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by Noodle Journey - March 2, 2024August 5, 2025

Noodle Journey Episode 146: Nongshim Kimchi Noodle Soup

Original video description:

Here’s a flavor from Nongshim that I’m surprised I hadn’t gotten to review yet: Nongshim Kimchi Noodle Soup. Sounds awesome if you’re a fan of kimchi! Check out the review to see how this one tastes.

Links to purchase:
https://www.amazon.com/NongShim-Noodle-Soup-Kimchi-Ounce/dp/B017IRZLIS
https://www.walmart.com/ip/Nongshim-Kimchi-Spicy-Red-Chili-Ramyun-Ramen-Noodle-Soup-Pack-4-2oz-X-4-Count/153497236
https://umamicart.com/products/nongshim-kimchi-noodle-soup-4-pack
https://www.yamibuy.com/en/p/nongshim-kimchi-instant-noodle-soup-4packs-480g/1021001801

Scores:

Noodles: 8/10
Spiciness: 5/10
Overall: 7/10

by Noodle Journey - February 17, 2024August 5, 2025

Noodle Journey: Top 10 Instant Noodles (2024)

Notes since filming:

I never deal in absolutes, which is why I won’t commit to saying any one noodle product is my number one of all time. I enjoy all of these for different reasons, and what awesome product I crave one day may not be what awesome product I crave another day. That’s why I filmed this list this way, and I will continue to do so with any future top lists.

Original video description:

Time for the channel’s first top 10 list! I’ve reviewed a lot of great products since the channel began. This list, in no particular order, highlights my 10 current favorites among the major noodle varieties, along with some honorable mentions for those of you with dietary preferences.

by Noodle Journey - October 21, 2023August 21, 2025

Noodle Journey Episode 121: Nongshim Potato Noodle Soup

Today I’m reviewing Nongshim Potato Noodle Soup, a Nongshim variety that puts the potato starch content of the noodles front and center. While Nongshim’s noodles often include a little potato starch for chew, this recipe leans on it as a primary ingredient. Despite the name, this is not gluten-free; there is wheat gluten in the noodle. The packaging also does not make it clear what kind of broth this is, so I’m going in curious to see where the flavor lands.

by Noodle Journey - August 19, 2023August 12, 2025

Noodle Journey Episode 109: Nongshim Soon Veggie Noodle Soup

I’m reviewing one of the most popular vegan instant noodle options out there: Nongshim’s Soon Veggie Noodle Soup. Since I tend to cover a lot of spicy, meat-based varieties, this feels like a good opportunity to check out something milder, vegan-friendly, and easy to find in the US. Vegans deserve solid noodle options too, and this one has been hyped online for years. It’s long overdue for a spot on my review list. As with most Nongshim products, my expectations are high, so I’m curious to see if it lives up to the praise.

by Noodle Journey - August 16, 2023August 12, 2025

Noodle Journey Episode 108: Nongshim Doong Ji Naengmyeon with Gochujang Sauce

I’m back with the second half of Nongshim’s Doong Ji Naengmyeon line, this time swapping out the chilled beef broth for a sweet and spicy gochujang sauce. Fans of the channel might recognize this pairing from my review of Nongshim’s Guksu Soba in Episode 85, where I loved the sauce, and from the previous review’s naengmyeon noodles, which I mostly liked. Given that history, I’m expecting a solid showing here. Naengmyeon is a cold noodle dish made with ultra-thin brown noodles, while this gochujang sauce is a sweet and spicy blend built on red pepper paste and other savory elements.

by Noodle Journey - August 12, 2023August 12, 2025

Noodle Journey Episode 107: Nongshim Doong Ji Naengmyeon with Chilled Beef Broth

It’s another hot summer day, so I’m breaking into something cold for Episode 107: Nongshim’s Doong Ji Naengmyeon with Chilled Beef Broth. I first saw this style of noodle in a video from Esther Choi, where she prepared naengmyeon for Sean Evans, and it piqued my interest. I’ve tried other cold noodles before, like Nongshim’s Guksu Soba and Paldo’s Bibimmen, but naengmyeon is new territory for me. These thin, chewy noodles are typically made with wheat, buckwheat, and potato starch, and they’re traditionally served in a tangy, chilled broth, often as a refreshing follow-up to Korean BBQ. This one swaps in a beef-based broth, which should make for a very interesting experience.

by Noodle Journey - July 8, 2023August 11, 2025

Noodle Journey Episode 101: Nongshim Shin Green

For Episode 101, I’m following up my Shin Gold review with Nongshim’s other recent addition to the Shin lineup: Shin Green. Released in the US in 2022, this variety started out as a Kroger-exclusive before finally making its way to other markets. This one takes Shin in a completely different direction: a certified vegan spicy mushroom and fried tofu soup. While many instant noodles happen to be vegan, Nongshim went the extra step to have this one officially certified, making it a notable option for vegan noodle fans. I’m not vegan myself, but as a mushroom fanatic, I was eager to see what they had done here, especially since early feedback from others has been very divided.

by Noodle Journey - July 1, 2023August 11, 2025

Noodle Journey Episode 100: Nongshim Shin Gold Ramyun

I’m marking the 100th episode milestone with a fitting choice: one of Nongshim’s two new additions (at the time of this review) to the Shin lineup, Shin Gold. Since starting this channel with reviews of Shin and Shin Black, it only feels right to celebrate with another Shin variety. This one is a spicy chicken ramyun that promises a rich, flavorful bone broth while keeping the same core appeal that’s made Shin products some of my all-time favorites. The classic Nongshim balance of taste, portion size, and availability is here, and it’s just as easy to enjoy straight from the pack as it is dressed up with add-ins.

by Noodle Journey - May 24, 2023November 8, 2024

Noodle Journey Unboxing: StyleKorean.com

Notes since filming:

Shortly after I released this video, StyleKorean slowly began removing all of their noodles and tteokbokki products from their site. They unfortunately don’t sell any food anymore, which is a shame because they had a decent selection.

What doubly hurts is that I had an issue in my house that destroyed some of the stuff from this order that I didn’t get to review right away. 🙁

This unboxing video will remain up for posterity and because I referenced it in other videos.

Original video description:

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

by Noodle Journey - April 29, 2023August 5, 2025

Noodle Journey Episode 85: Nongshim Guksu Soba with Gochujang

This is my first time reviewing a soba noodle product, and I’m kicking things off with something from one of my favorite Korean companies. Nongshim’s Guksu Soba with Gochujang combines Korean sweet-and-spicy chili paste with Japanese-style buckwheat noodles, creating a chilled noodle dish that’s a refreshing change of pace. And the most interesting part? It comes with two different preparation methods: cold sauced noodles or cold noodle soup. Naturally, I’m reviewing them both.