Category: Other

#4085: Seven&i Premium/Myojo Ryu Shanghai Spicy Miso Ramen – Japan

#4085: Seven&i Premium/Myojo Ryu Shanghai Spicy Miso Ramen - Japan

This looks interesting – it came in a 5am Ramen subscription box! I’m gonna say these are the most premium boxes currently available. Check em out at www.instantramen.jp and use the coupon code THERAMENRATER for a discount! ...see full post

#4198: John’s Braised Scallion Oil Noodles – Taiwan

#4198: John's Braised Scallion Oil Noodles - Taiwan

These showed up a little while ago at my door all the way from Taiwan – I love a good dry noodle and really curious about these. I first spoke with someone from the company about 2 years ago and now they’re here! Let’s give them a try! ...see full post

#4081: Itsuki Small Soy Sauce Nyumen – Japan

#4081: Itsuki Small Soy Sauce Nyumen - Japan

Today, we have one that was part of Japan Crate’s Umai Crate. So Japan Crate is a subscription service which has all sorts of different options for you. pretty neat stuff from Japan! There’s a coupon code for you too – just use THERAMENRATER to get a special discount at check out. ...see full post

#4079: Sokensha Germinated Brown Rice Ramen – Japan

#4079: Sokensha Germinated Brown Rice Ramen - Japan

Today, we have one that was part of Japan Crate’s Umai Crate. So Japan Crate is a subscription service which has all sorts of different options for you. pretty neat stuff from Japan! There’s a coupon code for you too – just use THERAMENRATER to get a special discount at check out. ...see full post

#4077: Igarashi Seifun Shoyu Ramen – Japan

#4077: Igarashi Seifun Shoyu Ramen - Japan

Today, we have one that was part of Japan Crate’s Umai Crate. So Japan Crate is a subscription service which has all sorts of different options for you. pretty neat stuff from Japan! There’s a coupon code for you too – just use THERAMENRATER to get a special discount at check out. ...see full post

#4076: Nissin Cup Noodles Stir Fry Rice With Noodles Thai Yellow Curry Flavor – United States

#4076: Nissin Cup Noodles Stir Fry Rice With Noodles Thai Yellow Curry Flavor - United States

Big thanks to James from Lakeside, CA for sending this over! At first I was curious how they would go about doing this and then I opened the lid. Crushed noodles. I had a quick ‘a-ha’ moment and remember way back I reviewed good old #1506. 1506 was Nissin Mug – which was a variety from India and almost the same thing – instant noodles that are in rice sized lengths. This however has both the short crushed noodles AND rice. I’m very intrigued and curious about this. This right here is the kind of innovation and unique thing I have been talking about – and seeing something like this in the US market is a thrill, honestly. Let’s take a look and give this one a try! ...see full post

#4072: iNoodle Flat Noodle Soy Sauce Flavor – Taiwan

#4072: iNoodle Flat Noodle Soy Sauce Flavor - Taiwan

Here’s one I found at a small neighborhood market in Bellevue called S-Mart – like from Army Of Darkness but a small Asian store. Let’s check this one out! ...see full post

#4071: Artisan Chongqing Style Noodles – China

#4071: Artisan Chongqing Style Noodles - China

Here’s one I found at Asian Family Market on Aurora near Shoreline. Pretty rad place to find neat new stuff to review. Never seen this Artisan branding before – let’s check it out! ...see full post

#4069: Maruchan Kuroi Buta Curry Yakisoba – Japan

#4069: Maruchan Kuroi Buta Curry Yakisoba - Japan

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

#4067: Noodie Smoky Garlic Irresistible Ramen – United States

#4067: Noodie Smoky Garlic Irresistible Ramen - United States

I’m absolutely fascinated and enamored with this new brand. Their products are very uniquely packaged for one, and for two, they’re quite good – at least that was my experience with their peanut chili variety. Let’s give the smoky garlic a try in hopes that it’s got some serious garlic flavor going on! ...see full post

#4066: Yumei Noodle With Scallion Oil – United States

#4066: Yumei Noodle With Scallion Oil - United States

Alright so first off – this is made in China, however the package is definitely made for sale in the United States. Second, I found this at Asian Food Center on Hwy 99/Aurora by Shoreline, WA – definitely a great place to visit every couple of months. I’ve found tons of unique variants there. Let’s check it out! ...see full post

#4064: Ramen Express By Chef Woo Hotter & Spicier Chili – United States

#4064: Ramen Express By Chef Woo Hotter & Spicier Chili - United States

To be honest, this makes me very happy. I’ve really found the Ramen Express varieties to be quite good, and now they’re easily found at Walmart. I’m not extremely keen on the cup versions (although I haven’t had the new shrimp variety so maybe they’ve changed; I will soon), but the packs have a great noodle and very nice flavors. I’m unsure if this is different than the origininal hotter and spicier variety; this one tacks ‘chili’ on the end and has different packaging. Saw it at Walmart a couple of days ago. ...see full post

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#4063: Nissin Tokyo Abura Soba – Japan

#4063: Nissin Tokyo Abura Soba - Japan

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

#4061: Menraku Japanese Ramen “Spicy Sesame” – United States

Menraku Japanese Ramen "Spicy Sesame" - United States

This one came from Exotic Noods! Exotic Noods has great monthly subscription boxes with products from around the world. Worth a look! Use coupon code THERAMENRATER for a discount! ...see full post

#4060: Nissin Raoh Miso Flavor Ramen Noodle Soup – United States

Nissin Raoh Miso Flavor Ramen Noodle Soup - United States

This one came from Exotic Noods! Exotic Noods has great monthly subscription boxes with products from around the world. Worth a look! Use coupon code THERAMENRATER for a discount! ...see full post

#4059: J-Basket Japanese Style Noodle Soup Curry Flavor – United States

#4059: J-Basket Japanese Style Noodle Soup Curry Flavor - United States

This one came from Exotic Noods! Exotic Noods has great monthly subscription boxes with products from around the world. Worth a look! Use coupon code THERAMENRATER for a discount! ...see full post

#4058: KampongKu Mamak Fried Noodles – Malaysia

#4058: KampongKu Mamak Fried Noodles - Malaysia

The first one I tried was a chunky garlic and black pepper, however this one is mamak. What’s that? Here’s something from food5 ...see full post

#4056: Acecook Nohara Hiroshi Addictive Bean Sprout Miso Ramen – Japan

#4056: Nohara Hiroshi Addictive Bean Sprout Miso Ramen - Japan

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

#4055: KampongKu Garlic Black Pepper Fried Noodles – Malaysia

#4055: KampongKu Garlic Black Pepper Fried Noodles - Malaysia

Okay, this sounds good! This one is from the same folks that brought us Red Chef – two of their four varieties are in my annual global top ten. I’ve got high expectations and hopes these new KampongKu varieties are all I think they probably will be – super good! Let’s give them a go! ...see full post

#4054: Peyoung Hell Curry Yakisoba – Japan

#4054: Peyoung Hell Curry Yakisoba - Japan

This is one that came from Sugoi Mart – thank you! This one is spicy. It’s Hell Curry. It looks as there’s a warning as to its spiciness on the lower part. Let’s see if it’s as spicy as it looks to be. ...see full post

#4053: Acecook Yuzu Flavor Maru Uma Somen Noodle – Japan

#4053: Acecook Yuzu Flavor Maru Uma Somen Noodle - Japan

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

#4051: Schylling Ramen Noodlies – United States

#4051: Schylling Ramen Noodlies - United States

Today, I have something that should get some folks in a tizzy but that’s just fine. I’m reviewing instant noodles. Well, sort of. Well, not really. This is a toy. Don’t eat these. I mean, you could I suppose, but I’m telling you not to. See, it says that this toy is for ages 3 and up. So, they’re figuring you and small children will have the sense not to try and cook them and eat them. Let’s check out these sproigy and stretch things. ...see full post

#4047: Myojo Charumera Cup Noodle – Aomori Stamina Sauce With Garlic & Sweet Soy Sauce – Japan

#4047: Myojo Charumera Cup Noodle - Aomori Stamina Sauce With Garlic & Sweet Soy Sauce - Japan

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

#4044: Yamamoto Gomoku Yasai Ramen – Japan

#4044: Yamamoto Gomoku Yasai Ramen - Japan

Today, we have one that was part of Japan Crate’s Umai Crate. So Japan Crate is a subscription service which has all sorts of different options for you. pretty neat stuff from Japan! There’s a coupon code for you too – just use THERAMENRATER to get a special discount at check out. ...see full post

#4043: Vite Ramen Vegan White Miso v1.2 – United States

#4043: Vite Ramen Grilled Vegan White Miso v1.2 - United States

Yup – another newer version Vite Ramen! Once I get through all these, the prototypes for version 1.3 will be next! I remember I really liked this one – let’s see how this improved version does! ...see full post

#4041: Maruchan Cold Niku Udon – Japan

#4041: Maruchan Cold Niku Udon - Japan

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

#4040: Vite Ramen x Fly By Jing Sichuan Chili Edition v1/2 – United States

#4040: Vite Ramen Sichuan Chili Edition - United States

So what I love about what these guys do is they come out with new versions. This particular variety is version 1.2. This one is a special collaboration with a company called Fly By Jing that makes Sichuan Chili Crisp, one of the true flavor delicacies. Let’s check it out! ...see full post

#4039: Maruchan Minimaru Somen – Japan

#4039: Maruchan Minimaru Somen - Japan

Today, we have one that was part of Japan Crate’s Umai Crate. So Japan Crate is a subscription service which has all sorts of different options for you. pretty neat stuff from Japan! There’s a coupon code for you too – just use THERAMENRATER to get a special discount at check out. ...see full post

#4035: Mr Lee’s Congee Chicken Congee Rice Porridge – United States

#4035: Mr Lee's Congee Chicken Congee Rice Porridge - United States

Here’s the second variety of the Mr Lee’s Congee – chicken. These have freeze dried vegetables and chicken in them – let’s check it out! ...see full post

#4034: Mr Lee’s Congee Original Congee Rice Porridge – United States

#4034: Mr Lee's Congee Original Congee Rice Porridge - United States

So not too long ago, Mr Lee’s started running US operations as well as in the UK! So I got to trysome new product right away. This is congee – rice porridge. It’s made basically from shredded instant rice. Let’s check it out! ...see full post

#4033: Noodie Peanut Chili Irresistible Ramen – United States

#4033: Noodie Peanut Chili Irresistible Ramen - United States

I received an email a few weeks ago from Isabel, CEO and Founder of Noodie. She extolled the virtue of her product (non-fried, 16g of protein, lower sodium, load of veggies, and Vegan-friendly) and asked if I’d like to try it. Never one to turn down the chance to try something new, I accepted – and here we are. I write this before tasting, but I’ve got it say I’m already impressed. The presentation here is just impeccable – downright revolutionary to be honest. You can cook these noodles in their container (which is plastic by the way). You can cok it like a cup noodle, however the noodle block is in a standard flat shape – which works with the container. The graphic design and fonts are great – you can’t tell from the above picture, but the contents of the bowl image are done with gold leaf! This honestly feels like a futuristic instant noodle. Isabel sent a very nice note about how my review would be a big milestone in the timeline of her product. Like I said at this point of writing, I’ve not tried it yet – but I definitely wanted to say that this is one of the neatest packaged noodles I’ve seen. With that, let’s begin. ...see full post

#4031: GB Company Devil Of Fire Buldak – South Korea

#4031: GB Company Devil Of Fire Buldak - South Korea

Another one sent by The Fat Hipster – thanks again! So this is by the same folks as did the other Devil Of Fire Bulmawang variety, however this one is without broth. Very curious how this will go. Let’s find out – mukbang below! ...see full post

#4030: Yeomradaewang ‘Spiciest Ramen In The World’ – South Korea

#4030: Yeomradaewang 'Spiciest Ramen In The World' - South Korea

A big thanks and shout out to The Fat Hipster for shooting this one over – been curious about it and thought today would be a good day to see how strong the burn is. The name translates to King Of Hell – let’s see how fiery this guy is. ...see full post

#4029: Myojo Tokyo Charmera Abura Soba – Japan

#4029: Myojo Tokyo Charmera Abura Soba - Japan

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

#4027: Itsuki Green Tea Soba – Japan

#4027: Itsuki Green Tea Soba - Japan

Today, we have one that was part of Japan Crate’s Umai Crate. So Japan Crate is a subscription service which has all sorts of different options for you. pretty neat stuff from Japan! There’s a coupon code for you too – just use THERAMENRATER to get a special discount at check out. ...see full post

Meet The Manufacturer: #4024: Nishiyama Seimen Shoyu Ramen – Japan

Meet The Manufacturer: #4024: Nishiyama Seimen Shoyu Ramen - Japan

In this box are two different varieties of ramen – one miso, one shoyu. The noodles appear to be the same, just the sachets are different. Let’s kick off this short Meet The Manufacturer series with some shoyu! ...see full post

Meet The Manufacturer: #4023: Nishiyama Seimen Miso Ramen – Japan

Meet The Manufacturer: #4023: Nishiyama Seimen Miso Ramen - Japan

In this box are two different varieties of ramen – one miso, one shoyu. The noodles appear to be the same, just the sachets are different. Let’s kick off this short Meet The Manufacturer series with some miso! ...see full post

#4022: Yumei Night Market Chow Mein – Soy Sauce Flavor – China

#4022: Yumei Night Market Chow Mein - Soy Sauce Flavor - China

Found this one at the Asian Family Market on 130th & Aurora in Seattle. They’ve got a lot of premium varieties – this one is in a little box which is pretty neat. I’ve had some from this brand in the past I really didn’t like but I’m hopeful – I mean, they’re mentioning night market in the title and night markets are really, really cool – at least when I visited Taiwan. Let’s check it out! ...see full post

#4021: Myojo Yakisoba Original Sauce – United States

#4021: Myojo Yakisoba Original Sauce - United States

I have this and one more fresh variety that I need to cook up of these great Myojo USA refrigerated varieties – they’ve been extremely good! My wife has been a fan of yakisoba for a long time as have I, but my daughter could be heard while I was finishing up the reviews that day I tried the savory miso version. ‘Mama, can I have another bite?’ She’s definitely one for repetitiveness, and like a happy broken record, I want to say I heard her say it a good couple dozen times. Curious how they’ll like this one – I think they will! ...see full post