Here’s an interesting one from Japan found in a Zenpop box – check out zenpop.jp and use the coupon code THERAMENRATER for a discount!
Here’s what they had to say ‘Twice the concentration of dashi, twice the amount of flavor: that’s the philosophy Nissin followed for this delicious cup from the Donbei series (どん兵衛). Those are not ramen noodles, but Udon (うどん) with a smooth and chewy texture, and a refreshing Kansai-style soup made with two types of dashi, bonito and kombu. It features a wide variety of ingredients such as chopped abura-age, fried eggs, kamaboko, wakame seaweed, and green onions.’
I’m pretty certain this isn’t going to be a favorite for me. Let’s find out.
Nissin no Assari Odashi ga Oishii Donbei Kizami Age Udon – Japan
Detail of the side panels (click to enlarge). Contains chicken, pork, and fish. To prepare, add in clear sachet contents and fill to line with boiling water. Cover for 5 minutes. Add in powder base sachet contents. Finally, stir and enjoy!
Detail of the lid (click to enlarge).
A block of udon.
Loose bits from the bowl.
A dry sachet of soup base.
A sachet of little bits.
Finished (click to enlarge). Added spring onion. Udon is flat and very soft. Broth has bonito flavor and very thin. The included bits of egg are quite nice. 3.5 out of 5.0 stars. JAN bar code 4902105262832.
Watch me cook on Instant Noodle Recipe Time!