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Noodle Journey Episode 103: Pororo Cream Tteokbokki

Notes since filming:

In an unexpected twist, my kids ended up absolutely loving this variety after I filmed the review and I didn’t get to finish the cup myself. If you have kids, this might be a great way to introduce them to tteokbokki!

Original video description:

What’s this? Not an instant noodle, but an instant rice cake in a cream sauce? Check it out!

Links to purchase:
https://www.stylekorean.com/shop/grunamu-pororo-cream-tteokbokki-1ea/1608710069/
https://hmartdelivery.com/products/mukko-pororo-rice-cake-with-cream-cup-cream-topokki-115g
https://coreelle.com/products/pororo-tteokbokki-cream-1ea

Also check your local Asian grocery store!

Scores:

  • Rice cakes: 10/10
  • Spiciness: 0/10
  • Overall: 7/10
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Noodle Journey Episode 102: Nissin Cup Noodles Black Pepper Crab

Original video description:

One of the more interesting products from Nissin’s Hong Kong Cup Noodles lineup, this popular Black Pepper Crab flavor promises a hearty combination of seafood umami and tingly aromatics. Could this be one of the best Cup Noodles out there?

Links to purchase:
https://www.yamibuy.com/en/p/nissin-cup-noodle-bowl-noodle-black-peeper-flavor-74g/1021006331
https://asianfoodgrocer.com/productDetails/01010941-NISSIN-Cup-Noodles-Black-Pepper-Crab-Flavor-74g
https://justasianfood.com/products/nissin-cup-noodles-black-pepper-crab-flavor-2-61oz-74g
https://www.sayweee.com/en/product/Nissin-Cup-Noodles–Black-Pepper-Crab-Flavor/24986

Also check your local Asian grocery store!

Scores:

  • Noodles: 5/10
  • Spiciness: 1.5/10
  • Overall: 9/10
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Noodle Journey Episode 101: Nongshim Shin Green

Notes since filming:

I honestly regret not giving this a 9 as an overall score, but I really felt at the time that those fried tofu bits in this were pretty useless. I’ve come around on them a little bit the more I’ve eaten this one, and so for all intents and purposes, you can consider this flavor a 9/10 overall.

Original video description:

I was super excited to spot this one at my local Hmart. Like Shin Gold, this was a Kroger exclusive for a while. This is a spicy vegan mushroom tofu rendition of Shin Ramyun, and as a mushroom aficionado, I couldn’t wait to try this.

Links to purchase:
https://www.kroger.com/p/nongshim-shin-green-tofu-mushroom-premium-noodle-soup/0003114606356
https://www.hmart.com/10010166
https://umamicart.com/products/nongshim-shin-ramen-green-vegan-4-pack

Also check your local Asian grocery store! Third party prices for this are insane as of the time of publication so I don’t recommend buying from Amazon Marketplace or Walmart just yet.

Scores:

  • Noodles: 8/10
  • Spiciness: 5/10
  • Overall: 8.5/10
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Noodle Journey Episode 100: Nongshim Shin Gold

Notes since filming:

I find myself defending Shin Gold frequently on Reddit from people who find it underwhelming. “It doesn’t taste like Shin Black!” “It’s just a spicy chicken broth!” etc. Both of those things are true, but neither fact makes Shin Gold a bad product. It’s a spicy, salty, thick chicken broth, and that is exactly what it is supposed to be and nothing more. It is, in my opinion, executed damned well. If you buy this expecting it to taste like something other than spicy chicken broth, that’s on you, not on the product. Personally, I’ve found that the only spicy chicken product that rivals this is Paldo Kokomen. I stand by this review and I still buy Shin Gold when I want chicken flavor.

Original video description:

Here we are at episode 100! Since this channel began at episode 1 with me extolling the virtues of Nongshim Shin and Shin Black, I felt like episode 100 should be a review of a new variety in the Shin line. This Shin Gold is a spicy chicken ramyun that’s sure to pique your curiosity if you haven’t tried it yet!

Links to purchase:
https://www.walmart.com/ip/Nongshim-Shin-Gold-Spicy-Chicken-Broth-Ramyun-Premium-Ramen-Noodle-Soup-Pack-4-58oz-X-4-Count/2989777605
https://www.kroger.com/p/nongshim-shin-gold-chicken-bone-broth-noodle-soup/0003114606357
https://www.hmart.com/10010160
https://umamicart.com/products/nongshim-shin-ramen-gold-4-pack

Scores:

  • Noodles: 8/10
  • Spiciness: 6/10
  • Overall: 9/10
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Noodle Journey Episode 98: Samyang Buldak Cream Carbonara

Original video description:

Are you ready for a less spicy, creamier, cheesier version of Buldak Carbonara? Check out my review of Samyang’s Buldak Cream Carbonara!

Links to purchase:
https://www.hmart.com/10010136
https://www.yamibuy.com/en/p/buldak-cream-carbonara-hot-chicken-flavor-stir-fried-ramen-5-pack-x-4-93oz/1021096131
https://ramenmall.com/products/sangyang-buldak-cream-carbonara-family-pack
https://www.amazon.com/Samyang-Bulldark-Challenge-overseas-shipment/dp/B08HQ97CQN

Scores:

  • Noodles: 9/10
  • Spiciness: 3.5/10
  • Overall: 10/10
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Noodle Journey Episode 97: Samyang Buldak Curry

Notes since filming:

In late 2024, people have reported issues finding Buldak Curry in stores. As far as I know at the time of this writing, it has not been discontinued, so perhaps there is an ongoing supply issue with this flavor. I have not personally noticed any stock shortages in my area.

Original video description:

Today’s review is one of the more popular Buldak flavors, with a robust array of spices sure to please curry fans. Check it out!

Links to purchase:
https://www.hmart.com/10010053
https://www.yamibuy.com/en/p/samyang-korean-stir-fried-hot-spicy-chicken-ramen-curry-flavor-5-bags-700g/1021023631
https://ramenmall.com/products/samyang-buldak-curry-hot-chicken-family-pack-24-69oz
https://www.amazon.com/Samyang-chicken-Curry-flavor-ramen/dp/B06XWJ2M1R

Scores:

  • Noodles: 8/10
  • Spiciness: 5/10
  • Overall: 9/10
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Noodle Journey Episode 96: Samyang Buldak Lovely Hot

Original video description:

An interesting alternative to Buldak Light! This Buldak Lovely Hot is an import-only product with plump, fried noodles and a much less spicy sauce. Check out the review for more info.

Links to purchase:
https://www.stylekorean.com/shop/item.php?it_id=1646726499

This seems to have gone out of stock soon after filming, but keep checking and also take a look at eBay and even Google Shopping. Also check your local Asian grocery store!

Scores:

  • Noodles: 8/10
  • Spiciness: 3.5/10
  • Overall: 8.5/10
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Noodle Journey Episode 95: Samyang Buldak Light

Notes since filming:

Another victim of discontinuation from Samyang. It’s a shame, because the noodles in this one were unique and the spice level was far more tolerable for people who found the original flavor too hot. If Buldak Light ever comes back on the market, it’s worth a try for the noodles alone.

Original video description:

If you’ve ever tried or wanted to try Samyang’s Buldak sauce but find the spice level intolerable, this review is for you! I’ll go over how Buldak Light differs from that intimidating normal spicy hot chicken ramen.

Links to purchase:
https://www.hmart.com/10010106
https://www.walmart.com/ip/10-Pack-Samyang-Buldak-Light-Bulldark-Spicy-Chiken-Ramen-110g-x-10-Pack/662074159
https://www.amazon.com/Samyang-Bulldark-Non-frying-Challenge-overseas/dp/B07ZGK848M
https://asianfoodgrocer.com/productDetails/01064571-SAMYANG-Buldak-Light-Hot-Chicken-Flavored-Ramen-140g*5bags

Check other Amazon marketplace sellers but don’t overpay unless you have no choice. Also check your local Asian grocery store!

Scores:

  • Noodles: 8.5/10
  • Spiciness: 4.5/10
  • Overall: 8.5/10
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Noodle Journey Episode 94: Samyang Buldak Kimchi

Original video description:

Are you a fan of Buldak noodles and the spicy, sour tang of kimchi cabbage? You’ll want to check out this review!

Links to purchase:
https://www.hmart.com/10010131
https://www.hmart.com/10020103
https://www.amazon.com/Samyang-Kimchi-Ramyun-5pak/dp/B075MP1YDN
https://www.yamibuy.com/en/p/samyang-hot-chicken-flavored-ramen-kimchii-135g-5/1021068381
https://asianfoodgrocer.com/productDetails/01064341-SAMYANG-Buldak-Kimchi-Hot-Chicken-Flavor-Ramen-135g*5Bags

Check other Amazon marketplace sellers but don’t overpay unless you have no choice. Also check your local Asian grocery store!

Scores:

  • Noodles: 8/10
  • Spiciness: 6/10
  • Overall: 8/10