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Noodle Journey Episode 153: Indomie Mi Goreng Hot & Spicy

Original video description:

I’m back with another Indomie review! This time, I’ll be taking a look at their Hot & Spicy Mi Goreng. You might think that this tastes the same as the normal Mi Goreng pack but with added spice, but it’s a bit more complex than that. Check out the review for more info.

Link to purchase:
5-pack: https://www.yamibuy.com/en/p/indomie-migoreng-fied-noodles-hot-spicy-flavor-400g/1021036051
https://www.sayweee.com/en/product/Indomie-Migoreng-Instant-Noodles–Hot-and-Spicy-Flavor-5pk/13524
https://www.hmart.com/indomie-mi-goreng-fried-noodles-hot-and-spicy-2-8oz-80g–5-packs/p
Single pack: https://www.yamibuy.com/en/p/indomie-mi-goreng-fried-noodles-pedas-hot-spicy-flavor-80g/1021004321
30-pack: https://www.amazon.com/Indomie-Goreng-Instant-Noodles-Certified/dp/B00HXIXW8O

Scores:

  • Noodles: 7/10
  • Spiciness: 4/10
  • Overall: 9/10
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Noodle Journey: Shin Zha Wang – A Nongshim Noodle Hack

Notes since filming:

As I mentioned in my Momofuku video, there’s nothing wrong with calling something like this a “hack,” and I say that as someone who’s literally been “hacking” away at software for my entire professional career.

Original video description:

Recipe time! This noodle hack comes straight from Nongshim’s website. Today we’re going to find out what happens when you mix the tasty black bean Zha Wang flavor with the always-reliable Shin Ramyun.

Follow along with the recipe here: https://nongshimusa.com/homev2/shin-zha-wang/

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Noodle Journey Episode 152: Nissin Cup Noodles Everything Bagel with Cream Cheese

Notes since filming:

A lot of people have mentioned how much they hate the “sauce” in this since I filmed the review. I didn’t find the sauce to be the weak point here, but maybe that’s just me. Honestly, if Nissin just retooled this variety a little bit, it would be pretty good.

Original video description:

Here’s another crazy flavor from Nissin! In the same vein as their Pumpkin Spice and Breakfast flavors, here is their brand-new limited-edition Everything Bagel with Cream Cheese flavor. If you are at all intrigued, you’ll want to check out my review.

Link to purchase:
https://www.walmart.com/ip/Nissin-Cup-Noodles-Everything-Bagel-with-Cream-Cheese-Limited-Edition-2-96-oz-Cup/5318328375

Scores:

  • Noodles: 5/10
  • Spiciness: 0/10
  • Overall: 5.5/10
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Noodle Journey Episode 151: Nongshim Zha Wang

Original video description:

Here’s another spin on black bean sauce from Nongshim. With Zha Wang, you get some really interesting unique noodles paired with a rich sauce made from black bean paste, beef, shrimp, and oyster sauce. Check out the review to see how this all comes together.

Link to purchase (It goes out of stock frequently but is still being manufactured):
https://www.yamibuy.com/en/p/nongshim-zha-wang-instant-noodles-4-packs-536g/1021024881
https://www.sayweee.com/en/product/Nongshim-Zha-Wang-Noodle–Oyster-Flavor-134g-4/36575
https://ramenmall.com/products/nongshim-zhawang-family-pack?_pos=47&_sid=0269046e2&_ss=r

Scores:

  • Noodles: 10/10
  • Spiciness: 1/10
  • Overall: 9/10
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Noodle Journey Special Presentation: Just Sweet Sour Noodles

Notes since filming:

While I originally filmed this as an April Fool’s joke, I’m really surprised by how many people have asked for help finding it to purchase. My friends, it’s just sour gummy candy. Buy a bag of Sour Patch Kids or whatever your local Dollar Tree/Dollar General/Five Below has in stock and you’ll get the exact same flavor.

Original video description:

Here we have an extra special totally serious review of an imported Turkish noodle product found at Dollar Tree of all places! What amazing flavors does this bag of noodles hide?

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Noodle Journey Episode 150: Paldo Strawberry Bibimmen

Notes since filming:

Even with all of the off-the-wall flavors Nissin has come out with in their American Cup Noodles, this might still be the strangest flavor I’ve reviewed. What’s stranger is how unexpectedly good it is! If this one ever comes back seasonally and you can find it, you should definitely give it a whirl.

Original video description:

It’s time to celebrate 150 reviews with one of the most unexpected flavor combinations you’re ever likely to see. Paldo’s excellent Bibimmen noodles combined with strawberry powder?! If your curiosity is piqued, you’ll want to check out this review, because this product is a limited edition!

Link to purchase:
https://mykmarket.com/products/1030333?origin=search&originId=80192
https://www.sayweee.com/en/product/-Paldo-Bibimmyeon-strawberry/2083930
https://www.sayweee.com/en/product/Paldo-Strawberry-Bibimmyeon-Spring-Edition-135g-x-5p/2084118
https://www.yamibuy.com/en/p/paldo-strawberry-bibimmyeon-spring-edition-135g-x-5p/3021112571

Scores:

  • Noodles: 9/10
  • Spiciness: 3/10
  • Overall: 9/10
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Noodle Journey Episode 149: Samyang Sutah Ramen

Notes since filming:

I see people speak very highly of Sutah and wonder what I’m missing. Yeah, it’s alright, but it didn’t knock my socks off. Maybe a re-review is in order someday down the line.

Original video description:

Here’s an older product from Samyang that I’ve never tried before, their Sutah Ramen. What does Sutah mean? How is this different from other spicy artificial beef soups? Watch the review to find out!

Scores:

  • Noodles: 9/10
  • Spiciness: 4.5/10
  • Overall: 6/10
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Noodle Journey Episode 148: immi Black Garlic “Chicken” Ramen

Notes since filming:

The first 0 score for both noodles and flavor in the channel’s history, and I can’t think of anything I’d rather eat less than this. I think it’s fair to say I’ve never hated a product more than I hate this one. Healthy food already gets a bad reputation, and immi isn’t helping with their absolutely terrible-tasting noodles (in my opinion). Don’t believe the “customer” reviews on Facebook.

Since filming this video, this variety and their Spicy “Beef” flavor have started to appear in Target stores at a $3.99 price point. At that price point, I am happy to increase my score to a 0.5/10 because, if you absolutely have to eat these noodles, it’s slightly less of a price gouge than $5.99 at Wegman’s.

Original video description:

I’ve seen these advertised everywhere and decided it was time to see what all the hype was about. immi is a brand of very expensive, nutritionally-superior ramen that has some very interesting noodles. If you’ve wondered about how good immi tastes in relation to its price and health benefits, you’re going to want to check out this review. Be sure to watch til the end!

Link to purchase:
https://www.amazon.com/immi-Chicken-pumpkin-Friendly-Packaged/dp/B09Q7KR639
https://shop.immieats.com/products/black-garlic-chicken-ramen

Scores:

  • Noodles: 0/10
  • Spiciness: 0/10
  • Overall: 0/10
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Noodle Journey Supplement Review: Ramen Bae Dried Japanese Fish Cake aka Narutomaki

Notes since filming:

Ramen Bae sells a full-sized version of this now! Assuming the quality is as good as this bag of mini-narutomaki, I would also give it a strong recommendation.

Original video description:

Did you know that you can buy shelf stable Japanese fish cake from Ramen Bae? This product flew in under my radar sometime in the last few months, and so I bought a bag for a review. I also dive a little bit into what fish cake is and compare Ramen Bae’s product to the frozen narutomaki you may find at your local Asian grocery store.

Link to purchase:
https://theramenbae.com/products/narutomaki

Scores:

  • Spiciness: 0/10
  • Overall: 9.5/10
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Noodle Journey Episode 147: Samyang Tangle Kimchi Rosé Tangluccine

Notes since filming:

Having made this a few times since filming, I think it’s worth mentioning that this smells a lot funkier while it’s cooking than it tastes when it’s all done. The kimchi mellows out surprisingly well, and I maintain that even people who hate kimchi might actually like this one.

Original video description:

Samyang’s Tangle Bulgogi Alfredo flavor is one of my current favorites, so I was super excited to finally get my hands on their Tangle Kimchi Rosé flavor after searching for it for months. Check out this review to see if it was worth the wait.

Links to purchase:
https://www.yamibuy.com/en/p/tangle-kimchi-rose-tangluccine-3-88-oz-x-4pc/1021110051

Scores:

  • Noodles: 10/10
  • Spiciness: 1.5/10
  • Overall: 9.5/10