Category: China

#5553: Unif Bowl Instant Noodles – Shrimp Fish Flavor – China

#5553: Unif Bowl Instant Noodles - Shrimp Fish Flavor - China

Here’s one made in China and packaged for the US – as well as other countries. Shrimp. Fish. Let’s do it. ...see full post

#5513: Freshippo Vegetarian Noodles – China

#5513: Freshippo Vegetarian Noodles - China

Hippopotamus noodle, eh? No, no Moo Deng in here, sorry fans… It’s Vegetarian-friendly. This one’s interesting and took a bit of research to figure out how it ticks. The package is interesting too – lots of odd perforations going on. Let’s give it a go! ...see full post

#5509: Tian Xiao Hua Spicy Red Oil Thin Potato Noodles – China

#5509: Tian Xiao Hua Spicy Red Oil Thin Potato Noodles - China

There are a lot of these bag style products – especially at Chinese-centric Asian grocery stores here in the US. I think they might get overlooked by my more exploratory community, considering they’re a little more spendy and hey – the price and not knowing the flavors may make one more risk averse insofar as liking them. That being said, you should try them – do it! This is a dry and saucy variety – let’s give it a whirl. ...see full post

#5503: Galanlang Lanzhou Style Beef Flavor Noodle Soup – China

#5503: Galanlang Lanzhou Style Beef Flavor Noodle Soup - China

So I was thinking have I had this one before? Getting a variety 2x really isn’t something I like to do, but it does happen. Well, the name is the same as others but thiis is different. Let’s delve into this thing. ...see full post

#5495: Duojiaochaomifen China Qianfen Xishi Chopped Pepper Fried Rice Noodles Spicy Flavor – China

#5495: Duojiaochaomifen China Qianfen Xishi Chopped Pepper Fried Rice Noodles Spicy Flavor - China

Wow. I didn’t know what I was in for with this one! The noodle has to be boiled for 40 minutes! That’s a long time. The other way is to soak the noodles for 12 hours then only boil for 15 minutes instead. Sheesh! Guess we’ll have to figure that out as far as time goes. It definitely sounds good! Let’s give it a try. ...see full post

#5462: Baixian Yummy Soup Pickled Cabbage Fish Flavor Noodles – China

#5462: Baixian Yummy Soup Pickled Cabbage Fish Flavor Noodles - China

Found this one at 99 Ranch Market,  Curious – usually it’s pickled cabbage beef, not fish. Let’s give it a try! ...see full post

#5459: Baixiang Artificial Spicy Beef Soup Flavor Instant Noodles – China

#5459: Baixiang Artificial Spicy Beef Soup Flavor Instant Noodles - China

I think my first introduction to this brand was when I found it up at a store in Richmond, BC called Big Crazy. That place was pretty crazy. Anyways, Since then I’ve been a fan of almost everything of theirs I’ve tried. Let’s see what the little elephant has cooked up today! ...see full post

#5452: Samyang Buldak Spicy Banana Ramen – China

#6611: Samyang Buldak Spicy Banana Ramen - China

A big thanks to The Fat Hipster for sending this my way. Yep – banana. That’s bananas. Well, it works for me – that sounds bizarre and IU like bizarre in a sea of just plain chicken varieties on the market. I expect cries of ‘dude I need to try this – where can I get it?’ Book a flight to China or spend a lot of money is my guess. This one seems to be made in South Korea, however it’s China-exclusive. There will of course be a cooking vid and a mukbang below. Let us delve into bananamonium. ...see full post

#5445: Baixiang Artificial Creamy Hot Chicken Flavor Instant Noodles – China

#5445: Baixiang Artificial Creamy Hot Chicken Flavor Instant Noodles - China

Found this at 99 Ranch Market – sounds interesting and nice to find a spicy one from China. Guessing this will be kind of like a carbonara style. Let’s give it a try! ...see full post

#5393: Baoji Gan Mian Pi Xiangwei Shizu Baobao Cold Noodle – China

#5393: Baoji Gan Mian Pi Xiangwei Shizu Baobao Cold Noodle - China

This one was hiding in my meager hamper stash – found it at S*Mart in Bellevue, Washington. First off, this is a cold noodle – good for during hot weather – which we’re getting toward as the day I’m reviewing this is the last day of spring. You can steam these or microwave them – and the latter sounds like the easier option. I am making this on the last day of school for the kids. Egad. Let’s get started. ...see full post

#5387: Tian Xiao Hua Wide Noodles Sesame Paste Flavor – China

#5387: Tian Xiao Hua Wide Noodles Sesame Paste Flavor - China

The last of this range – found them at S*Mart in Bellevue, WA. I do like sesame paste – let’s give it a go! ...see full post

#5381: Dujosoo Buckwheat Chongqing Noodles – China

#5381: Dujosoo Buckwheat Chongqing Noodles - China

I’m not usually a big fan of buckwheat noodles, however this piques my curiosity. Not much else to do but give them a try! ...see full post

#5378: Sichuan Baijia Instant Konjac Noodles (Lemon Sour & Hot Flavor) – China

#5378: Sichuan Baijia Instant Konjac Noodles (Lemon Sour & Hot Flavor) - China

Well look at this – a unique Chinese variety. Make sure you look at the cooking directions – should find them interesting. Let’s give these a try – konjac noodle is ivery low cal. ...see full post

#5376: Tian Xiao Hua Broad Potato Noodle Spicy Red Oil Flavor – China

#5376: Tian Xiao Hua Broad Potato Noodle Spicy Red Oil Flavor - China

I tried another one of these recently – found at S*Mart in Bellevue, Washington. Anyways, they’re thick things. Red oil? Sounds ominous – let’s do it. ...see full post

#5372: A-Kuan Mashed Pea With Chongqing Noodle (Hot Spicy Flavor) – China

#5372: A-Kuan Mashed Pea With Chingqing Noodle (Hot Spicy Flavor) - China

I’ve had golden pea variants and they’ve been good – but mashed pea? Maybe this is liked the mashed potato one I reviewed recently. Let’s give it a try! ...see full post

#5346: Hi A’Kuan Rice Noodle Garlic Crayfish Flavor – China

#5346: Hi A'Kuan Rice Noodle Garlic Crayfish Flavor - China

Another from S*Mart! When I opened this pack the smell of garlic was real strong – curiosity has me in its grips… Last time I had a crayfish flavor variety from China it was violently spicy… Let’s give it a whirl! ...see full post

#5343: Hi A’Kuan Mashed Potato With Noodles Tomato Paste – China

#5343: A-Kuan Mashed Potato With Noodles Tomato Paste - China

This one looks interesting – check out that yelling guy! Mashed potato and tomato – alright that’s different. Let’s go! ...see full post

#5341: Guangyou SiChuan Take Food Material – China

#5341: Guangyou SiChuan Take Food Material - China

I’m really not sure about this one. It’s rather heavy and I’m having trouble finding instructions on its preparation – but I’ll get t the bottom of it. ...see full post

#5330: Taktu x Sichuan Smacks Shaxian Dry Noodles Peanut Butter Flavor – China

#5330: Taktu x Sichuan Smacks Shaxian Dry Noodles Peanut Butter Flavor - China

We found this one at the new T&T Supermarket in Bellevue, Washington. It was out first visit and found some neat stuff there, although I really expected their noodle aisle to be so much more impressive than it ended up being. Did find a nice array of things, though. Let’s try this interesting little box. ...see full post

#5327:Tian Xiao Hua Broad Potato Noodle Hot & Spicy Flavor – China

#5327:Tian Xiao Hua Broad Potato Noodle - China

Here’s one I found at S*Mart – shop smart, shop S*Mart! Awhile back I reviiewed some varieties that were much like this and were incredibly good. Fingers crossed. Actually, today is a big day – this week, I shot the video for six top ten lists – all in one session. Just got the 2025 global top ten all ready for release as I type (it’s 4/17/25 today so you can see it already), and the last time I did a regular review was twenty days ago. So, I’m pretty stoked to do some reviewing again. Let’s give this one a try! ...see full post

#5319: Yang Zhang Gui Vermicelli & Noodle Sour Spicy Soup – China

#5319: Yang Zhang Gui Vermicelli & Noodle Sour Spicy Soup - China

Big thanks to Pher Engi for sending this along! These are really neat varieties and they come with braised egg or braised quail egg! Let’s see what is in there! ...see full post

#5311: Happysnail Liuzhou Snail Rice Noodles (Crayfish Taste)

#5311: Happysnail Liuzhou Snail Rice Noodles (Crayfish Taste)

First, big thanks to James from Lakeside California for sending this. So, I’m generally not a huge fan of river snail noodle, however this one seems like it’s been very popular. There’s a tom of sachets. A ton. Let’s give it a go. ...see full post

#5303: Yang Zhang Gui Braised Bowl Beef With Tomato – China

#5303: Yang Zhang Gui Braised Bowl Beef With Tomato - China

I’m really intrigued with these bowls. This was sent by Pher Engi – thanks again! A beef tomato eh? It looks to have a nice little spherical surprise – let’s have a look! ...see full post

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

#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

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

#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

#5257: Baixiang Yummy Soup Mutton Flavor Noodles – China

#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

#5254: Ramen Talk Tomato Meatballs Ramen – China

#5254: Ramen Talk Tomato Meatballs Ramen - China

Big thanks to Noodle Journey for sending this along! I did a bunch of Ramen Talk reviews previously, but this one’s very new to me. These are really quite good in general and we shall see how this one goes. Tomato meatball seems very much like spaghetti soup… Hmmm… ...see full post

#5251: JML Big Soup! Big Taste! Seafood Flavour – China

#5251: JML Big Soup! Big Taste! Seafood Flavour - China

Big thanks to James from Lakeside, California for sending this one! He also included a tin of something called krill meat he recommended for seafood varieties, so gonna give that a try. Let’s cook! ...see full post

The Ramen Rater’s Top Ten Instant Noodle Bowls Of All Time 2025 Edition

The Ramen Rater's Top Ten Instant Noodle Bowls Of All Time 2025 Edition

I’ve noticed over the years that some people are all about bowls vs packs. Why? I’m not exactly sure. I would reckon that steeped noodle consistency might be more their thing, although many are microwavable these days. To be honest, my take is that I don’t really care what it’s in, I just want to review it. These are my favorite ten bowls, picked from reviews I’ve done up to number 5,150. There’s a few neat changes to the list this year, so I invite you to check out The Ramen Rater’s Top Ten Instant Noodle Bowls Of All Time 2025 Edition and hopefully you find a few you want to try! ...see full post

#5194: Fan’s Kitchen FOOD TOUR IN CHINA – Shanxi Daoxiao Noodles – China

#4954: Fan's Kitchen FOOD TOUR IN CHINA - Shanxi Daoxiao Noodles - China

Whoa check this out – I’ve never seen Fan’s Kitchen varieties in anything but cups before… Curious what it’s all about. Well, let’s try it! ...see full post

#5179: Yuan Xian Hot and Sour Vermicelli – China

#5179: Yuan Xian Hot and Sour Vermicelli - China

Big thanks to Daniel over at ExoticNoods.com – this one sounds good! Sour spicy Chinese variety, here we go! ...see full post

#5143: Zhoujunji Leishi Chong Qing Gan Liu Xiao Mian – China

#5143: Zhoujunji Leishi Chong Qing Gan Liu Xiao Mian - China

Found this one at S*Mart. Shop smart! Shop S*Mart! So all I know is that at the end it says it’s xiao mian (chow mein) so it’s brothless. Peppers floating in the aether imply heat. Chongqing is regional. Okay, let’s muddle… ...see full post

#5141: Baixiang Instant Noodles Coriander Noodle – China

#5141: Baixiang Instant Noodles Coriander Noodle - China

Hey big thanks to Daniel over at Exotic Noods for sending this over! I am a big fan of coriander (cilantro) and this one seems to have a lot of it. It’s funny; the coriander we get here in the stores is so dark and I try to find it a lighter shade but it’s never very healthy stuff. I don’t know why. Anyways, Let’s give this a try. ...see full post

#5140: Nan Shan Po Shaxian Noodles With Chili Crisp – China

#5006: Nan Shan Po Shaxian Noodles With Chili Crisp - China

Well, I think it’s time for a break. I’ve done quite a few reviews this week and I’m so far ahead. As I write this it’s May 2nd, 2024. Weather’s getting nicer. I might do some more soon though as there’s a lot of rain in the forecast… But anyways, I had one the other day that mentioned Shaxian style noodles and this one sounded interesting as that one the other day was incredible! Well, let’s give it a go! ...see full post

#5123: JML Big Soup! Big Taste! Artificial Hot & Sour Pork Bone Flavor – China

#5123: JML Big Soup! Big Taste! Artificial Hot & Sour Pork Bone Flavor – China

Big thanks to James from Lakeside, California for this one! Yeah these are big, that’s for sure – really big. Like huge. Let’s cook it up! ...see full post

#5120 Nissin Demae Iccho Tonkotsu Flavour Instant Ramen Noodles – Hong Kong

#6120 Nissin Demae Iccho Tonkotsu Flavour Instant Ramen Noodles - Hong Kong

We went out on Saturday – the kids were so good last week at school so we had to give them an outing to the mall. Nice to get out. Well, Sunday we all had sore throats and the kids were coughing. Today is Monday and my wife Kit and I sound like we gargled with scouring pads and our throats are sore as can be. Ugh. It never fails; the kids go back to school, everybody gets sick. I’m up early – first one up and typing away at this point. No ten miles of walking for me today. I think at least one kid will be home today too. Guess we will see. Anyways, it should be an interesting episode of Instant Noodle Recipe Time at the bottom of this post today – I’m guessing I’m going to sound like Barry White. But tonkotsu really sounds good – so I’ll do it up. Let’s give it a try. Oh – I found it along with two others in the range at a store at the mall called Miniso – okay, on with it. ...see full post

#5117: JML Udon Noodles With Tonkotsu – China

#5118: JML Udon Noodles With Tonkotsu - China

Here’s one sent by James from Lakeside, California – thank you! Wasn’t sure if I’d had this one however the other I’ve had from this range was udon with seafood flavor. Let’s toss in some chashu and give it a go! ...see full post

#5104 Haichijia Broad Noodle Chili Oil Buckwheat – China

#4961 Haichijia Broad Noodle Chili Oil Buckwheat - China

I’ve really liked the other two from this range and rather bummed that this is the last one… I’m curious how it’ll be – buckwheat eh? Let’s give it a try! ...see full post

#5097: Sichuan Baijia Ancient Jinli Street Chengdu Style Hot & Sour – China

#5097: Sichuan Baijia Ancient Jinli Street Chengdu Style Hot & Sour - China

Found this one at 99 Ranch Market recently. Man, I just have to say what a week. Got COVID (granted this is August so hopefully I don’t have COVID when I’m posting this) and it’s just been hell. Lots of headache, dizziness. When I got COVID in January of 2021, I ended up with a blood clot in my lung. The second time (first was after going to Taiwan). So my doc put me on a blood thinner , effectively for the rest of my life. Well, headache and dizziness can be indicative of a blood clot. Well, not this time – usually that has to do with the fact that you’re not getting enough oxygen. Usually your heart rate will go up as well. So, it’s just the sick beating the heck out of me. It got bad enough to go to urgent care yesterday and they were like yeah you have COVID – no reason to think it’s a blood clot in your lungs or anything. So that’s good, however I still feel like crap. It’s Tuesday. I took picture of this and the last two varieties on Tuesday – of last week. It’s literally taken me that much time to get these post frameworks done before I’m even close to cooking. I might cook tomorrow, I dunno. But I think I’m coming out of the funk. I sure hope so… Anyways, let’s see about this one. ...see full post

#5095: Tong Wan Fu Salted Egg Yolk Noodles – China

#5095: Tong Wan Fu Salted Egg Yolk Noodles - China

Big thanks to Daniel over at ExoticNoods for sending this over! Well, this will publish way later, but at the moment, I’m sick. It’s mid August. Just a crummy deal. Especially today – it’s my son Miles’s birthday today! Wanted to do a bunch of fun stuff but can’t stand for very long – hoping its a sinus infection . Started with COVID the other day and was feeling better then egad whomp. Anyways, Happy Birthday to Miles! ...see full post