Samyang Buldak Lovely Hot Ramen Review - Noodle Journey Episode 96
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Samyang Buldak Lovely Hot Ramen Review | Noodle Journey Episode 96

Following on the Buldak Light review from the last episode, now I’m diving into the elusive Samyang Buldak Lovely Hot Ramen flavor, a variation that tones down the trademark fire but keeps the indulgence of fully fried noodles. While Buldak Light offers an air-dried, lower-fat approach with a milder sauce, Lovely Hot is designed for those who want the same reduced heat without sacrificing the fried finish of normal Buldak noodles. It’s marked with a “fire level 1” indicator, which is something you won’t see on English-export packaging but would be pretty welcome here, and it comes with a small but notable twist in the ingredients.

Samyang Buldak Light Ramen Review - Noodle Journey Episode 95
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Samyang Buldak Light Ramen Review | Noodle Journey Episode 95

Today I’m looking at Samyang Buldak Light Ramen, an alternative to the brand’s iconic Hot Chicken Ramen that promises 28% fewer calories and 40% less spice. The noodles are air-dried rather than fried, meaning there’s no oil in the ingredients, which makes them lower in fat. This could appeal to anyone who enjoys Buldak’s flavor but finds the full spice level overwhelming, or maybe wants a less fatty rendition. The trade-off is a noticeably smaller block of noodles, about an ounce less than the standard version, which makes the package feel slimmer.

Samyang Buldak Kimchi Ramen Review - Noodle Journey Episode 94
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Samyang Buldak Kimchi Ramen Review | Noodle Journey Episode 94

Samyang Buldak Kimchi Ramen feels like a natural fit with the rest of the Korean flavors in the Buldak lineup. When I first opened the massive variety pack of Korean noodles I bought ages ago (that essentially hallmarked that start of this whole site and channel), I was surprised by how many Buldak varieties there were all-told, some of them unexpected like Corn or Tomato Pasta. The combination of Samyang’s signature heat with the sour fermented kick of kimchi seems like a no-brainer for fans of bold, punchy flavors. Unless you hate kimchi, of course, in which case this one’s probably not going to be your thing.

Samyang Buldak Stew Ramen Review - Noodle Journey Episode 92
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Samyang Buldak Stew Ramen Review | Noodle Journey Episode 92

This review looks at Samyang Buldak Stew Ramen, one of the few variations designed to deliver the brand’s signature flavor in soup form. I’ve seen people dilute regular Buldak sauces with water to create soup, which isn't a great idea - it just spreads the spice around and weakens the flavor. This recipe is actually formulated to be in soup form with the promise of all the intense flavor and heat you'd expect from the Buldak name. Be warned that the packaging is kinda similar to the standard original Hot Chicken pack but has a “Stew Type” logo, so be sure you’re buying the right one if you're shopping for this flavor.

Samyang Buldak Rosé Ramen (Korean Version) Review - Noodle Journey Episode 90
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Samyang Buldak Rosé Ramen (Korean Version) Review | Noodle Journey Episode 90

Today I'm reviewing Samyang Buldak Rosé Ramen, which at the time of this review was one of the more elusive flavors in the Buldak lineup. I ordered it from stylekorean.com for about two dollars a pack, though I hope Samyang eventually releases an English‑export version (update: they did!). Some viewers have mispronounced it as “rose” like the flower; the packaging clearly uses the accent mark over the e, so it’s pronounced ro‑zé. This ramen aims to blend Samyang’s signature heat with a creamy smoky bacon sauce.

StyleKorean.com Ramyun & Tteokbokki Unboxing - Noodle Journey
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StyleKorean.com Ramyun & Tteokbokki Unboxing | Noodle Journey

Noodle Journey's first unboxing video! While hunting for some new noodles, I came across StyleKorean.com, a South Korean website selling some interesting noodle products (and cosmetics, if you're into that sort of thing), some of which I can't find in the USA. There's some really cool stuff in here, so check it out if you're interested in ordering from them. (This video is not sponsored in any way. I'm just a fan of their service and selection.) #nongshim #samyang #buldakramen #paldo #ottogi

Nissin Cup Noodles Breakfast Review - Noodle Journey Episode 89
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Nissin Cup Noodles Breakfast Review | Noodle Journey Episode 89

In this review I'm taking a look at Nissin Cup Noodles Breakfast variety, a limited‐edition gimmick that pairs ramen with maple syrup, pancakes, sausage and egg flavors. Nissin announced it in March 2023 and many people assumed it was an April Fool’s joke, but it’s real and I was able to buy it from Walmart for about $1.18 at the time of review. It’s a Walmart exclusive and scalpers were reselling it online, which is disappointing because creating artificial scarcity for food is a particularly lousy thing to do.

Sapporo Ichiban Tonkotsu Ramen Bowl Review - Noodle Journey Episode 88
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Sapporo Ichiban Tonkotsu Ramen Bowl Review | Noodle Journey Episode 88

Sapporo Ichiban has become a bit of a sleeper favorite for me, and after really enjoying that miso bowl in the previous review, I wanted to check out Sapporo Ichiban Tonkotsu Ramen, also in bowl form. While Sapporo Ichiban's lineup in the US is limited compared to what's available in Japan, what they do offer tends to be consistent, accessible, and pleasantly flavorful, which are qualities that earn them a permanent spot on my shelves (my daughter in particular is a big fan of their chicken ramen). Today's focus is on this pork bone broth variety that has a lot of competition in the instant noodle world. Given how many excellent tonkotsu options I've already reviewed, this one's got some stiff standards to live up to.