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#4017: Aces Sriracha Ramen Noodle Soup – Lobster – United States

#4017: Aces Sriracha Ramen Noodle Soup - Lobster - United States

I recently got  couple more varieties from Aces of their Sriracha Ramen Noodle Soup range – this lobster and an extra spicy! First, the lobster. Let’s check it out! ...see full post

#4016: Assi Hot & Spicy Rice Noodle Soup Bowl – United States

#4016: Assi Hot & Spicy Rice Noodle Soup Bowl - United States

Here’s one that came via Exotic Noods – check ’em out and use coupon code THERAMENRATER for a discount! ...see full post

#4013: Myojo Yakisoba Savory Miso Sauce – United States

#4013: Myojo Yakisoba Savory Miso Sauce - United States

Saw there was some neat new things going on over at Myojo USA so I contacted my friend Taku-san and he sent some great fresh varieties! I’ve had a ton of different yakisoba varieties but never have I seen a miso flavored one. Let’s give it a try! ...see full post

#4007: Muso Organic Ramen Miso – United States

#4007: Muso Organic Ramen Miso - United States

Here’s one I found at the local grocery store. The shoyu I tried previously wasn’t bad, so hopefully the miso will be good and not a boatload of red miso. Warning  – there will be corn in this. If you’re not afraid of corn, smooth seas ahead. But if corn freaks out your tender sensibilities, turn back! ...see full post

#4004: Menraku Restaurant Style Ramen “Miso Tonkotsu” Taste – United States

#4004: Menraku Restaurant Style Ramen "Miso Tonkotsu" Taste - United States

Big thanks to Daniel at www.exoticnoods.com for sending this one over. There’s been a noodle drought lately! Very uncool, but people have been kind enough to help! Check out Exotic Noods and use coupon code THERAMENRATER for a discount! Let’s crack this one open and give it a try! ...see full post

#4003: Vite Ramen Garlic Pork Tonkotsu v1.2 – United States

#4003: Vite Ramen Garlic Pork Tonkotsu v1.2 - United States

Vite Ramen is a fascinating phenomenon – instant noodles married to healthy ingredients. It’s pretty fascinating! What’s neat is they keep coming out with different versions of their products – always on a mission to improve. Well, let’s give this one a try! Don’t forget to look at the scan of the back of these below – it’s pretty impressive! ...see full post

#3998: Menraku Japanese Ramen “Tonkotsu” Taste – United States

#3998: Menraku Japanese Ramen "Tonkotsu" Taste - United States

This one was sent by the folks at www.exoticnoods.com – check them out and use coupon code THERAMENRATER for a discount! This one was sent during the great noodle drought of 2021 – long story short, I ran out of noodles and asked folks to send anything I’ve not reviewed. By the way – this is made in Japan, however it’s packaged for the US market. Was surprised I’d not tried this one! Let’s check it out! ...see full post

#3976: Aces + Huy Fong Sriracha Ramen Noodle Soup – United States

#3925: Aces + Huy Fong Sriracha Ramen Noodle Soup - United States

Well my friends, this is it. This is the last of the Aces/Huy Fong Sriracha Ramen Noodle Soup varieties. The first two were good; especially the chicken – that was dare I say yummy. Now we only have a short time left, and it’s with beef. Let’s savor it. Here we go… ...see full post

Noodie Sends A Trifecta Of Vegan Samples

Noodie Sends A Trifecta Of Vegan Samples

Recently, Noodie send samples of their Peanut Chili Irresistible Ramen – great stuff! Well, they followed up with a 3 pack showcasing all three varieties – check em out! ...see full post

#3973: Nissin Raoh Artificial Tonkotsu Flavor Ramen Noodle Soup – United States

#3973: Nissin Raoh Artificial Tonkotsu Flavor Ramen Noodle Soup - United States

Here’s another one I found at Uwajimaya a couple days ago when getting some narutomaki. I think the last time I tried this it was called Umami Tonkotsu. Anyways, ;et’s give it a go! ...see full post

#3971: Yamasa Artisanal Tonkotsu Broth x Sau Tao Sichuan Noodle – USA/HK

#3971: Yamasa Artisanal Tonkotsu Broth x Sau Tao Sichuan Noodle - USA/HK

Today, we combine a noodle made in Hong Kong with a broth concentrate from the United States. I decided this would be a great venue to try out the homemade chashu we made this weekend – I’ll include the recipe in a video below as well. Let’s give this combo a try! ...see full post

#3964: Vida Food Group Pozole Chicken Flavor Instant Ramen Soup – United States

#3964: Vida Food Group Pozole Chicken Flavor Instant Ramen Soup - United States

Here’s the second of the two Vida Food Group varieties that were sent. I was somewhat familiar with what Menudo was, but aside from seeing a meme online, I know absolutely northing about Pozole. Wikipedia, if you please – ...see full post

#3948: Yamasa Artisanal Ramen Broth Miso & Jongga Ramen Sari – USA

#3948: Yamasa Artisanal Ramen Broth Miso & Jongga Ramen Sari - USA

So this is an interesting one today. Yamasa sent me some ramen broths and I found this simple block of instant noodles from Jongga to pair it with. Both products are either made in the United States or just for the US market. Time to make some miso ramen! ...see full post

#3945: Nissin 50th Anniversary Top Ramen Chicken Ramen Noodle Soup – United States

#3945: Nissin Top Ramen Chicken Ramen Noodle Soup - United States

I’ve of course reviewed Top Ramen chicken flavor before. However, this is a special release version for their 50th Anniversary. Since 1971, Nissin’s been churning out Top Ramen – and I really appreciate that. The first variety I tried was a Nissin product, which is fitting since they were the makers of the first instant noodle in 1958. Let’s pay tribute and required honor to this, the noodle that introduced the United States to instant noodles. ...see full post

#3877: Panda Signature Ramen Noodle Soup Picante Chicken Flavor – United States

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

Here’s another Panda Signature product to check out. These are new at Walmart and this is the first one I’ve gotten there. A lot of controversy in the Walmart world of instant noodle fans. Let’s check this one out! ...see full post

#3825: Chef Woo Sweet Chili Togarashi Ramen – United States

#3825: Chef Woo Sweet Chili Togarashi Ramen - United States

Here’s a neat one made in the USA! These cups have 20g of protein in them! Flavor sounds interesting too. Let’s check it out! ...see full post

#3824: Snapdragon Vietnamese Beef Pho – United States

#3824: Snapdragon Vietnamese Beef Pho - United States

Here’s I think the last one from James of Lakeside, CA. Thanks again! Pho sounds nice – we shall see! Let’s check it out. ...see full post

#3922: Aces Sriracha Ramen Noodle Soup Chicken – United States

#3922: Aces Sriracha Ramen Noodle Soup Chicken - United States

Here’s the second of the three Aces / Huy Fong Sriracha sauce varieties (after this there’s still the beef too). The original was very nice – let’s see how the chicken fares! ...see full post

#3912: Aces Sriracha Ramen Noodle Soup – Original – United States

#3912: Aces Sriracha Ramen Noodle Soup - Original - United States

Well, would you look at that! An officially licensed Huy Fong Sriracha sauce variety. Sounds good to me – let’s see how it tastes! Very curious about this one Let’s hit it! ...see full post

#3889: Maruchan Wonton Soup Spicy Chicken Flavor – United States

#3889: Maruchan Wonton Soup Spicy Chicken Flavor - United States

Well this was a little unexpected – found this at the Uwajimaya in Renton, WA. Yeah, it’s not instant noodles, but I figure it was definitely unique and should be checked out, so let’s give it a try. ...see full post

#3880: Han Ramen Noodle Soup – Russian Federation

#3880: Han Ramen Noodle Soup - Russian Federation

Found this one at Evergreen Asian Market up in Everett, Washington. I don’t often make my way that far north for instant noodles but I did find one or two things there (including Chocolatey Tree Stumps). This one is made in the Russian Federation for the US market – even says on the label which I find interesting. Anyways, let’s check this one out! ...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

The Ramen Rater’s Top Ten Instant Noodle Cups Of All Time 2022 Edition

The Ramen Rater's Top Ten Instant Noodle Cups Of All Time 2022 Edition

It’s Top Ten time again! These are my favorite cups from my reviews up to #3790. Cups are a neat thing – very portable. They’ve come under fire for ‘tipping themselves over’ in the past, but I assure you they don’t have any intelligence that would be required for them to move of their own volition. It should be said also not to give these or any other super hot things to little ones. Common sense is a good thing. Anyways that aside, you can get some really tasty instant meals in a cup! Let’s check out The Ramen Rater’s Top Ten Instant Noodle Cups Of All Time 2022 Edition, and don’t forget to have a look at the big announcements at the bottom! ...see full post

Happy Fourth Of July! Top Ten American Instant Noodles Of All Time 2021 Edition

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

As it’s the weekend of the Fourth Of July, I thought what better time to repost last year’s Top Ten American varieties list. Hope everyone has a good weekend! By the way – from July to the end of the year, lists get the following year’s date on them, so this list came out in 2020. A little confusing, I know… Check the bottom of this post for some special announcements including a series of instructional videos geared to help you elevate your ramen cooking! Happy Fourth Of July to all! ...see full post

#3858: Paldo Jumbo Instant Noodles With Flamed Beef Soup – United States

#3858: Paldo Jumbo Instant Noodles With Flamed Beef Soup - United States

This one gets the USA tag since it’s an export version for the United States. It’s from South Korea though – spicy beef! Sounds great for a Friday – let’s check it 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

#3847: Chef Woo Thai Lemongrass Ramen – United States

#3847: Chef Woo Thai Lemongrass Ramen - United States

I’ve been spacing these out a little bit. They’re really fascinating to me. I discovered the Ramen Express By Chef Woo a while back at a local grocery store – these products are very different – and quite good! Good for Vegan folks, plus 20g of protein in a cup which is pretty neat. Definitely worth a try. Let’s see how this one pans out! ...see full post

#3845: Nongshim Shin Black With Beef Bone Broth – United States

#3845: Nongshim Shin Black With Beef Bone Broth - United States

I hear it already – ‘but it’s from Korea!’ Look. Just humor me. Look. Lower left. Made in USA. Unless you visited South Korea and brought some back from Canada (they’re probably from their Chinese factory if so), then you’ve been eating Korean style instant noodles made in Rancho Cucamonga, California. Their factory is a really neat place – first one I ever had the fortune to visit and it was really neat. ...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

#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

#3831: Panda Signature Ramen Noodle Soup Spicy Shrimp Flavor – United States

#3831: Panda Signature Ramen Noodle Soup Spicy Shrimp Flavor - United States

A big thank you yet again to Daniel from Montana for shooting these over! I found that there’s a HALAL stamp on the back of these mentioning Malaysia, so I can only surmise that’s where these were made. Packaging is definitely for the US market. Let’s check it 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

#3787: Cheetos Mac’N Cheese Cheesy Jalapeno Flavor – United States

#3787: Cheetos Mac'N Cheese Cheese Jalapeno Flavor - United States

I know, I know. It’s not ramen. No. I know that it’s not ramen. But these things are a trip -here in the United States, it sure seems like Cheetos and ramen kind of have a weird relationship – just look at Instagram. Also seems like adding hot dogs and enjoying with a malt liquor is popular for some too. ...see full post

#3784: Nongshim K*Army Stew Style Noodle Soup – United States

#3755: Nongshim K*Army Stew Style Noodle Soup - United States

Okay so the pack version of this budae jjigae is just all around wonderful. Time for the bowl. Big thanks to Dennis over at Nongshim for shooting this over! Let’s give it a try. ...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

#3778: Helper Mac & Cheese Bold Cheesy Pizza – United States

#3778: Helper Mac & Cheese Bold Cheesy Pizza - United States

The four fingered hand with a face brings you what you never knew you needed – a microwavable cup of mac and cheese with pizza flavor. ...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

#3775: Tapatio Ramen Noodle Soup Shrimp Flavor – United States

#3775: Tapatio Ramen Noodle Soup Shrimp Flavor - United States

I’ve reviewed the bowls, now here come the cups! This is a shrimp variety and should be a good one – let’s find out! ...see full post

#3773: Ottogi Mac & Tomato Spaghetti – United States

#3773: Ottogi Mac & Tomato Spaghetti - United States

This one came by way of Exotic Noods! Check ’em out and use coupon code THERAMENRATER for a nice discount! While made in South Korea, this one’s made for North America and distributed by Ottogi’s American arm. Sounds like fun – let’s give it a go! ...see full post

#3763: Nongshim Soon Miso & Tofu Noodle Soup – United States

#3763: Nongshim Soon Miso & Tofu Noodle Soup - United States

Another expansion of the Soon range. Very curious how this one will be – and I even have some kimchi on hand. I’ve been replacing snacks with kimchi – been enjoyable to say the least! Let’s check this one out. ...see full post