Category: * Stars 3.1 – 4.0

#3730: Sapporo Ichiban Hakata Mentaiko Tonkotsu Ramen – Japan

#3730: Sapporo Ichiban Hakata Mentaiko Tonkotsu Ramen - 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! Tonkotsu is a pork bone based creamy wonderful thing. This one has the added bonus of cod roe. Let’s give it a try. ...see full post

#3727: Cheetos Mac’N Cheese Cheesy Jalapeno – United States

#3727: Cheetos Mac'N Cheese Cheesy Jalapeno - United States

This. This created quite a stir (no pun intended) in the Instant Noodles – The Ramen Rater Facebook group. The spicy crowd was fascinated, and the ramen crowd espoused disdain. Cries of ‘that’s not ramen’ rose up in protest. Obviously not; it is pasta – rotini to be exact. ...see full post

#3723: Tapatio Ramen Noodle Soup Extra Spicy Flavor – United States

#3723: Tapatio Ramen Noodle Soup Extra Spicy Flavor - United States

The Tapartio guy is flanked by flames this time! But wait – who is he? How did they end up with this guy on this ramen and of course the zillion bottles of hot sauce bearing the name Tapatio? ...see full post

#3721: Dream Kitchen Curry Udon – United States

#3721: Dream Kitchen Curry Udon - United States

I went to Uwajimaya in Bellevue today and looked at all the noodles they had and honestly, this was the only one that piqued my curiosity. I’ve reviewed Dream Kitchen stuff before, but it certainly looked like private label KOKA product – but this one doesn’t seem to be that way. It says it’s a product of the USA, so I’m a little perplexed as to who is actually making these. But either way, it’s curry udon and of that I’m not perplexed and I know I’m partial to curry, so let’s see how it is. ...see full post

#3718: Sapporo Ichiban Cup Star Tonkotsu Ramen – Japan

#3718: Sapporo Ichiban Cup Star Tonkotsu Ramen - 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! Tonkotsu is a pork bone nased creamy wonderful thing. This one is a pretty well known variety with updated packaging from it’s original more subtle style. Let’s check it out! ...see full post

#3715: Mamee SLRP! Mi Segera Perisa Kari Xtra Pedas – Malaysia

#3715: Mamee SLRP! Mi Segera Perisa Kari Xtra Pedas - Malaysia

Pedas not enough for you? How bout a little XTRA? Pedas means spicy over in Malaysia and this one means it! I did a mukbang of the cup version of this one a while back and thought I’d better do the pack too since Felix over there was kind enough to ship some over! Let’s give it a go! ...see full post

#3713: Kay’s Instant Macaroni Chicken Soup – Malaysia

#3713: Kay's Instant Macaroni Chicken Soup - Malaysia

There’s been a lot of comment in the Instant Noodles – The Ramen Rater Facebook lately concerning ramen vs pasta. This most certainly is pasta. However, a chicken macaroni soup from Malaysia definitely an interesting thing. Plus it’s instant. Let’s give it a try! ...see full post

#3712: Soup de Pasta Tarako Roe Cream Soup – Japan

#3712: Soup de Pasta Tarako Roe Cream Soup - 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

#3707: Yamamoto Seifun Japanese Yakisoba – Japan

#3707: Yamamoto Seifun Japanese Yakisoba - Japan

Found this one in an Umai crate –  Get yours here: http://bit.ly/UmaiCrate
Use coupon code THERAMENRATER for extra discount! ...see full post

#3706: Kenko Foods Hiyashi Chuka – Japan

#3706: Kenko Foods Hiyashi Chuka - Japan

Found this one in an Umai crate –  Get yours here: http://bit.ly/UmaiCrate
Use coupon code THERAMENRATER for extra discount! ...see full post

#3702: Higashimaru Seafood Sara Udon – Japan

#3702: Higashimaru Seafood Sara Udon - Japan

Found this one in an Umai crate –  Get yours here: http://bit.ly/UmaiCrate
Use coupon code THERAMENRATER for extra discount! ...see full post

#3701: Single Grain Chongqing Spicy & Sour Rice Noodles – China

#3701: Single Grain Chongqing Spicy & Sour Rice Noodles - China

Here’s another ‘flower pot’ style big cup from China. I found a bunch of them at 99 Ranch Market recently – I dunno but these are a lot of fun. Let’s check this one out! ...see full post

#3698: Sapporo Ichiban CupStar Shio Ramen – 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

#3696: Nissin Top Ramen Masala Noodles – India

#3696: Nissin Top Ramen Masala Noodles - India

Well, here’s the last of my Nissin India products. Sad to see them end but it’s really been fun. If you happen to work for Nissin India, please contact me? Heck, if you’re with any instant noodle company in India – I’d love to review all your products. I foresee some happy day doing a top ten Indian varieties list! But until then, here’s the last of the Nissin stuff I found at India Supermarket in Bellevue, Washington. ...see full post

#3694: Yamamoto Seifun Tanukioyaji Super Spicy Mazemen – Japan

#3694: Yamamoto Seifun Tanukioyaji Super Spicy Mazemen - 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

#3693: Kenko Foods Michio Kawamura Nature Ramen Shio – Japan

#3693: Kenko Foods Michio Kawamura Nature Ramen Shio - 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

#3692: Acecook Mochichi Wonton Noodle – Japan

#3692: Acecook Mocchicchi Wonton Noodle - Japan

Here’s one that came from a Zenpop.jp subscription box. Use the coupon code RAMENRATER at checkout for a discount! ...see full post

#3690: MAMA Cup Instant Rice Noodles Spicy Stir Fried Baby Clam Flavor – Thailand

#3690: MAMA Cup Instant Rice Noodles Spicy Stir Fried Baby Clam Flavor - Thailand

It might sounds a little devilish, but aren’t the tastiest things usually babies? Baby clams, veal, lamb… The List goes on and on. Correct me if I’m wrong though; aren’t baby clams just small clams and not actually infantile clams? Less nefarious than the other stuff, don’t you think? Well, either way, 210kcal for the cup ain’t too shabby! Let’s try this one out! ...see full post

#3689: MAMA Oriental Kitchen Hot Korean Instant Noodles – Thailand

#3689: MAMA Oriental Kitchen Hot Korean Instant Noodles - Thailand

Here’s one MAMA of Thailand sent recently – thanks! I’ve tried the pack version of this before, but not the cup, so, ladies and gentlemen- this warrants a mukbang! You can find it at the bottom! Let the spiciness commence! ...see full post

#3686: Sapporo Ichiban Karaage Ginger Shio – Japan

#3686: Sapporo Ichiban Karaage Ginger Shio - Japan

Here we have one from Japan sent by Zenpop. Zenpop does a few different kinds of subscription boxes you can get and they’re pretty neat! Use coupon code RAMENRATER for a discount at checkout! ...see full post

#3682: Baixiang Artificial Beef With Sauerkraut Flavor Instant Noodle – China

#3682: Baixiang Artificial Beef With Sauerkraut Flavor Instant Noodle - China

I constantly hear all this anti-Chinese sentiment coming from different places. Well, today I’m engaging in some noodle diplomacy. Pickled cabbage is tasty stuff. There are so many neat flavors that come from China that really need to be experienced by everyone I think. I mean one thing we all have in common – we all eat. This is definitely a bridge to understanding and happiness. Okay – let’s see if my belly is happy after sampling this one. ...see full post

#3679: Gurimi Mi Instant Rasa Vegetarian – Indonesia

Here’s what I think is the last of the Gurimi varieties I found up in Canada at FoodyWorld… I really miss Canada. Hope I can go back soon. The bonus will be that there should be a ton of neat new stuff to try at least… ...see full post

#3678: Nongshim Shin Red Super Spicy – South Korea

#3678: Nongshim Shin Red Super Spicy - South Korea

Well, I thought I had one more of the other brand to do a mukbang of but it turns out I don’t. Hmm.. Well, I do have this one – thanks to The Fat Hipster (check him out n YouTube) – thanks, man! ...see full post

#3676: New Touch Daimori Osaka Kasoudon – Japan

#3637: New Touch Daimori Osaka Kasoudon - 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: #3669: Ramen Express By Chef Woo Hotter & Spicier – United States

Meet The Manufacturer: #3669: Ramen Express By Chef Woo Hotter & Spicier - United States9

Hot and spicy – I tried this one in a mukbang soon as these arrived (see below). So… Is it packing heat? It’s definitely the right color! Let’s find out. ...see full post

Meet The Manufacturer: #3668: Ramen Express By Chef Woo Beef Flavor – United States

Meet The Manufacturer: #3668: Ramen Express By Chef Woo Beef Flavor - United States

Here’s the first of this three review series on Ramen Express’ range. They’re all pretty low cal and Vegetarian to mention a couple features. This one’s beef flavor. Let’s give it a try! ...see full post

#3667: Ottogi Jinjja Jjolmyeon – South Korea

#3667: Ottogi Jinjja Jjolmyeon - South Korea

Here’s a variety that’s perfect for the summer month – this one’s served cold. Here’s a little something from Wikiward on this one – ...see full post

#3662: Sapporo Ichiban Karaage Garlic Shoyu – Japan

#3662: Sapporo Ichiban Karaage Garlic Shoyu - Japan

Here we have one from Japan sent by Zenpop. Zenpop does a few different kinds of subscription boxes you can get and they’re pretty neat! Use coupon code RAMENRATER for a discount at checkout! ...see full post

#3658: Samyang Foods Buldak HOT Chicken Flavor Ramen Tomato Pasta – South Korea

#3659: Samyang Foods Buldak HOT Chicken Flavor Ramen Tomato Pasta - South Korea

Well, here’s the first of a whole slew of new Buldak varieties. If you’ve never seen or heard about this range (you’ve probably been under a rock), just know these are probably the most popular spicy range of products around when it comes to noodles. They came out with a Christmas themes variety – meat spaghetti. I’m wondering if this one will be similar? Let’s find out. ...see full post

#3651: Tasty.ly Cup Pasta Carbonara – Singapore

#3651: Tasty.ly Cup Pasta Carbonara - Singapore

Here’s something a little different than I usually review! This is a pasta cup from Singapore. I am really curious – how will it taste? How will its flavor be focused for local people in Singapore? Well, let’s find out! ...see full post

#3650: Menraku Japanese Ramen “Chicken Paitan” taste – United States

#3650: Menraku Japanese Ramen "Chicken Paitan" taste - United States

Made in Japan for the US market, this one comes by way of a recent www.exoticnoods.com box – thank you! Use coupon code RAMENRATER15 for 15% discount over there! Curious about this one – let’s do it up! ...see full post

#3649: Rap Snacks Icon Ramen Noodles Beef Prime Rib Flavor – United States

#3649: Rap Snacks Icon Ramen Noodles Beef Prime Rib Flavor - United States

I heard about these a while back and have been curious… These came by way of The Fat Hipster – big thanks, man! ...see full post

#3646: JML Instant Yakisoba Majiang (Sesame Sauce) Flavor – China

#3646: JML Instant Yakisoba Majiang (Sesame Sauce) Flavor - China

Here’s one sent by Daniel over at www.exoticnoods.com – thanks! If you want to get one of their subscription boxes, use coupon code RAMENRATER15 for 15% off your order! ...see full post

#3645: Miliket Pho Huong Vi Ga – Vietnam

#3645: Miliket Pho Huong Vi Ga - Vietnam

One of the remaining few from James of California – thanks again! Here we have a chicken pho variety from Vietnam. Let’s check it out! ...see full post

#3643: Baixiang Artificial Pork Bone Soup Flavor Instant Noodle – China

#3643: Baixiang Artificial Pork Bone Soup Flavor Instant Noodle - China

Pork bone soup is a particular favorite of mine – whether it be creamy tonkotsu or something more like this, I’m usually quite partial to these styled varieties. Let’s see what this one from China holds in store. ...see full post

#3642: Itomen Seafood Miso Ramen – Japan

#3642: Itomen Seafood Miso 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

#3637: Samyang Foods Buldak 3x Spicy HOT Chicken Flavor Ramen – South Korea

#3676: Samyang Foods Buldak 3x Spicy HOT Chicken Flavor Ramen - South Korea

Well, well, well. Here we are yet again. Just not hot enough for you, eh? Well, maybe this will do it for you. I mean look – Hochi (the Buldak mascot) is right there, tears streaming, breathing fire… 3x Spicy – so what it 1x spicy? Well, 4,400 SHU (scoville heat units). 3x would be 13,200 SHU – I guess we’ll have to see if that’s spicy. I know it will be. Time to burn! ...see full post

#3636: GB Company The Devil Of Fire Ramen – South Korea

#3696: GB Company The Devil Of Fire Ramen - South Korea

A big thanks for this surprise from The Fat Hipster – look him up on YouTube! This one’s saying it’s the hottest in the world. I would wager it’s really trying to challenge as the hottest in South Korea. Let’s find out! ...see full post

#3634: Acecook Yokosuka Navy Curry Udon – Japan

#3634: Acecook Yokosuka Navy Curry Udon - Japan

This one comes from Zenpop.jp – a subscription box service. If you want to check out their boxes and get one, use coupon code RAMENRATER for a discount. ...see full post

Meet The Manufacturer: #3656: Myojo Ramen Vegetarian Shoyu – United States

Myojo Ramen Vegetarian Shoyu - United States

Today, we come to the fourth and final review of the Myojo USA Meet The Manufacturer on their Ramen range. Just got back from the store – got some vegetables to dress this one up a little – let’s check it out! ...see full post