Big thanks to James from Lakeside California for this. Okay first things first. He found this at Grocery Outlet in California. Yesterday, I walked over tot our local one in hopes that they might have some other varieties. They had the ones he sent – all the exact same ones. Second, these are definitely what are known as prison ramen; they have the earmarks with the clear packaging which makes it awful hard to smuggle and contraband using the packs. Well, it says it is made in the US so the next question – who makes these? This image of a sachet of Maruchan Creamy Chicken shows the text and font same as on these. But why? They already have a line of products for corrections. Anyways, I’m leaning towards them being the manufacturer – could be totally wrong though. Anyways, let’s give it a try!
Dragon Express Ramen Low Sodium Chicken Flavor – United States
Detail of the packaging (click to enlarge). Looks to be meat free but check for yourself. To prepare, boil noodle 3 minutes in 2 cups water. Add in sachet contents. Finally, stir and enjoy!
An instant noodle block.
A sachet of soup base powder seasoning.
Finished (click to enlarge). Added egg, sesame seed, crushed red pepper, scallion Honestly, the noodle was alright – very baseline. The chicken flavor was very mild but alright. Was about as expected, extra interesting as it’s for prisons. 3.5 out of 5.0 stars. UPC bar code 744234810553.
Amazon – A new prison ramen book
Watch me cook on Instant Noodle Recipe Time!
