Samyang Picantia Noodle Soup Mega-Review | Noodle Journey Episode 171
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Samyang Picantia Noodle Soup Mega-Review | Noodle Journey Episode 171

I’m taking a look at the Samyang Picantia Noodle Soup line in this mega-review, a trio of fusion flavors clearly designed with a Hispanic theme in mind. This is a pretty big shift compared to their usual Buldak lineup, so I'm very curious to see what a Korean company does with a Hispanic-inspired product line. The Jalapeno Chicken and Chipotle Beef flavors feel like a natural fit for the new branding, although the Cajun Shrimp option left me scratching my head at first because it doesn't quite seem to match the rest of the theme. But as I learned right before filming, Cajun cuisine actually does have Spanish roots even if some of us don’t normally associate those cultures together, and that does help explain why Samyang included it in this particular product line.

Dollar Store Instant Noodle Mega-Review | Noodle Journey Episode 168
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Dollar Store Instant Noodle Mega-Review | Noodle Journey Episode 168

In this Dollar Store Instant Noodle Mega-Review, I’m diving into four ramen bowls that have been showing up in Dollar Tree stores across the US: Thai Authentic Sriracha Shrimp Ramen, Thai Authentic Chicken Curry Ramen, Norita Roasted Pork Tonkotsu Ramen with Miso, and Norita Tempura Udon Shrimp Soy Sauce Noodle Soup. I found all four of these at Dollar Tree for $1.25 each. These are all made in Thailand and imported by the same Kentucky company, so the two brands are essentially one and the same. Packaging is cheap and generic looking, but as you're about to learn, you should never judge a book by its cover, or a noodle by its packaging.

Nissin Hot & Spicy Fire Wok Bowls Mega-Review | Noodle Journey Episode 159
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Nissin Hot & Spicy Fire Wok Bowls Mega-Review | Noodle Journey Episode 159

Today I’m covering the full set of Nissin Hot & Spicy Fire Wok Bowls: Sizzlin’ Rich Pork, Scorchin’ Sesame Shrimp, Molten Chili Chicken, and Volcanic Mongolian Beef. These aren’t part of the regular Hot & Spicy line, but while they use what I think is the same noodle base, they come with their own unique Fire Sauce recipes for extra heat. Each bowl aims for “restaurant-level” stir-fry flavor (Nissin's words, not mine) straight from the microwave, which sounds ambitious for a $2 cup of noodles. I’m testing them from mildest to hottest to see if any of them deserve a spot in your noodle rotation.

Mama Tom Yum Noodles Mega-Review | Noodle Journey Episode 156
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Mama Tom Yum Noodles Mega-Review | Noodle Journey Episode 156

This one’s been a long time coming. I’m finally reviewing all three of the very popular Mama Tom Yum Noodles flavors: Shrimp, Creamy Shrimp, and Pork. These are everywhere, including Asian grocers, international markets, even Walmart, and they’ve been some of the most requested noodles on my list. Instead of stretching them across multiple videos, I’m covering them all at once, because if any trio deserves a proper showdown, it’s this one.

Trader Joe's Thai Noodle Bowls (Garlic Sauce, Red Curry & Peanut Satay) Review | Noodle Journey Episode 130
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Trader Joe’s Thai Noodle Bowls (Garlic Sauce, Red Curry & Peanut Satay) Review | Noodle Journey Episode 130

Trader Joe’s Thai Noodle Bowls come in three flavors, Garlic Sauce, Red Curry, and Peanut Satay, and I’m diving into all of them in this review. I’ve tried other Trader Joe’s instant noodle products before, like their Squiggly Taiwanese noodles and ramen cups, but those weren’t particularly impressive. Trader Joe’s usually rebrands products from established manufacturers, but I’m not sure who made these bowls. Each is sold exclusively at Trader Joe’s for about $2.50, although third-party sellers on Amazon list them for a steep markup.