Category: * Stars 3.1 – 4.0

#3883: Quickchow Instant Bihon Guisado – Philippines

#3883: Quickchow Instant Bihon Guisado - Philippines

It’s ben years since I’ve tried this – back in August of 2015 to be exact. I rarely see it around so I thought perhaps it was worth another try. Here’s a little from Wikipedia – ...see full post

#3882: Shi Zu Ren Daozai Mian Instant Sour Noodle Soup – China

#3882: Shi Zu Ren Daozai Mian Instant Sour Noodle Soup - China

Here’s yet another one of these Shi Zu Ren ‘flower pots.’ This one’s pretty snazzy – silver shiny cup with Mr. Demon and flying pieces of vegetable. Let’s dig in! ...see full post

#3879: Baixiang Artificial Chicken Soup Flavor Instant Noodle – China

#3879: Baixiang Artificial Chicken Soup Flavor Instant Noodle - China

I first found Baixiang products up in Richmond, BC a number of years ago. Good stuff – always like to try new ones they make. A reader mentioned this one – I’d seen it before, and I’d thought I’d bought the chicken one and the pork one, but instead I’d gotten two pork ones. Well, when asked if I’d tried it I decided to grab the chicken one. Only one pack this time though. Let’s check it out! ...see full post

#3874: Fan’s Kitchen Premium Instant Noodles Chongqing Spicy Flavor – China

#3874: Fan's Kitchen Premium Instant Noodles Chongqing Spicy Flavor - China

I’ll admit, I tried one of these yesterday and it was freaking wonderful stuff, so I thought I’d try this one today. Should have a nice hit of Sichuan peppercorn. Let’s give it a go! ...see full post

#3870: Chef Woo Roasted Chicken Flavor Ramen – United States

#3870: Chef Woo Roasted Chicken Flavor Ramen - United States

Here’s one that the folks from Chef Woo sent over – thanks! So these cups have 20g or protein. What’s more is this is a Vegan friendly cup. Shall we? ...see full post

#3868: Panda Signature Ramen Noodle Soup Beef Flavor – United States

#3868: Panda Signature Ramen Noodle Soup Beef Flavor - United States

I first must thank the reader from Montana for shooting these over a month or two ago. Now, I’ve heard from people all over about how these have replaced another brand in Walmart and it seems people are losing their minds! One thing that will always fascinate me about instant noodles is how they really evoke an emotional response. I’ve gotten comments, complaints, rants, sadness, and anger about this. It’s really interesting. Well, let’s give this beef one a try! ...see full post

#3866: Guangyou Instant Noodles Artificial Clam Flavor – China

#3866: Guangyou Instant Noodles Artificial Clam Flavor - China

This one arrived in an Exotic Noods subscription box – check ’em out and use coupon code THERAMENRATER for a discount! ...see full post

#3864: Nissin Demae Ramen Roast Artificial Beef Flavor – Hong Kong

#3864: Nissin Demae Ramen Roast Artificial Beef Flavor - Hong Kong

I think the last time I had this is was called Five Flavors Beef or Five Spice Beef – that was a long time ago let me look it up… ...see full post

#3862: Nissin Cup Noodles Teriyaki Chicken – Germany

#3862: Nissin Cup Noodles Teriyaki Chicken - Germany

Well this one was sent by the nice folks in Germany for review! Sounds like a nice variety too. It’s nice when something smells good – I get these reviews ready while the kids eat their dinner in the evening right before they go to bed and then we have our dinner. The actual review will happen tomorrow after the kids have their lunch. Everything revolves around our children in our house, just as it probably goes in everyone else’s house. I wouldn’t have it any other way. Let’s give this one a try! ...see full post

#3861: Wai Wai Quick Chicken Pizza Flavored Instant Noodle – Serbia

#3785: Wai Wai Quick Chicken Pizza Flavored Instant Noodle - Serbia

A long time ago, I went to JD’s Market in Lynnwood, WA. I found a few neat things, including pizza instant noodles from Pakistan! Well, I just realized years later on a recent trip (like a few weeks ago), I picked up a pack whose flavor is chicken pizza! It’s a wellspring of unique pizza flavor in the instant noodle way. Let’s give it a try! ...see full post

#3853: Panda Signature Ramen Noodle Soup Pork Flavor – United States

#3853: Panda Signature Ramen Noodle Soup Pork Flavor - United States

I’ve been slowly getting through all the varieties sent by a reader from Montana – thank you! These have replaced a competitor’s varieties at Walmart. When I did the unboxing video I didn’t expect the feedback I got in the comments – people are very unhappy about the change. I will say that the change is a big one, however if you really enjoy the other brand, it is still available in stores other than Walmart, so there is that. I did hear some positive things about this pork variety. It should be noted that the Malaysian HALAL stamp doesn’t appear on this one – for obvious reasons. But I still suspect this variety is produced in Malaysia. Let’s check it out. ...see full post

#3852: Nissin Cup Noodles Kaisen Seafood – Germany

#3852: Nissin Cup Noodles Kaisen Seafood - Germany

This is a neat looking cup from Nissin Germany! They’ve brought the popular Seafood Cup Noodle to the US market and it’s produced here as well – curious to see how it ...see full post

#3850: Toei Non Cup Kitsune Udon – Japan

#3850: Toei Non Cup Kitsune Udon - 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

#3849: Muso Organic Ramen Shoyu – United States

#3849: Muso Organic Ramen Shoyu - United States

This one’s made in Japan, however it’s definitely for sale in the United States and so that’s why it’s getting that country at the top. I found this at a local grocery store this morning and have been thinking about giving it a try. Well, today’s the day – and it’s going to be a post featuring the 1001st episode of Instant Noodle Recipe Time – one probably very hurried as my kids are doing online schooling and everything is such a rush with what I do these days. It will be interesting to look back at this time in our lives. Hopefully somewhat findly, but with some relief. Let’s check this one out. ...see full post

#3841: Ramen Express By Chef Woo Hotter & Spicier Ramen – United States

#3784: Ramen Express By Chef Woo Hotter & Spicier Ramen - United States

I remember the first time I found out about this company. Finding a new domestic brand is a particular thrill for me. A new Malaysian, Thai or Chinese brand is expected, but here in the US, there aren’t as many new ones that often. Let’s check out this pillow pack version of their spicy variety! ...see full post

#3839: Nissin Hot & Spicy Fire Wok Scorchin’ Sesame Shrimp Flavor – United States

#3839: Nissin Hot & Spicy Fire Wok Scorchin' Sesame Shrimp Flavor - United States

This is the second hottest offering of this new Fire Wok line. I’m very curious about this one – Nissin sent this one unannounced along with the other two. Let’s try the next to hottest of the three. ...see full post

#3838: Fujiwara Kani Nochikara Miso Ramen – Japan

#3838: Fujiwara Kani Nochikara Miso Ramen - Japan

I rarely find anything to get at Uwajimaya these days – not because they don’t have a decent variety, but because I’ve tried them all. This was a nice one to find though – kind of pricy at that though. Curious… Let’s check it out! ...see full post

#3837: Nissin Cup Noodles Ginger Chicken Savoury Shiitake Soup – Germany

#3837: Nissin Cup Noodles Ginger Chicken Savoury Shiitake Soup - Germany

Here’s another one of these neat cups sent by Nissin Foods Deutschland! Thanks again! Let’s check it out. ...see full post

#3836: Panda Signature Ramen Noodle Soup Creamy Chicken Flavor – United States

#3836: Panda Signature Ramen Noodle Soup Creamy Chicken Flavor - United States

Well, here’s another one of the Panda Signature varieties that were sent in by a reader – thanks again! As it turns out, our local Walmart Market has these now too. I’m guessing these have been phased in at all the Walmarts everywhere around the United States. Still pretty surprised by that. Many people have voiced how they dislike these, and this one in particular. Then again, some have said they like these products. I must admit, I’ve not had so many folks comment on a new variety on the market as much as with these, most likely since they’re at Walmart. I’m guessing they have the same price point the previous ones had? Well, let’s give this creamy chicken one a try! ...see full post

#3828: Kenko Foods Sesame Flavor Ramen – Japan

#3828: Kenko Foods Sesame Flavor Ramen - Japan3828

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

#3823: Nissin Cup Noodles Stir Fry Hot Garlic Chicken Flavor – United States

#3823: Nissin Cup Noodles Stir Fry Hot Garlic Chicken Flavor - United States

Recently, Nissin USA sent an unannounced box, which has a take out bag with a stapled receipt and new varieties of their popular Cup Noodles Stir Fry range. Hot garlic sounds really good – and I have some chicken! Let’s hit it! By the way – 2021 is the 50th anniversary of Cup Noodles! ...see full post

#3821: Panda Signature Ramen Noodle Soup Chicken Flavor – United States

#3821: Panda Signature Ramen Noodle Soup Chicken Flavor - United States

This is one of the varieties sent by a reader named Daniel from Montana – thank you! He mentioned that at the local Walmart, these had replaced all of the MAruchan product. I’ve got a couple theories about this stuff. First, maybe it’s actually a rebranding of Maruchan product; that logo mentioning the 0g Trans Fat looks pretty much like the same logo does on Maruchan’s packs. Not only that, there are a lot of flavors that sound identical to Maruchan varieties. The yellow banner kind of reminds me of the one on the MExican Sopa Maruchan varieties. I dunno – I could be way off on this. ...see full post

#3820: Nissin Cup Noodles Soy Sauce Shrimps Pepper Shoyu Soup – Germany

#3820: Nissin Cup Noodles Soy Sauce Shrimps Pepper Shoyu Soup - Germany

Yup – Germany! These came by way of the folks at Nissin Germany – thank you! They recently sent a ton of different Cup Noodles varieties they have! Very excited to try them all. Let’s check this one out! ...see full post

#3817: WhatIf? Foods Bamnut Noodles With Sweet Hot Seasoning – Singapore

#3817: WhatIf? Foods Bamnut Noodles With Sweet Hot Seasoning - Singapore

I did a bunch of preliminary work with an interviewer from Channel News Asia a while back for a program they were developing. They chose to not include me in it, which does happen. I was disappointed, but the interviewer was really nice and connected me with a company who was to be featured on the show. The show was focusing on the trend of more health focused noodles around the world, and these are some from that company, WhatIf? Foods. Definitely a unique box! Let’s look within and give them a try! ...see full post

#3813: Morre Instant Noodles Chatt Patta – Pakistan

#3812: Morre Instant Noodles Chatt Patta - Pakistan

Okay so on New Year’s Eve back in 2017, I did a different brand’s version of chaat patta and ran into the same issue: no info. I am not sure what the heck it’s supposed to taste like, but this time I’m kind of leaning towards this tasting like the little break/dough flavts that have stuff on top of them in Indian/Pakistani cuisine. I could totally be wrong too. So, I suppose it’s time to try something and not know what it’s supposed to remotely taste like and enjoy or dislike. Here we go. ...see full post

#3810: Toei NonCup Noodle Japanese Style Soba With Green Onion – Japan

#3810: Toei NonCup Noodle Japanese Style Soba With Green Onion - 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

#3809: Acecook Healthy Wazen Mochi Wheat Men Katsu & Kombu Dashi – Japan

#3809: Acecook Healthy Wazen Mochi Wheat Men Katsu & Kombu Dashi - 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

#3808: iMee Instant Noodles Oriental Beef Flavor – Thailand

#3808: iMee Instant Noodles Oriental Beef Flavor - Thailand

These come by way of Yukhong at Golden Bay Supply – thanks! Hey sent me some neat Thai products to try recently to try out and so here we are. I’m guessing this will be a beef and basil kind of thing but I don’t know. I’m intrigued! Let’s give it a try. ...see full post

#3807: Du Du Non-Fried Instant Noodles Shrimp Flavor – Thailand

#3607: Du Du Non-Fried Instant Noodles Shrimp Flavor - Thailand

These come by way of Yukhong at Golden Bay Supply – thanks! Hey sent me some neat Thai products to try recently to try out and so here we are. ...see full post

#3806: iMee Instant Noodles Vegetable Flavour – Thailand

#3806: iMee Instant Noodles Vegetable Flavour - Thailand

These come by way of Yukhong at Golden Bay Supply – thanks! Hey sent me some neat Thai products to try recently to try out and so here we are. It’s vegetable time yet again – will it be mushroom, butter or something else for a kind of flavor? Let’s find out! ...see full post

#3803: iMee Instant Noodles Creamy Tom Yum Shrimp Flavour – Thailand

#3803: iMee Instant Noodles Creamy Tom Yum Shrimp Flavour - Thailand

These come by way of Yukhong at Golden Bay Supply – thanks! Hey sent me some neat Thai products to try recently to try out and so here we are. I’m a big fan of creamy tom yum – let’s give this one a try! ...see full post

#3800: Sapporo Ichiban Wa Ra – Mie Ise-ebi Miso Ramen – Japan

#3800: Sappro Ichiban Wa Ra - Mie Ise-ebi Miso Ramen - Japan

Here’s one that was in a box from Zenpop. Their monthly boxes feature a slew of varieties from Japan – use coupon code RAMENRATER for a discount! ...see full post

#3799: Sutharos Organic Tom Yum Noodle – Thailand

#3799: Sutharos Organic Tom Yum Noodle - Thailand

These come by way of Yukhong at Golden Bay Supply – thanks! Hey sent me some neat Thai products to try recently to try out and so here we are. ...see full post

#3797: Jub Jub Thai Rice Noodle Soup Original Flavor – Thailand

#3797: Jub Jub Thai Rice Noodle Soup Original Flavor - Thailand

These come by way of Yukhong at Golden Bay Supply – thanks! Hey sent me some neat Thai products to try recently to try out and so here we are. Very curious about this one and the noodle block looks different than most rice noodles. Let’s check it out! ...see full post

#3796: Nissin Cup Noodles Hot Chili Spicy Roasted Sesame Soup – Hungary

#3796: Nissin Cup Noodles Hot Chili Spicy Roasted Sesame Soup - Hungary

Here’s the first of eight varieties that were sent by Nissin Foods Germany recently. These are made in Hungary for the EU. I’m super stoked on these! Thank you very much! Let’s check this first variety out. ...see full post

#3792: Du Du Non-Fried Instant Rice Noodles – Thailand

#3792: Du Du Non-Fried Instant Rice Noodles - Thailand

These come by way of Yukhong at Golden Bay Supply – thanks! Hey sent me some neat Thai products to try recently to try out and so here we are. Let’s give this one a try! ...see full post

#3786: Shi Zu Ren Energy River Snail Rice Vermicelli – China

#3786: Shi Zu Ren Energy River Snail Rice Vermicelli - China

Okay so you might not know it, but I’ve tried quite a few varieties of river snail flavor instant noodles. Usually they have river snail powder in them – I didn’t see that here but it could possibly have it. There’s just a huge amount of sachets going on here. Let’s check it out! ...see full post

#3781: Tapatio Ramen Noodle Soup Chicken Flavor – United States

#3781: Tapatio Ramen Noodle Soup Chicken Flavor - United States

Here’s another one of the cups the folks at the company sent – thanks you very much! The Tapatio guy always seems so awake and well rested. Let’s see if the spicy heat will wake me up! ...see full post

#3780: Shi Zu Ren Energy Vegetarian Spicy Vermicelli – China

#3780: Shi Zu Ren Energy Vegetarian Spicy Vermicelli - China

Just when I thought I’d tried them all, they come out with a couple more and this is one of them. These are the quintessential ‘flower pot’ noodles – tons of sachets, vermicelli, and a fork. Let’s crack it open and give it a try! ...see full post

#3776: Chef Woo Braised Beef Flavor Ramen – United States

#3776: Chef Woo Braised Beef Flavor Ramen - United States

Here’s one from the folks that also bring you Ramen Express. This cup has 20g of plant protein – which is a lot. Let’s check it out! ...see full post