#3816: Itsuki Kumamon Kumamoto Tonkotsu – Japan

#3816: Itsuki Kumamon Kumamoto Tonkotsu - Japan

This is one sent by a reader named Keijiro – thanks! I’ve seen this one many times, but only way I’ve seen to get it is online and in a large quantity. I appreciate it so much when readers share a pack or two of something. ...see full post

Exotic Noods Subscription Box – April 2021

Check it out! It’s Exotic Noods! A box every month of absolutely awesome noodles from around the world! Use the coupon code THERAMENRATER  for a discount! ...see full post

#3815: Sichuan Baijia Hot & Sour Instant Vermicelli – China

#3815: Sichuan Baijia Hot & Sour Instant Vermicelli - China

Here’s another one that arrived in a box from Exotic Noods. Use coupon code THERAMENRATER for a discount! ...see full post

Meet The Swirl Fork – An Innovative Invention

I was contacted recently by a fellow named Flavio who is an entrepreneur and inventor. His invention? The Swirl Fork! It’s a fascinating and compelling thing. Here’s a couple of videos – an unboxing and one with me trying it out. Enjoy! Find the Swirl Fork on Facebook here and on Amazon here. ...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

#3812: Snapdragon Vietnamese Vegetable Pho – United States

#3812: Snapdragon Vietnamese Vegetable Pho - United States

These came by way of James from Lakeside California and looks like Snapdragon has dressed up their packaging yet again. I will admit I’ve never been exceedingly enthralled with their range, save a couple of varieties. Not only that, I’m rarely enthused about any pho instants I’ve tried. But I’m in the mood so these at least have that going for them. Let’s give them a try! ...see full post

#3811: Newgate Express Instant Noodles Chicken Flavour – Ireland

#3811: Newgate Express Instant Noodles Chicken Flavour - Ireland

Thanks to Cian from Ireland, I now understand what quality hails from Irish supermarket chains. I really haven’t enjoyed any of these up until now and not a lot of hopes for this one. But then again, how can a chicken instant noodle be all that bad, right? Let’s find out. ...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

Egg School: Making Perfect Ramen Eggs & Perfect Fried Eggs – A Tutorial

Do you like eggs? If you don’t, there’s probably a reason. But you can leave the room now, because this isn’t for you. No, I’m not being rude, but if you have no interest in eggs, then why are you here? I mean, just to say you don’t like eggs? That’s an inefficient waste of your time, so do something else. ...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

Panda Signature Ramen Noodle Soup Samples From Walmart – An Updtate

Panda Signature Ramen Noodle Soup Samples From Walmart - An Updtate

What is this? Where does it come from? These are all good questions about these Panda Signature products sent by a guy named Daniel from Montana (thanks again!). After looking all over the packaging and just finding they’re distributed here in the United States by Albany Farms, I noticed something. The HALAL stamp. It’s under the authority that gives out HALAL certifications in… Malaysia! ...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

#3805: iMee Instant Noodles Chicken Green Curry Flavour – Thailand

#3805: iMee Instant Noodles Chicken Green Curry 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. Very curious about this one and the noodle block looks different than most rice noodles. Let’s check it out! ...see full post

#3804: Sutharos Organic Pad Thai – Thailand

#3804: Sutharos Organic Pad Thai - 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

#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

#3802: Acecook Wa Dining Seino – Rich Wakayama Chuka Soba – Japan

#3802: Acecook Wa Dining Seino - Rich Wakayama Chuka Soba - 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

#3801: Myojo Ippeichan Yomise No Yakisoba – Tartar Sauce Flavor Mayo – Japan

#3801: Myojo Ippeichan Yomise No Yakisoba - Tartar Sauce Flavor Mayo - 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

Singaporean Product Samples From Prima Taste

After winning the 2021 Top Ten Instant Noodles for the SIXTH TIME IN A ROW, Prima Taste sent some new stuff to try out! Let’s take a look at see what’s going on inside this box! ...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

Zenpop.jp Instant Ramen Subscription Box Unboxing + Coupon Code – May 2021

Zenpop.jp Instant Ramen Subscription Box Unboxing + Coupon Code  - May 2021

It’s time to unbox a Zenpop.jp box – you get seven varieties of instant noodles to try! I would say that almost every time I’ve gotten one of these, I’ve never tried any of them before which is really awesome. Use coupon code THERAMENRATER for a groovy discount! Let’s check it out! ...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

Umai Crate Instant Ramen Noodle Subscription Box – May 2021

Umai Crate Ramen Noodle Subscription Box - May 2021

It’s pretty inadvisable to run to the mall and hang out with tons of people. Well, check out these subscription boxes – they come straight to your door and have some neat stuff inside! Check out www.japancrate.com and use the coupon code THERAMENRATER to score a sweet discount and get some neat noodles! ...see full post

#3798: Nissin Men Shokunin Hot & Sour Tanmen – Japan

#3798: Nissin Men Shokunin Hot & Sour Tanmen - 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

Aces Sends Official Huy Fong Sriracha Ramen!

Recently, I heard there was a new instant noodle on the market. Aces is producing something interesting – an officially license Huy Fong Sriracha Ramen Noodle Soup! They send me a box full of samples to try out – let’s give it a look! ...see full post

The Ramen Rater’s Bottom Ten Instant Noodles Of All Time 2021 Edition

The Ramen Rater's Bottom Ten Instant Noodles Of All Time 2021 Edition

Well, after a week with the Top Ten stuck to the top of my page, it’s time for the complete opposite list. These are my least favorite. Just know that if there’s one on here that you really enjoy – you’re not a bad person! You just like something I don’t – out of a ton of reviews (This list is a compilation of my favorite and most memorable varieties I’ve tried as of review #3790), the one you enjoy is at the bottom. So, let’s not have dinner together. With that, here’s the Bottom Ten Instant Noodles Of All Time 2021 Edition. ...see full post

Second Batch Of Maruchan Ramen Bread Unboxing From Matt B.

Okay – you might be wondering what the heck is going on here – what kind of madness is this? Well, it’s bread which is made with noodles and seasoning sachets from Maruchan Chicken Instant noodles. Really? Yes. Seriously? Yes. This has been a project put into action by Matthew Bellah which I’ve added comment and ideas to. This is the second batch he’s sent. Let’s check it out! ...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

Mom’s Dry Noodle Sends Some Dandan Noodle From Taiwan

Every year I do my Top Ten, I like to try and have a new picture. Well, it’s been a couple years for Mom’s Dry Noodle, so I asked if they could send some – check it out! ...see full post

The Ramen Rater’s Top Ten Instant Noodles Of All Time 2021 Edition

The Ramen Rater's Top Ten Instant Noodles Of All Time 2021 Edition

After one very turbulent year, The Ramen Rater’s Top Ten Instant Noodles Of All Time is back. My mother died, we had an auto accident, the kids missed in-person schooling, and of course the pandemic. It’s been a really rough go but we’re back. Vaccines are rolling out everywhere and hopefully we can all get back together someday son. One thing I’ve found inspiration and enjoyment from during these times is a book I’d been hoping to find was sent to me by a noodle company exec called Momofuku Ando Speaks. It’s a book of quotes (kind of like the Ferengi Rules Of Acquisition if you’re a Star Trek fan) by the inventor of the instant noodle. I’ve been reading one on my show Instant Noodle Recipe Time every day – a lot of fun and a very interesting perspective. Little things like that have been really important as of late. Today, I’m proud to announce the show hits its 1000th episode! ...see full post

#3795: Wai Wai X-Press Noodle Vegetable Flavour – Serbia

#3795: Wai Wai X-Press Noodle Vegetable Flavour - Serbia

Here we go with another variety made in Serbia! Wow – pretty cool. Vegetable though. Hmm I wonder what this one will taste like – let’s find out! ...see full post

#3794: Ramen Express By Chef Woo Beef Flavor Ramen – United States

#3794: Ramen Express By Chef Woo Beef Flavor Ramen - United States

This is the last of the pillow pack style Ramen Express varieties and I’m guessing this one is going to be really good like the other two. Let’s find out! ...see full post

#3793: Sutharos Organic Yellow Curry Thai Cooking Set – Thailand

#3793: Sutharos Organic Yellow Curry Thai Cooking Set - 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. This one isn’t with noodles – for some reason I just ended up assuming they all had noodles although the first one I saw was a Pad Thai which I’m pretty sure will have noodles included. But I’ll give this a try noodles or no. I love curry so here we go! ...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

Zenpop Japanese Instant Ramen Subscription Box Unboxing – April 2021

Zenpop Japanese Instant Ramen Subscription Box Unboxing - April 2021

It’s time to unbox a Zenpop.jp box – you get seven varieties of instant noodles to try! I would say that almost every time I’ve gotten one of these, I’ve never tried any of them before which is really awesome. Use coupon code THERAMENRATER for a groovy discount! Let’s check it out! ...see full post

#3791: iMee Chicken Red Curry Flavour Instant Noodles – Thailand

#3791: iMee Chicken Red Curry Flavour Instant 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

#3790: Ramen Express By Chef Woo Chicken Flavor – United States

#3790: Ramen Express By Chef Woo Chicken Flavor - United States

I recently tried the pack version of the Hotter & Spicier and was very pleased – I have to say I liked that pack much better than the cup. Curious if the chicken flavor will have the same effect. Let’s find out! ...see full post

#3789: Myojo Charumera Artificial Tonkotsu Flavor – United States

#3789: Myojo Charumera Artificial Tonkotsu Flavor - United States

This one gets the USA tag since it is made in Japan but only for sale over here in this packaging. This comes by way of James from LAkeside, CA – thanks! So the charumera is the horn the little guy on the pack is holding up. The ramen guy would come to the neighborhood and toot that thing (kind of like the ice cream man playing Camptown Races) and you’d know to go get your noodles. Let’s check it out! ...see full post