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Original video description:
Here’s another spicy chili shin-style soup from Paldo with a name I can’t quite figure out the translation of. If you’re interested in an alternative to other soups in the same style, you’re going to want to check out this review!
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Original video description:
Time to review Paldo’s Volcano Chicken Noodle! Yes, this appears to be a shameless ripoff of Buldak and was probably the first of many shameless ripoffs. Many people have asked how these compare to Buldak, both in heat level and flavor, so watch this review for all you need to know about this product.
Links to purchase:
https://www.amazon.com/Volcano-Spicy-Chicken-Noodle-Pack/dp/B075ZRJDK4
https://www.hmart.com/paldo-volcano-chicken-ramen-multi-4-93oz-140g-/p
https://www.yamibuy.com/en/p/paldo-korean-volcano-spicy-chicken-noodle-4pcs-560g/1021034821
https://ramenmall.com/products/paldo-volcano-chicken-noodle-family-pack-19-72oz
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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
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Today, I’m trying Paldo Gompaghetti, a Korean–Italian mash-up that promises a white, peppercorn-forward creamy sauce over thick noodles. I stumble on it during a recent Asian market run – one of those curveballs that jumps into my shopping cart because I just have to know what it tastes like. I’ve covered Paldo’s Premium Gomtang before, so the idea of fusing that savory base with a peppery “white pasta” vibe has me curious and a little wary. Fusion products can be great or a total misfire, but I’m going in hoping for a creamy comfort bowl that still feels distinctly Korean.
Read more: Noodle Journey Episode 115: Paldo GompaghettiNotes 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
I’m diving into something a bit unusual today: Paldo’s Jang Ramyun, a soy-flavored noodle soup that stands out because it’s from a Korean company. While soy-based broths are a staple in Japanese ramen, they’re a bit rarer (in my experience) when it comes to Korean instant noodles. This particular variety has a few interesting twists in the ingredients. It’s part of Paldo’s diverse lineup, and given how consistently solid their products are, I’m going in with cautious optimism.
Read more: Noodle Journey Episode 86: Paldo Jang Ramyun (Soy Flavor Noodle)I’m checking out a somewhat different flavor from Paldo with this Kokomen, a clean and spicy chicken noodle soup that’s a little more interesting than your average chicken broth. I don’t usually go out of my way to review plain chicken soups, because they tend to be a bit boring, but this one has an interesting backstory and flavor profile. Kokomen was the result of an amateur cooking contest in South Korea back in 2011, and the recipe became so popular that Paldo turned it into an instant noodle product.
Read more: Noodle Journey Episode 73: Paldo KokomenI’m reviewing my first octopus-flavored product: Paldo Bul Nak. Not to be confused with Samyang’s Buldak, this Korean noodle combines a buldak-style sweet and spicy sauce with actual powdered octopus. And yes, it’s real octopus, not just flavoring. In Korean, “bul” means fire and “nakji” means octopus, so this is literally “hot octopus.” Expect heat.
Read more: Noodle Journey Episode 72: Paldo Bul NakAfter enjoying several spicy black bean noodles like Samyang Buldak Jjajang and Nongshim’s Angry Chapaguri, I’m shifting gears and reviewing Paldo’s basic, non-spicy Jjajangmen. This one seems to be the go-to option for folks who want a rich black bean sauce without the heat. It’s widely available in 4-packs for $6–$10 online or at local Asian grocery stores, but be careful of price gouging on Amazon. According to Reddit, this version is often considered superior to Chapagetti due to its rich sauce and substantial veggie content. And with a 7-ounce pack weight, this is one of the heaviest instant noodles I’ve ever reviewed, most of that coming from a seriously chunky liquid sauce packet.
Read more: Noodle Journey Episode 66: Paldo JjajangmenIt’s the middle of a brutal summer heat wave at the time of this review, so I’m turning to something refreshingly different: a cold noodle dish from the always-reliable Paldo. This is my first cold noodle review, and I’m diving into a variety called bibim naengmyeon, or bibimmen for short, which features chewy noodles paired with a sweet and spicy sauce. If cold noodles aren’t your thing, the packaging does include hot prep instructions, but I stuck with the cold version to keep things authentic.
Read more: Noodle Journey Episode 28: Paldo Bibimmen