jalapeno and chicken flavored broth variety. What’s interesting is that it does not have chicken in this one where it once did. It’s made in South Korea – so they would export US chicken to Korea, process it, then send it back in the product. Crazy, eh? Anyways, let’s cook it up! ...see full post

#5545: Fire Bull Stir Fried Ramen Carbonara – United States

#5545: Fire Bull Stir Fried Ramen Carbonara - United States

Found this at Fred Meyer the other day (Kroger). It wasn’t in the Asian foods area, but with the domestic stuff which was interesting. I wasn’t a big fan of their initial variety (standard ultra spicy dry clone) but this has promise. Says it’s spicy too – let’s find out. ...see full post

#5544: Assi Kimchi Rapokki – United States

#5544: Assi Kimchi Rapokki - United States

Found this one at Boo Han Market along with another one. Rapokki is a great thing I really enjoy – a pairing of tteokbokki (cylindrical rice cake) and ramyun (Korean instant noodle). That texture combo alongside a sweet and spicy sauce is really wonderful. Let’s try this variety. ...see full post

#5542: Smart Way Beef Flavor Ramen Noodle Soup – United States

#5542: Smart Way Beef Flavor Ramen Noodle Soup - United States

Okay, this is a big deal I think. I know – it looks very generic; very plain. But this isn’t what Ii see. This is a product of Brazil. It’s a Kroger store brand. Who is making this for them? I’ve no idea. I look at the big players in the Brazilian instant noodle market and mainly see a lot of Nissin Miojo stuff. However, the noodle and sachet style doesn’t lean me in that direction. A six pack – and it’s cheap – I think it was $4 for 2 of these – so I got both this and the chicken yesterday.  I’ve also noticed that on the directions, it’s referring this noodle as pasta. Pasta? Hmm. ...see full post

#5541: Nongshim Tteokbokki Style Noodles – United States

#5683: Nongshim Tteokbokki Style Noodles - United States

This came by way of the creator of Slurp Now, Crunch Later – a blog dedicated to Korean food! Thanks again! I’ve seen this on Amazon and been fascinated. Let’s see what’s within! ...see full post

#5539: Smoko Spicy Beef Noodle Soup – United States

#5539: Smoko Spicy Beef Noodle Soup - United States

Here’s another one from James – thanks! So, Smoko? Hmm – Gemini says…

‘A “Smoko character” is a character from Smoko, an LA-based company that sells cute and whimsical products, such as plush toys and office supplies. The name “Smoko” itself is Australian slang for a short break from work. The company’s characters are based on food, animals, and other adorable concepts, with popular characters including Tayto Potato, Pearl Boba, and Lil B Dumpling’ ...see full post

#5536: Samyang MEP Garlic & Clam Flavor – United States

#5536: Samyang MEP Garlic & Clam Flavor - United States

Okay what is this MEP thing all about? Gemini says “MEP is a new brand of instant ramen by Samyang Foods, standing for Maptaeng (매떵), which is a Korean term that combines “map-da” (spicy) and “taeng-ha-da” (firm, chewy texture).”  Ah okay. – now it’s a little more logical, however I think it could have a little more accessible name… Anyways – garlic and clams. Let’s do this. ...see full post

#5533: Samyang Buldak Sweet & Spicy Korean Chicken Flavor – United States

#5519: Samyang Buldak Sweet & Spicy Korean Chicken Flavor - United States

So this is an interesting deal here. I’ve had the Korean version of this before. It was noted that the Rose US version reminds me of Chick Fil A sauce while the Korean version was amazing. Hmm… I’m curious how this will be… Let’s dive in! ...see full post

#5532: Nora Kitchen Creamy Chicken Sopas – United States

#5332: Nora Kitxchen Creamy Chiicken Sopas - United States

Here’s another from James of Lakeside, California – thanks! Macaroni… Soup? I think this is a Filipino one yet again. Thewse are interesting and so far not bad. Let’s cook it up! ...see full post

#5529: Nora Kitchen Pancit Canton Original Flavor – United States

#5529: Nora Kitchen Pancit Canton Original Flavor - United States

Big thanks to Jame from Lakeside, California for sending this one! So this brand is interesting. Mainly in that they make as lot of Filipino varieties, however it says they’re product of the USA. Are they made here? I dunno I guess they must be? Pancit Canton usually is pretty darn good – let’s give it a try! ...see full post

#5527: Samyang Buldak Taco Spicy Ramen – United States

#5527: Samyang Buldak Taco Spicy Ramen - United States

Tried this awhile back in the pack form. It was really quite decent – tasted like taco seasoning and sauce and noodle. It works. Let’s see how it is in this configuration. ...see full post

#5526: Trailtopia Adventure Food Beef With Mushrooms & Vegetables – United States

#5526: Trailtopia Adventure Food Beef With Mushrooms & Vegetables - United States

Here’s the last of these sent by The Fat Hipster – thanks! So this is camping ramen. I must say the prior varieties were quite bland. I guess we will see on this one. ...see full post

#5518: Ottogi Ppushu Ppushu BBQ Flavor – United States

#5518: Ottogi Ppushu Ppushu BBQ Flavor - United States

Found these at Saar’s Super Saver on Aurora neat Seattle. So it is just vexing me – those little words by the hammer kid – don’t boil it – smash it. I’ll follow the rules, but honestly, I have to try this as a dry noodle soon. Boil it, drain it, add seasoning, stir it up. I bet it’s good! I’ll get one next time at a store. I will reveal the upshot to you! For free! I am happy to! Anyways for now, let’s smash it. ...see full post

#5512: Samyang Original Buldak Spicy Ramen – United States

#5512: Samyang Original Buldak Spicy Ramen - United States

Recently, I got an Instagram message from someone interested in this variety. Not to see what I thought of it, but asking if I had a recent scan of the packaging. They make rad little keychains for sale at events and Etsy soon, so I figured I haven’t done this newer packaging version, so why not? I’m in the mood I think, let’s give it a go. ...see full post

#5511: Gefen Instant Noodle Soup Fat Free Imitation Chicken Flavor – United States

#5511: Gefen Instant Noodle Soup Fat Free Imitation Chicken Flavor - United States

I’ve tried these before. This one is fat free though. I found it while on a long walk looking for something else. I like it when that happens. Let’s try this out; it’s made in Singapore. ...see full post

#5502: Nissin Cup Noodles Ramen Bistro Sichuan Garlic Chicken – United States

#5502: Nissin Cup Noodles Ramen Bistro Sichuan Garlic Chicken - United States

I went out on a walk looking for noodles to review. I found this and another Ramen Bistro variety – been searching for them for over a month. Let’s give this one a try! ...see full post

#5500: Cielo Ramen Mariscos Instant Ramen Noodle Soup – United States

#5500: Cielo Ramen Mariscos Instant Ramen Noodle Soup - United States

Mariscos? Seafood! I’ve wanted to visit the Mexican coast and try all the seafood – I bet it’s really great. I’ve had a lot of seafood outside the US in Asia – and it was amazing. My guess is it’s the same in Mexico. Let’s give this a try! ...see full post

#5496: Ottogi Ppushu Ppushu Tteokbokki Flavor – United States

#5496: Ottogi Ppushu Ppushu Tteokbokki Flavor - United States

HAPPY NO KINGS DAY3! Those who don’t get it won’t get it. Enjoy the party!

Found these are Saar’s Super Saver on Aurora in Seattle. I haven’t reviewed these since their packaging change – it’s been years. Take the power back with a portable snack! Let’s give it a go. ...see full post

#5490: Cielo Ramen Birria Instant Ramen Noodle Soup – United States

#5490: Cielo Ramen Birria Instant Ramen Noodle Soup - United States

Been waiting to get my hands on this one for awhile! I tried Cielo products a while back and been curious about the Birria and Mariscos varieties! This is the Birria and it sounds good – we shall see indeed! Time to cook. ...see full post

#5482: Otoki K-Pop Star’s Secret Spicy Beef Flavor – United States

#5482: Otoki K-Pop Star's Secret Spicy Beef Flavor - United States

Here’s a low cal variety from Otoki (formerly Ottogi). Interesting. I wasn’t a huge fan of the first variety, hopefully this one will fare better. ...see full post

#5481: Nissin Cup Noodles Protein Rich & Savory Beef Ramen Noodle Soup – United States

#5481: Nissin Cup Noodles Protein Rich & Savory Beef Ramen Noodle Soup - United States

Here’s the counterpart to the chicken version, found at the local grocery store. What bums me out is no Thai Curry Hot Pot Fusiuon  Nissin variety at the local store. Idk… Hopefully I’ll run into it soon. Let’s give this one a try. ...see full post

#5460: Samyang Rose Buldak Spicy Ramen – United States

#5460: Samyang Rose Buldak Spicy Ramen - United States

Found this at the Target in Lynnwood, WA by the Alderwood Mall. I tried the cup version a few days ago and was rather disappointed. I’m hoping this is more pleasing. Let’s cook it up. ...see full post

#5457: Paldo Volcano Chicken Carbonara – United States

#5457: Paldo Volcano Chicken Carbonara - United States

The video for this one came out of Christmas Day, 2025 – you can see it at the bottom. I think there’s probably a lot of you that don’t know about my show Instant Noodle Recipe Time – it’s on pretty much every single day at 9am Pacific Time (Vancouver/Los Angeles). I’ve been doing the show for years and I think a lot of YouTube don’t know about me on www.theramenrater.com. Didn’t know I’d find this one over at HMart. I tried the pack version recently… Let’s try the bowl! ...see full post

#5456: Samyang Buldak Potato Chips Quattro Cheese – United States

#5456: Samyang Buldak Potato Chips Quattro Cheese - United States

Here’s the second of three varieties of Buldak potato chips – Quattro Cheese. Definitely one of the latest and popular varieties where their noodles are concerned. Let’s give em’ a try! ...see full post

#5451: Nongshim Shin Ramyun Toomba Stir Fry – United States

#5451: Nongshim Shin Ramyun Toomba Stir Fry - United States

Having deja vu? Well, I made this wrong the first time. It clearly states to fill to the line, however it was a lower line than I saw – so I put in too much water. Prepared in that way, I really enjoyed it – 4.0 out of 5.0 stars. This time, I’m doing it right. Let’s give it a whirl. ...see full post

#5450: Samyang Buldak Potato Chips Habanero Lime – United States

#5450: Samyang Buldak Potato Chips Habanero Lime - United States

Found these at Target – got the other two varieties as well to review. This is weird; I dunno – will they be good? Spicy? Sounds interesting at the least – let’s try ’em. ...see full post

#5449: 3 Mien Ribs Flavored Noodle Soup – United States

#5449: 3 Mien Ribs Flavored Noodle Soup - United States

Another one from James of Lakeside, California – thanks again! Ribs… Hmmm. I guess we will find out. This could go different ways. ...see full post

#5448: Samyang Buldak Rose Spicy Ramen – United States

#5448: Samyang Buldak Rose Spicy Ramen - United States

Had a nice outing last weekend and found a lot of Buldak I’d not reviewed including this one. Ahh, rose. This is one I did a mukbang video of but before I had the chance to edit it, I had deleted it… Oops. Well, not today but soon as I have the pack version as well. Let’s give it a go – I remember I loved the South Korean local pack version immensely. ...see full post

#5447: Nissin Top Ramen Hot Pot Fusions Japanese Garlic Tonkotsu Pork Flavor Ramen Noodle Soup – United States

#5447: Nissin Top Ramen Hot Pot Fusions Japanese Garlic Tonkotsu Pork Flavor Ramen Noodle Soup - United States

The local grocery store keeps providing more stuff all the time it’s really quite interesting. Wasn’t sure of the Korean one but this should be good and last will be the Thai Curry – should I be able to find it. Months later, I still haven’t and would have truly enjoyed finding it, but to no avail everywhere I’ve looked. ...see full post

#5444: Nissin Cup Noodles Hot Wings Garlic Parmesan Flavor – Unites States

#5612: Nissin Cup Noodles Hot Wings Garlic Parmesan Flavor - Unites States

Well, here’s the third. The first was buffalo/ranch flavored – 1 star. Lemon pepper next – 2 stars. This is the last chance. Can we get a good one out of the set? Read on. ...see full post

#5443: Bias Apgu Red Chili Instant Noodles – United States

#5443: Bias Apgu Red Chili Instant Noodles - United States

Say! Here’s a new one – I was contacted by Bias about a new non-fried, Vegan friendly, and low-cal ramyun that’s supposed to be really tasty. Time to find out! ...see full post

#5442: Nissin Cup Noodles Hot Wings Lemon Pepper Flavor – United States

#5610: Nissin Cup Noodles Hot Wings Lemon Pepper Flavor - United States

Well, here’s the second of the trifecta of wings variants from Nissin. The ranch one I did previously? No thanks. Let’s give this a try – I see something promising. ...see full post

#5441: Nissin Cup Noodles Protein Rich & Savory Chicken Flavor Ramen Noodle Soup – United States

#5441: Nissin Cup Noodles Protein Rich & Savory Chicken Flavor Ramen Noodle Soup - United States

Another one I found at Safeway which wasn’t there the day before when I found that Hot Pot Fusion one I reviewed this week. I’ve got strong opinions on this one. If it is indeed rich and savory, that’s what should be concentrated on. I don’t see people looking to instant noodle cups for protein; they’re health conscious. Another point on the whole of the big ‘protein push’ is that chicken is gram for gram protein. You sauté up a small piece of chicken breast – it’s ALL protein. I’ve seen a lot of things come and go in the instant noodle world and I hate to say it, but this looks like it’ll be gone possibly before this posts. But hey – it’s a competitive market and companies have to throw a lot of products at the wall to see which ones stick. Good luck – maybe it will, but I have my doubts. ...see full post

#5439: Nissin Top Ramen Hot Pot Fusions Korean Spicy Beef – United States

#5439: Nissin Top Ramen Hot Pot Fusions Korean Spicy Beef - United States

Hey Nissin you’ve been holding out! This is a new one I found at my local Safeway supermarket of all places. There are two siblings in this range – a tonkotsu and a coconut curry – both of which I’m all over. Let’s try this one. ...see full post

#5437: Samyang Buldak Birria Spicy Ramen Spicy Chicken Artificially Flavored – United States

#5437: Samyang Buldak Birria Spicy Ramen Spicy Chicken Artificially Flavored - United States

I’m very excited about this one – so first off, it is looking like you can only get it from Albertson’s chain store like Safeway, Von’s, Jewel Osco, etc. Second, my son Miles spotted it in our local Safeway. He’s been really keen on doing mukbang lately and trying these variants. What’s a surprise is that he’s autistic and always been very particular about what he eats – never eating hot food, nothing squishy and chewy… That all changed – he’s actually eating this stuff – he even voiced interest in Cheetos mac and cheese. While not the most healthy stuff out there, he’s exploring new foods and that’s a big deal. Anyways, this is new and so I’m rushing it out. It should be noted that birria is primarily beef, goat, or sheep meat and the idea of chicken birria tends to be pretty unheard of in research I’ve done. Let’s go! There will be a cooking video below as well as a mukbang with Miles. ...see full post

#5434: Samyang Tangle Garlic Oil Pasta – United States

#5434: Samyang Tangle Garlic Oil Pasta - United States

This one came by way of James from Lakeside, California – thanks again! I must admit that this range seems to be pretty good stuff. Maybe this is a kind of aglio olio thing? Let’s find out. ...see full post

#5430: Otoki Jin Ramen Spicy Noodle Soup – United States

#5430: Otoki Jin Ramen Spicy Noodle Soup - United States

Here’s another form factor of the Jin range – cups. I’ve reviewed the mild as well. Let hit the spicy! ...see full post

#5429: 3 Mien Beef Flavored Noodle Soup – United States

#5429: 3 Mien Beef Flavored Noodle Soup - United States

Another neat one from James of Lakeside, California. This is an export for the US market from Vietnam. The first one I tried was chicken and it was pretty good. In comes beef. Let’s give it a whirl. ...see full post

#5427: K-Town Spicy Hula Ramyun – United States

#5427: K-Town Spicy Hula Ramyun - United States

Big thanks to James from Lakeside, California for this one! Never seen this before. I don’t know who makes it, however its distributed in New Jersey. Neat packaging… Let’s try it! ...see full post

#5424: Paldo Volcano Chicken Curry Noodle – United States

#5424: Paldo Volcano Curry Chicken Noodle - United States

Found this one at a Grocery Outlet bargain market here in town over the weekend. $2.99 for a 4-pack is pretty good I figure. Last time I tried this it had different packaging – back in 2017. This one took a long time to edit as the pictures had the expiration date over the words ‘That’s Crazy Hot.’ But it came out nice. Let’s cook it up! ...see full post