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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 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
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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
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Noodle Journey Episode 145: Mike’s Mighty Good Craft Ramen Vegetarian Kimchi Ramen Soup

Notes since filming:

It’s a low bar, but I think this is the best flavor Mike’s Mighty Good Ramen has to offer.

Original video description:

Yes, you read the title correctly: it’s another Mike’s Mighty Good Ramen review! I have not been the biggest fan of Mike’s since the channel started, but maybe something in this Vegetarian Kimchi variety will finally make me a fan. Check out the review!

Links to purchase:
https://mikesmightygood.com/products/vegetarian-kimchi-ramen-noodle-pillow-pack?selling_plan=515866773
https://www.amazon.com/Mikes-Mighty-Good-Vegetarian-Optional/dp/B07F8JWRFJ

Scores:

  • Noodles: 4/10
  • Spiciness: 2.5/10
  • Overall: 6/10
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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.

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Noodle Journey Episode 144: Ramen Talk Tomato Meatball Noodles

Notes since filming:

As I write this, the Tomato Meatball flavor still hasn’t found its way to Ramen Talk’s website, yet I can still find it in S Mart stores where I live. So weird. I can’t imagine this flavor wouldn’t sell well online.

Original video description:

One of the absolute best noodle companies on the planet, Ramen Talk, stealth-released a new variety in the US, and Noodle Journey has the scoop on it! This is a tomato pork broth with a generous portion of meatballs, tomato chunks, and corn. Will this Asian/Italian fusion make your tastebuds sing? Check out the review to find out.

When Ramen Talk starts selling this online, you’ll find it on http://ramentalk.us and http://ramentalk.co.uk.

Also check your local Asian markets and Asian convenience stores!

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Scores:

  • Noodles: 10/10
  • Spiciness: 0/10
  • Overall: 10/10
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Noodle Journey Episode 143: Samyang Buldak Tom Yum

Notes since filming:

Here’s another variety I will defend on Reddit frequently. The common complaint is that it doesn’t taste like “authentic” tom yum and that Mama’s tom yum is better. While that may be a valid critique, it doesn’t change the fact that this I think this is delicious, and its existence in no way invalidates Mama’s existence, or vice versa. I buy Buldak Tom Yum and Mama Tom Yum to scratch different itches.

I have no problem calling out a product when it isn’t authentic to what’s on the label, but if it’s delicious on its own merits then that is certainly worth a good score. That’s the case with this flavor from Samyang: it’s certainly more of a Korean-inspired take on tom yum than an authentic tom yum (you only need to look at the kimchi in the ingredients to see that that’s the case), but that doesn’t make your experience any less valid if you enjoy the flavor of this.

Original video description:

This Tom Yum Ramen is Samyang’s brand-new Buldak flavor launched in the USA in January 2024. With all of the other Buldak varieties out there, is this one worth hunting down? Check out Noodle Journey’s full in-depth review!

Links to purchase:
https://ramenmall.com/collections/ramen/products/samyang-buldak-tomyum-family-pack
https://www.yamibuy.com/en/p/buldak-spicy-tomyum-hot-chicken-flavor-stir-fried-ramen-23-81-oz/1021111181

Also check your local Asian markets and grocery stores!

Scores:

  • Noodles: 9/10
  • Spiciness: 6.5/10
  • Overall: 9/10