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Noodle Journey Episode 132: Samyang Hot Pepper Jjajang Ramen

Notes since filming:

I often recommend this one over Buldak Jjajang because of how much more nuanced the flavor is. If you like spicy jjajangmen, please try this one!

Original video description:

Your eyes do not deceive you: This is a spicy Samyang product line that’s not Buldak, even though some people have mistaken it for Buldak. This Hot Pepper Jjajang Ramen has a ton of interesting ingredients that set it apart from Buldak Jjajang. If you’ve tried other black bean sauce noodles before but weren’t keen on the flavor, this one might surprise you!

Links to purchase:
https://www.sayweee.com/en/product/Samyang-Hot-Pepper-Jjajang-Ramen-5pks/103721
https://www.yamibuy.com/en/p/extremely-spicy-hot-pepper-jjajang-ramen-5-pack-4-8oz/1021082261
https://www.amazon.com/SAMYANG-Hot-Pepper-Jjajang-Ramen/dp/B0CKHW1MZM

Scores:

  • Noodles: 9/10
  • Spiciness: 7/10
  • Overall: 8/10
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Noodle Journey Episode 131: Samyang Nagasaki Jjambbong

Original video description:

Here’s something sure to tickle a lot of tastebuds: a milky, rich, spicy seafood broth. This spicy Korean take on a Japanese soup invented by a Chinese restaurant seems like it’s a fairly unique offering in the instant noodle world, so check out the review to see if it’s worth a purchase!

Links to purchase:
https://www.yamibuy.com/en/p/nagasaki-jjambbong-multi-5p/1021098391
https://ramenmall.com/products/samyang-nagasaki-jjambbong-famliy-pack
https://www.sayweee.com/en/product/Samyang-Nagasaki-Jjambbong-Ramen–Rich—Spicy-5pks/102935?category=instant01
https://www.sayweee.com/en/product/Samyang-Nagasaki-Jjambbong-Ramen–Rich—Spicy-5pks/102935
https://www.amazon.com/SAMYANG-Nagasaki-Jjambbong-Ramen-Soup/dp/B0CLJQ8NJF

Scores:

  • Noodles: 8/10
  • Spiciness: 6/10
  • Overall: 10/10
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Noodle Journey Episode 130: Trader Joe’s Thai Noodle Bowls (Garlic Sauce, Red Curry & Peanut Satay)

Notes since filming:

The garlic sauce was the first 0 score I’d ever given on the channel in 130 episodes. That’s how absolutely vile I found it.

Original video description:

Time for a mega-review of all three of Trader Joe’s Thai Noodle bowls: Garlic Sauce, Red Curry, and Peanut Satay. Which of these, if any, is worth your time and money?

Scores:

Garlic Sauce flavor:

  • Noodles: 6/10
  • Spiciness: 1.5/10
  • Overall: 0/10

Peanut Satay flavor:

  • Noodles: 6/10
  • Spiciness: 3/10
  • Overall: 6/10

Red Curry flavor:

  • Noodles: 6/10
  • Spiciness: 3/10
  • Overall: 6.5/10
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Noodle Journey Episode 129: Sapporo Ichiban Tonkotsu Momosan Ramen

Original video description:

Following on the Tokyo Chicken Momosan review is the other product made in collaboration between Sapporo Ichiban and Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto: Tonkotsu! With all of the amazing tonkotsu ramen out there, can Morimoto’s recipe make this product stand out from the crowd? Check out the review to find out!

Links to purchase:
https://www.amazon.com/Sapporo-Ichiban-Tonkotsu-Momosan-Ramen/dp/B07VCVVYRH?th=1
https://www.yamibuy.com/en/p/sapporo-ichiban-momosan-tonkotsu-ramen-98g/1021058631
https://www.sayweee.com/en/product/Sapporo-Ichiban-Momosan-Ramen–Tonkotsu-Flavor-/35544

Also check your local Asian grocery store and eBay!

Scores:

  • Noodles: 9/10
  • Spiciness: 0/10
  • Overall: 8/10
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Noodle Journey Episode 128: Sapporo Ichiban Tokyo Chicken Momosan Ramen

Original video description:

These have been going in and out of stock like crazy over the last couple years, but it’s finally time to review the first of two flavors in collaboration between Sapporo Ichiban and Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto! This first product, Tokyo Chicken Momosan Ramen promises a unique twist on your standard chicken ramen flavors. Watch the review for more details!

Links to purchase:
https://www.amazon.com/Sapporo-Ichiban-Tokyo-Chicken-Momosan/dp/B07VCVV937?th=1
https://www.yamibuy.com/en/p/sapporo-ichiban-momosan-tokyo-chicken-ramen-95g/1021058621
https://www.sayweee.com/en/product/Sapporo-Ichiban-Momosan-Ramen–Tokyo-Chicken-Flavor/35543

Also check your local Asian grocery store and eBay!

Scores:

  • Noodles: 9/10
  • Spiciness: 0/10
  • Overall: 9/10
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Noodle Journey Episode 127: Sapporo Ichiban Chicken Flavor

Original video description:

I’ve been fighting off some kind of bug for the last week or so, so you know what that means: chicken soup! This chicken ramen is a fairly basic flavor from the reliable Sapporo Ichiban product line. Check out the review to see if it’s worth buying.

Links to purchase:
https://asianfoodgrocer.com/productDetails/01063591-SAPPORO-ICHIBAN-Japanese-Style-Noodle-Chicken-Flavored-Soup-100g
https://www.amazon.com/SAPPORO-ICHIBAN-Noodles-Chicken-Japanese/dp/B006MBT9LW
https://justasianfood.com/products/sapporo-ichiban-ramen-chicken-flavor-3-5oz

Also check your local supermarket and Asian grocery store!

Scores:

  • Noodles: 7/10
  • Spiciness: 0/10
  • Overall: 7/10
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Noodle Journey Episode 125: Nissin Demae XO Sauce Seafood Flavor Ramen

Notes since filming:

Major bummer, but this variety seems to have been discontinued in both its pack and bowl forms. I don’t know of any other seafood ramen varieties that have this specific XO flavor. If this ever makes a comeback, hopefully Nissin doesn’t mess with the recipe!

Original video description:

It’s been quite a while since a Nissin Demae review, but this one seemed extra interesting and so I grabbed a pack from my favorite Asian market. This XO Sauce Seafood flavor is something totally unique to instant ramen. If you’re unfamiliar with XO Sauce and want to know how this tastes, check out the review!

Links to purchase:
https://www.yamibuy.com/en/p/nissin-demae-ramen-noodle-with-soup-base-xo-sauve-seafood-flavor-100g/1021002231
https://justasianfood.com/products/nissin-demae-ramen-noodle-xo-sauce-seafood-flavor-3-5oz
https://www.yamibuy.com/en/p/nissin-demae-iccho-instant-noodle-with-soup-base-xo-sauce-seafood-flavor-133g/1021006301

Also check your local Asian grocery store and eBay!

Scores:

  • Noodles: 7/10
  • Spiciness: 2/10
  • Overall: 7.5/10
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Noodle Journey Episode 124: JML Instant Noodle Artificial Mushroom Chicken Flavour

Original video description:

Today’s review hails from a reasonably popular Chinese noodle company called JML (short for JinMaiLang). This mushroom chicken flavor seemed pretty interesting to me and so I grabbed it from my Asian market. Check out the review for all the details!

Links to purchase:
Cup Version: https://www.yamibuy.com/en/p/jinmailang-instant-noodle-artificial-mushroom-chicken-flavor-109g/1021061191
https://hmartdelivery.com/products/jinmailang-instant-noodle-mushroom-chicken-flavor-3-85oz-109g
Pillow Pack Version: https://www.yamibuy.com/en/p/jinmailang-mushroom-chicken-flavor-instant-noodle-5packs-545g/1021001651
https://www.amazon.com/Instant-Noodle-Chicken-Mushroom-Flavor-5/dp/B00IR5CW0Q
https://www.sayweee.com/en/social/review/1752345?id=1752345

Also check your local Asian grocery store and eBay!

Scores:

  • Noodles: 4.5/10
  • Spiciness: 0/10
  • Overall: 7/10
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Noodle Journey Episode 123: Ottogi Snack Ramen

Original video description:

Sometimes you want a snack-sized instant noodle for a quick meal. And here, we have a variety from Ottogi simply called “Snack Ramen.” Is this a satisfying snack? And what exactly does it taste like? Watch the review to find out!

Links to purchase:
https://www.yamibuy.com/en/p/ottogi-korean-style-instant-noodle-snack-ramen-62g/1021006071
https://www.hmart.com/ramen-collection/10010010
https://www.amazon.com/OTTOGI-KOREAN-INSTANT-Traditional-Instant/dp/B00JMMS324
https://asianfoodgrocer.com/productDetails/01063941-OTTOGI-Korean-Style-Instant-Noodle-Snack-Ramen-108g*5Bags

Also check your local Asian grocery store and eBay!

Scores:

  • Noodles: 7/10
  • Spiciness: 2/10
  • Overall: 6.5/10
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Noodle Journey Episode 122: Samyang Tangle Bulgogi Alfredo Tangluccine

Notes since filming:

This is tied with Indomie Mi Goreng as my wife’s favorite instant noodle product of all time. I personally liked the Rosé a bit more, but this is a hell of a good product.

Original video description:

Noodle Journey is an episodic review series in which we learn all about instant noodle brands and products and then do a deep dive into the noodle quality, spice level, and overall flavor. All reviews are as thorough as possible. The noodles are cooked according to the manufacturer’s instructions using only the contents of the product package unless otherwise indicated. This ensures that the review is as unbiased as possible and evaluates whether or not a product is worth a purchase either as a standalone meal or as a base that you could spruce up.

Here we’ve got a new product line from Samyang with Tangle, which promises to combine premium air-dried noodles with a hearty sauce to create a Korean/Italian fusion pasta dish. Sounds delicious, but does it deliver on its promises? Check out the review!

Links to purchase:
https://www.hmart.com/10010209
https://www.sayweee.com/en/product/SAMYANG-Tangle-Bulgogi-Afredo-Tangluccine-4pks/104278

Also check your local Asian grocery store and eBay!

Scores:

  • Noodles: 10/10
  • Spiciness: 1.5/10
  • Overall: 8.5/10