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To cap off this Meet The Manufacturer series, we have a noodle snack. This is a snack – like a trail mix. There are a ton of different kinds out there; most of the ones I’ve tried are from India, like Punjabi mix, and others. The ones from India might have raisins, peanut, almonds, fried bits and more like crunchy seeds and such. Let’s give this a try!
I love this. I have absolutely no clue what aloo tama is. Hmmm… Wikipedia had this to say –
The last one of these I tried with this style of packaging – the veg masala – was really quite good. Let’s try some chicken!
Seems like it’s been a while since I did a tom yum review. I really like tom yum, so hoping this is a great one! Let’s find out.
A couple of days ago I tries the counterpart to this one, the Xtra Spicy Dynamite variety. I think this will be about the same and less spicy but we shall see.
I must say that one of my favorite fascinating things are pizza flavored instant noodles. I’ve often thought it would be neat to make one that’s like pizza – many have been made, few seem truly like pizza. Usually they include a lot of oregano and basil flavor – which is nice. Let’s give this one a try!
It seems the term ‘2x Spicy’ has now entered the international vernacular of instant noodles. This sounds like it’s hot – let’s see if it causes explosions!
Here’s one I’ve seen on my desk before but it’s been awhile. This is a very popular variety. Time for some cooking! I decided after yesterday although I really like and thoroughly appreciate the bowls CG sent, I will use my own due to my lighting situation. Let’s begin!
As I review this one, we’re midway through August and heading towards fall. For you I’m guessing, spring is on it’s way. This sounds like an interesting one for all seasons. Let’s give it a go!
Like Wai Wai, Soaltee is another is another range from CG. But what does it mean? I looked it up on Google and found this –
To start things off, we have this masala curry. It sounds really good! I’ve been a big fan of curry all my life, starting when I was very, very young and my mother would make curried chicken livers over rice. I think about that now and am surprised that was something I liked when I was a kid. There are so many different styles of curry in the world – let’s try this one.
As usual, when I do a Meet The Manufacturer series, I do an unboxing of samples, and here we are. This is a preview of what you’ll see reviewed in the following days, so have a look! Thanks again to CG Foods for sending these all the way from Nepal!
It’s been a little while since I’ve done a Meet The Manufacturer series and very happy to announce a new one today. CG Foods is from Nepal and this is the first Nepali MTM series! You will get to see my reviews of their products for the next bit of time. With that, let’s start with the interview I conducted in order for you to learn more about the company.
Here’s one sent by Marvin R. from Texas – thanks again! This one’s from Nepal and says it’s ‘gundruk’ flavor. Gundruk? Wikipedia?
Today I got this box in the mail from Marvin in Fort Worth, Texas! What’s inside?
We’re greeted by tasty packing peanuts, coffee treats and a card (click to enlarge). Marvin has a coffee and grill business! Check it out if you’re in Fort Worth or online at www.rodakscoffeeandgrills.com
Here’s the last of the Asian Thai Foods Meet The Manufacturer. Fatafat means fast fast! Let’s check it out.
Well, we’ve almost come to the end of this Meet The Manufacturer. It’s been fun and interesting to find out about and try new varieties from Nepal! Here’s one that I found particularly interesting when I sampled the vegetable curry variety. Krrish is a action film series popular in India and Nepal and this ties into that fandom. Let’s check it out.
The vegetable version of Pretti was really good and got very high marks – curious how the chicken flavor will stack up! Let’s check it out.
Here’s another variety of the Miteri noodles. Vegetable! Let’s check it out.
Here’s the back of the package (click image to enlarge). Looks to be vegetarian but check for yourself.
Chicken sounds good – This is an example of a vitamin fortified instant noodle. In areas of the world where many people eat a large amount of instant noodles, vitamins are added to make them healthier. Let’s check these out!
Nope – this is not a reference to the popular South Korean K-Pop group – it’s a reference to the time of day. 2pm is a common time for a quick bite to eat in the afternoon. Let’s have a look.
I think this is one of my new favorite packages – those kids are rockin’ out! Fatafat means ‘fast fast,’ referring to the fact that you can just pop it open and eat it as well as a smaller size for a quick meal. I decided to try the only cooking method I’ve seen this brand mention that I hadn’t tried yet: cook, drain, fry and add seasonings. Let’s check it out!
Here’s another journey into something different. It was mentioned that a lot of people will have these noodles uncooked with the seasoning/oil packets mixed in. Adding tomato ketchup and mayonnaise as well was mentioned. I enquired as to whom the fellow on the package was: “Well it’s the superhero for India. It’s actor Hrithik Roshan on the package. You can Google the movie. Krrsh 3 will be releasing soon this year. Do watch the trailer on YouTube. This product was made to attract kids.” Wow cool! I figured let’s try this out!
Here’s another brown noodle variety from ATF. Rumpum is the flagship product for them. Let’s check it out.
This one is called Miteri and it comes from Nepal. The makers of this product mentioned that coriander is a good garnish for all of their varieties.. I went to the store looking for the stuff and found coriander powder so tried that on the review before last. Then I had a thought to look on Google for coriander as the powder just didn’t seem right. Well guess what? Coriander is known here in the US as cilantro. Needless to say, I went and got some and will use it today! As it turns out, miteri means friend in Nepalese.. Let’s check it out!
Today, I’ll be reviewing something different. I’ve reviewed snack noodles before that have been made into various shapes, ones that start as a block and you crush and add seasoning, but none quite like these. These are in a small packet and in a block – they’re also noodles that have been seasoned already. Asian Thai Foods said that you can simply crush the noodles and have them that way; in fact, it is common that people eat many of their varieties this way – including mixing the seasoning packets and oil packets as well – and eating straight. What I’m going to do with it is add a couple things I’ve found before in namkeens. Namkeens are basically savory snack foods that are kind of like trail mix – they usually contain nuts, seeds, raisins and all sorts of different things depending on the region. Let’s have a try!
Here’s another one from Nepal! Preeti translates to ‘love.’ I love instant noodles, so what better name for them? Let’s check this pack out!
Here’s the first review of the Asian Thai Foods Meet The Manufacturer spotlight! Wow – noodles from Nepal! Let’s have a look at these, called Gaurav. I couldn’t figure out what Gaurav means – if anyone knows, please comment! UPDATE – Thanks for KC Gabby for letting me know that gaurav means pride! Let’s check it out!
All of a sudden, a knock at the door – the FedEx guy! What could it be?
Instant noodles from Nepal! Thanks to Arun and Manish for sending these!
Interview * Samples From Asian Thai Foods * Asian Thai Foods Gaurav Chicken Seasoning * Asian Thai Foods Preeti Instant Noodles With Veg Soup Base * Asian That Foods Joker Ready To Eat Noodles Chicken Flavor * Asian Thai Foods Miteri Instant Noodles Chicken Flavor * Asian Thai Foods Rumpum Vegetable Soup Base * Asian Thai Foods Krrish Instant Noodles Vegetable Curry Flavour * Asian Thai Foods Fatafat Chicken Flavor * Asian Thai Foods 2pm Precooked Noodles Chicken Curry Delight * Asian Thai Foods Rumpum Chicken Soup Base * Asian Thai Foods Miteri Instant Noodles Vegetable Flavor * Asian Thai Foods Preeti Instant Noodles Chicken Soup Base * Asian Thai Foods Krrish Instant Noodles Chicken Flavour * Asian Thai Foods Fatafat Vegetable Flavor
