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#4262: A-Sha Dry Noodle Hello Kitty Mandarin Style Dry Noodles With Supercute Soy Sauce – United States

#4262: A-Sha Dry Noodle Hello Kitty Mandarin Style Dry Noodles With Supercute Soy Sauce - United States

Well, I’ll have you know that my daughter is incredibly pleased this was sent to me. She’s a big fan of Hello Kitty and her friends. My daughter’s name is Mimi, which is the name of Hello Kitty’s sister. Now where it gets weird is that the creator of Hello Kitty says is that she is NOT a cat. She is a girl named Kitty White. Oddly though she does have ears, whiskers, and no mouth. Well, she does in the cartoon and she talks too. Let’s give them a try – definitely one Hello Kitty fans will want to try – should be able to find them at www.ashadrynoodle.com. ...see full post

#4261: Hai Chi Jia Golden Soup Sour Spicy Vermicelli – China

#4261: Hai Chi Jia Golden Soup Sour Spicy Vermicelli - China

This is the third variety of the Hai Chi Jian varieties I got. They’ve been pretty fascinating so far and this one sounds pretty good -let’s give it a go! But wait – who is the guy on the cup (image is below)? I have found out. I found it on a website called GoodyFeed.com – here’s what they had to say – ...see full post

#4257: Naked Noodle Chinese Chow Mein – United Kingdom

#4257: Naked Noodle Chinese Chow Mein - United Kingdom

I’m hoping that this variety does not do to the idea or history of Chinese cuisine what they did to Japanese teriyaki. Chow mein and teriyaki are generally not known to have soup, or a ton of gravy in excess. Let’s find out what we got here, folks. ...see full post

#4256: Hai Chi Jiao Ma Guo Ba Fen – China

Found a whole series of these locally at 99 Ranch Market (yeah that’s how you say it). They all have this fellow on them who I’m pretty sure is a comedian or a magician – I’m not sure. This one is immensely popular in China and features a mala (spicy) broth with chicken notes and special crisp rice. Let’s look within… ...see full post

#4254: Oyatsu Baby Star Crispy Ramen Snack – United States

#4254: Oyatsu Baby Star Crispy Ramen Snack - United States

Nearby where I live, I walk past a community free books/food pantry. I’ve found some interesting things in there – most recently a canned ham. I found this in there and there were a ton of them but only needed one. What is it? It’s a snack, that’s what it is! Let’s check it out. ...see full post

#4253: Mingzhu Konjac Spicy & Sour Noodles – China

#4253: Mingzhu Konjac Spicy & Sour Noodles - China

I’m unsure where this one came from, but I’m going to make a guess that it came from an Exotic Noods subscription box. Ya should head over there and use the coupon code THERAMENRATER – he’s got some great subscription boxes and they represent many countries around the world – very much worth a look. ...see full post

#4251: Sichuan Baijia Chengdu Sweet & Spicy Noodle – China

#4251: Sichuan Baijia Chengdu Sweet & Spicy Noodle - China

Went through my bins and found everything I’d not reviewed. Guess what? Only four things. Yep – I’ve all but caught up! Which is good because more should be here tomorrow with more on the way. I’ve been on a roll lately – really found my groove again. Here’s how my day goes (if anyone cares). Get up, get stuff ready for kids, get stuff ready for reviewing. Review. Get my boy on the bus. Have some oatmeal and peanut butter with my daughter. Edit images and video for the reviews I did. Do some walking back and forth in the apartment. Get my daughter ready. Get her on the bus. Walk ten miles. Get home and get my daughter off the bus. Then my son off the bus. Then start taking pictures of the stuff I’ll review the next day and get those posts ready.  Then we get the kids dinner done, put em to bed, have our dinner, try not to fall asleep/wake up on the couch and then start the whole thing over. Today is a little different. Today is a new tradition I started a couple of weeks ago. It’s B-roll Sunday. What’s that you probably don’t ask? Well, I go out walking with my rucksack on my back with my monopod, the phone I use to shoot Instant Noodle Recipe Time, and a battery brick in search of benches that have decent views and shoot ten or more minutes of video to do time lapse videos. Today I walked to Seattle – and should have some good intros and outros in store for this and the next couple of episodes of the show. But enought about me and this behind the scenes look at things you probably aren’t interested in. Let’s try this one from China. ...see full post

#4250: Mr. HOO Rice Noodle Soup Pho Flavor – United States

#4250: Mr. HOO Rice Noodle Soup Pho Flavor - United States

Here’s one that was sent by James from Lakeside, CA – thanks! I’ve been on a reviewing tear the last week – actually the past couple of weeks. I’m trying to empty bins of varieties I’ve not tried yet. This was in a box above the bins. Anyways, yeah – this is made in South Korea for the US market. Let’s check it out! ...see full post

#4249: Naked Thai-Style Coconut & Lemongrass Ramen Noodles – United Kingdom

#4249: Naked Thai-Style Coconut & Lemongrass Ramen Noodles - United Kingdom#424

Here’s one I dug out of a box. Pretty sure I found this at a grocery store while hunting for pumpkin noodles a few months back. I’ve tried some of these and they’ve been pretty good honestly. Let’s give this one a shot. ...see full post

#4247: Qinsheng Shaanxi Cold Noodle Sour & Spicy Flavor – China

#4247: Qinsheng Shaanxi Cold Noodle Sour & Spicy Flavor - China

This is a Shaanxi cold noodle. So, what’s that? Well, it’s from a region of China. It’s really quite good, but a bit of trouble to cook. But I’m going to cook it. You can always watch me battle with it in the episode of Instant Noodle Recipe Time at the bottom of this post. You can also subscribe to my YouTube channel as I have a new episode of the show every single day. Anyways, let’s give it a try! ...see full post

#4241: Samyang Buldak Quattro Four Cheese Artificial Spicy Chicken Flavor Ramen – United States

#4401: Samyang Buldak Quattro Four Cheese Artificial Spicy Chicken Flavor Ramen – United States

Here’s the second of the two varieties I’ve rushed out that arrived in the mail from MH from the Ramen Junkie group. So… Four cheese… This one’s interesting. First, this is made in South Korea, but packaged for sale in the United States. Second, Hochi looks like she’s dressed up for Halloween. During my research on this one, I found that it’s been in South Korea as well. I also found people trying this variety four months ago – kind of interesting. I wonder if they’ve just been test marketing these in a limited fashion prior to now. In the mukbang video below, I mention I thought I’d only 2 varieties not tried, however that’s not the case. In addition to the creamy carbo and the rose, there’s a jjamppong and a ‘lovely’ variety. Would like to add them to my reviews if anyone’s got some to donate! I did read that someone thought carnitas would go very well with this, and luckily my wife made some last night so I ended up with some nice garnish. Let’s cook these up – don’t forget to watch the mukbang at the bottom as well! ...see full post

#4240: Samyang Buldak Habanero Lime Artificial Spicy Chicken Flavor Ramen – United States

#4400: Samyang Buldak Habanero Lime Artificial Spicy Chicken Flavor Ramen - United States

Well, I’m sure you’ve been curious (or didn’t know) about this one. This is another variety with Hochi wearing some ‘south of the border’ attire. I decided to rush this one out and I’ll be doing the other one tomorrow I think. So much interest in there varieties. This is something different – not the cooking instructions – I’m curious if this is going to be the standard for all of the buldak varieties going forward. Till will tell. I’d like to thank MH, a fellow mod from the Ramen Junkies group for sending this along! Note – this one is made in South Korea and packaged for sale in the United States. Don’t forget to check out the cooking show and the mukbang below! Rushing this one due to popular interest! Let’s give it a go! ...see full post

#4239: Sad Super Hot Noodles Spicy & Sour Glass Noodle Soup – Taiwan

#4239: Sad Super Hot Noodles Spicy & Sour Glass Noodle Soup - Taiwan

So the last one of these I tried ended up being a hellstorm of Sichuan peppercorn I think. I may be wrong, but I’m pretty sure it was. This one’s got a big vinegar sachet, which is undoubtedly full of black vinegar which will provide a sour aspect. Let’s give ‘er a go. ...see full post

#4236: MAMA Instant Dried Jade Noodles Duck Flavour – Thailand

#4236: MAMA Instant Dried Jade Noodles Duck Flavour - Thailand

Wanted to start this post by wishing Miles a happy 7th birthday! Spider Miles aka the Cheez-It king! Hope you have a happy one! He’s not ever awake yet as it’s barely 7am – got a lot of surprises in store! No instant noodle cooking for me today, buddy! Time to bake a cake! Wahooo!!! Still can’t believe he’s going into second grade! ...see full post

#4234: Ramen Express By Chef Woo Vegetarian Soy Sauce Ramen – United States

#4234: Ramen Express By Chef Woo Vegetarian Soy Sauce Ramen - United States

I’ve reviewed quite a few varieties by this new company – I call them new since they’ve only been around for a couple of years. I will say that I’m truly impressed by their products – the pack versions in particular. Really tasty and enjoyable. Let’s give this new soy sauce variety a sample. ...see full post

#4233: Nissin Assari Donbe Umadashi Curry Udon – Japan

#4233: Nissin Assari Donbe Umadashi Curry Udon - Japan

Here’s an interesting one from Japan found in a Zenpop box – check out zenpop.jp and use the coupon code RAMENRATER for a discount! ...see full post

#4232: Nissin Tsuruhashi Fugetsu Yakisoba – Japan

#4232: Nissin Tsuruhashi Fugetsu Yakisoba - Japan

Here’s an interesting one from Japan found in a Zenpop box – check out zenpop.jp and use the coupon code RAMENRATER for a discount! ...see full post

#4229: Nissin V.F.O. Katsu Soba Yakisoba – Japan

#4229: Nissin V.F.O. Katsu Soba Yakisoba - Japan

Here’s one that came in a Zenpop.jp box – use coupon code THERAMENRATER for a groovy discount! ...see full post

#4228: Sapporo Ichiban Shio Ramen Donburi Rishirikonbu Jitate – Japan

#4228: Sapporo Ichiban Shio Ramen Donburi Rishirikonbu Jitate - Japan

Here’s one that came in a Zenpop.jp box – use coupon code THERAMENRATER for a groovy discount! ...see full post

#4227: Sakurai Foods Vegetarian Miso Ramen – Japan

#4227: Sakurai Foods Vegetarian Miso Ramen - Japan

Here’s one I found in an Umai Crate from Japan Crate! They have boxes full of neat Japanese varieties! Check out www.japancrate.com and use the coupon code THERAMENRATER to score a sweet discount and get some neat noodles! ...see full post

#4226: Sapporo Ichiban Garlic Butter Style Shio Karubi Yakisoba – Japan

#4226: Sapporo Ichiban Garlic Butter Style Shio Karubi Yakisoba - Japan

Here’s an interesting one from Japan found in a Zenpop box – check out zenpop.jp and use the coupon code RAMENRATER for a discount! ...see full post

#4225: Maruchan HotNoodle Neo Shoyu – Japan

#4225: Maruchan HotNoodle Neo Shoyu - Japan

Here’s an interesting one from Japan found in a Zenpop box – check out zenpop.jp and use the coupon code RAMENRATER for a discount! ...see full post

#4224: Nissin Menshokunin Miso – Japan

#4224: Nissin Menshokunin Miso - Japan

Here’s an interesting one from Japan found in a Zenpop box – check out zenpop.jp and use the coupon code RAMENRATER for a discount! ...see full post

#4223: Acecook Gamushara Seabura Shoga Shoyu Ramen – Japan

#4223: Acecook Gamushara Seabura Shoga Shoyu Ramen - Japan

Here’s an interesting one from Japan found in a Zenpop box – check out zenpop.jp and use the coupon code RAMENRATER for a discount! ...see full post

#4222: Maruchan Oshima Miso Ramen – Japan

#4222: Maruchan Oshima Miso Ramen - Japan

Here’s an interesting one from Japan found in a Zenpop box – check out zenpop.jp and use the coupon code RAMENRATER for a discount! ...see full post

#4220: Sakurai Foods Vegetarian Shoyu Ramen – Japan

#4220: Sakurai Foods Vegetarian Shoyu Ramen - Japan

Here’s one I found in an Umai Crate from Japan Crate! They have boxes full of neat Japanese varieties! Check out www.japancrate.com and use the coupon code THERAMENRATER to score a sweet discount and get some neat noodles! ...see full post

#4219: Thasiam Noodles Instant Rice Vermicelli With Spicy Herb Soup – Thailand

#4219: Thasiam Noodles Instant Rice Vermicelli With Spicy Herb Soup - Thailand

Here’s one that came in a recent box from Exotic Noods! Exotic Noods delivers monthly boxes with instant noodles varieties from around the world. Go check ’em out and use the coupon code THERAMENRATER for a discount! ...see full post

#4218: Instant Spreads – The Original Mix – United States

For those who aren’t familiar, a ‘spread’ is a term referring to a special meal made in prison by inmates. Here’s what Wikipedia had to say about them – ...see full post

#4217: Lin Jia Ya Tou One Noodle One Soup Spicy Noodle – China

#4217: Lin Jia Ya Tou One Noodle One Soup Spicy Noodle - China

One noodle, one soup. You get some dry noodle with sauce and a bowl of soup on the side – okay? This is the last of this series I found just before Lunar New Year. Let’s check it out! ...see full post

#4216: Ocean’s Halo Organic Vegan Thai Coconut Big Bowl Of Noodles – United States

#4216: Ocean's Halo Organic Vegan Thai Coconut Big Bowl Of Noodles - United States

My wife went to Whole Foods the other day (not a place we usually frequent, however she’s trying out the gluten free thing) and she came across three of these Ocean’s Halo varieties. The first I’m trying if this Thai coconut. Sounds pretty good in theory at least. I guess we should take a look! ...see full post

#4215: Yuanxian Absolutely Yummy Hotpot Sweet Potato Noodle – China

#4215: Yuanxian Absolutely Yummy Hotpot Sweet Potato Noodle - China

Well, hello there! I haven’t been reviewing a lot lately – weather’s been nice and I’ve been walking a lot – did 22 miles last week – on Thursday! Luckily, I’m over a hundred reviews ahead so by the time you see this, it’s probably close to 4 months later than when I wrote this here. Anyways, this one came from Asian Family Market on Aurora a couple days before Lunar New Year. Let’s check it out! ...see full post

#4213: Wei Lih Instant Noodles With Spicy Hot Pot Flavor – Taiwan

#4112: Wei Lih Instant Noodles With Spicy Hot Pot Flavor - Taiwan

Wei Lih is probably most well known for their Wei Lih Men, a variety which has both a soup and a noodle with black bean paste. I’ve never seen this variety before, and it’s been a while since I’ve reviewed anything new from them – or at least new to me. Excited to try this – let’s check it out! ...see full post

#4209: Kings Noodle Hot & Sour – China

#4209: Kings Noodle Hot & Sour - China

The last Kings Noodle variety I tried was absolutely phenomenal, so I’ve got high hopes for this one. This is a single serving variety with a whole lot going on in the box – let’s check it out! ...see full post

#4208: Acecook Debitto Kansyu Toriton Shio Ramen – Japan

#4208: Acecook Debitto Kansyu Toriton Shio Ramen - Japan

Here’s one that came in a Zenpop.jp box – use coupon code THERAMENRATER for a groovy discount! ...see full post

#4207: Xijiu XO Sauce Noodle – China

#4207: Xijiu XO Sauce Noodle - China

This is a tricky one to translate. Big thank you to Kyle over at Mom’s Dry Noodle for your help! I found this one 2 days before Lunar New Year – fancy stuff. XO sauce is really nice stuff too. Let’s give this a go. ...see full post

#4206: Menraku Udon ‘Spicy Kimchi Jjigae’ Taste – United States

#4206: Menraku Udon 'Spicy Kimchi Jjigae' Taste - United States

Here’s another one from James of Lakeside, California – thanks again! This one sounds really good. Once again into the bowl! ...see full post

#4205: Snapdragon Garlic Pho – United States

#4205: Snapdragon Garlic Pho - United States

This one came by way of James of Lakeside, California – thanks again! So these Snapdragon varieties haven’t fared well in my reviews in the past. Hopefully, this one will be a little different. We shall see – let’s give it a go. ...see full post

#4204: Yopokki Kimchi Rapokki – South Korea

#4204: Yopokki Kimchi Rapokki - South Korea

Okay so for those of you who don’t know what tteokbokki is, you needsta figure that out because it’s really quite nice! This is both tteokbokki and ramyun; hence, rabokki. Let’s give this a try. ...see full post

#4203: Maruchan Shiroi Chikara Mochi Udon with Kohaku Mochi – Japan

#4203: Maruchan Shiroi Chikara Mochi Udon with Kohaku Mochi - Japan

Here’s one that came in a Zenpop.jp box – use coupon code THERAMENRATER for a groovy discount! ...see full post

#4202: Menraku Japanese Ramen “Hot & Spicy” Flavor With Chili Garlic – United States

#4202: Menraku Japanese Ramen "Hot & Spicy" Flavor With Chili Garlic - United States

Here’s yet another Menraku variety and it came from James of Lakeside, California – thanks again! I thought this would be a dry variant, but it’s definitely not. I should mention that yes, while this is made in Japan, it’s definitely an export version and that’s why it gets the United States tag at the end. Let’s give it a try! ...see full post