Nongshim Soon Veggie Noodle Soup Review | Noodle Journey Episode 109
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Nongshim Soon Veggie Noodle Soup Review | Noodle Journey Episode 109

I’m reviewing one of the most popular vegan instant noodle options out there: Nongshim 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.

Nongshim Doong Ji Naengmyeon with Gochujang Sauce Review | Noodle Journey Episode 108
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Nongshim Doong Ji Naengmyeon with Gochujang Sauce Review | Noodle Journey Episode 108

I’m back with the second half of the Doong Ji Naengmyeon line with Nongshim Doong Ji Naengmyeon with Gochujang Sauce, 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.

Nongshim Doong Ji Naengmyeon with Chilled Beef Broth Review - Noodle Journey Episode 107
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Nongshim Doong Ji Naengmyeon with Chilled Beef Broth Review | Noodle Journey Episode 107

It’s another hot summer day, so I’m breaking into something cold for this review: Nongshim 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.

Maggi 2-Minute Masala Noodles Review - Noodle Journey Episode 106
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Maggi 2-Minute Masala Noodles Review | Noodle Journey Episode 106

For today’s review, I’m diving into my very first Indian instant noodles and my first experience with the Maggi brand, with Maggi 2-Minute Masala Noodles. I actually had something completely different planned for this review, but prior to filming, I met up with a friend from a neighboring state who handed me a couple of packs. These are likely the most popular Indian instant noodles in the world, yet I can’t find a single store near me that sells them, despite Nestle distributing them in the US. I’ve been searching for any Maggi product for ages, so finally getting my hands on these feels like a small victory.

Rap Snacks Icon Ramen Noodles Review - Noodle Journey Episode 105
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Rap Snacks Icon Ramen Noodles Review | Noodle Journey Episode 105

Rap Snacks is a line of products that feature prominent hip-hop/rap artists putting their name, likeness, and endorsements on various things like chips, snacks, and these instant noodles. These Rap Snacks Icon Ramen Noodles, which are dollar store staples, have sparked some divisive opinions online, but they have a few unusual ingredients and flavor concepts that made me curious enough to grab the whole set. For this episode, I’m reviewing all three of the Rap Snacks Icon Ramen Noodle cups that are available at the time of review: Creamy Chicken Gumbo by Master P, Beef Prime Rib by E-40, and Louisiana Hot & Spicy Chicken by Boosie. Each cup is branded with the artist’s face, and while the presentation leans into novelty, the ingredient lists makes me hope they might be more interesting than expected.

Myojo Ippei-chan Yakisoba with Mustard Mayonnaise Review - Noodle Journey Episode 104
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Myojo Ippei-chan Yakisoba with Mustard Mayonnaise Review | Noodle Journey Episode 104

Today I’m diving into my second-ever yakisoba review with Myojo Ippei-chan Yakisoba with Mustard Mayonnaise. Myojo has a strong reputation for quality, and this one comes with something special: a mustard mayonnaise packet for garnish. It’s also my second time reviewing a Myojo product after their excellent refrigerated Shio Tonkotsu. This variety has a lot to live up to, especially given that there’s also a refrigerated fresh noodle version out there, which I can only imagine is even better.

Nissin Cup Noodles Black Pepper Crab Review - Noodle Journey Episode 102
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Nissin Cup Noodles Black Pepper Crab Review | Noodle Journey Episode 102

For this episode, I’m trying one of the more intriguing flavors from the Hong Kong Cup Noodles lineup: Nissin Cup Noodles Black Pepper Crab. This variety caught my attention after a Reddit post claimed it was disappearing from store shelves, which made me even more curious to find and review it. Black pepper crab is a Singaporean classic, made by frying whole crabs in black pepper and aromatics, and this cup promises to deliver a version of that rich, peppery seafood experience. Like most cup noodle offerings, I know the noodles themselves won’t be the star, but the flavor could be.

Nongshim Shin Green Ramyun Review - Noodle Journey Episode 101
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Nongshim Shin Green Ramyun Review | Noodle Journey Episode 101

For Episode 101, I’m following up my Shin Gold review with the other recent addition to the Shin lineup: Nongshim Shin Green Ramyun. 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.

Nongshim Shin Gold Ramyun - Noodle Journey Episode 100
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Nongshim Shin Gold Ramyun | Noodle Journey Episode 100

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, Nongshim Shin Gold Ramyun. 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.

Samyang Buldak Jjamppong Ramen Review - Noodle Journey Episode 99
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Samyang Buldak Jjamppong Ramen Review | Noodle Journey Episode 99

I’m wrapping up my current stash of Buldak products with something you don’t often see in US supermarket aisles: Samyang Buldak Jjamppong Ramen. Jjamppong is a spicy seafood soup that originated in Nagasaki, Japan, before being adapted into various regional styles. The Korean take leans toward a red chili broth similar to Nongshim’s Neoguri, which I loved back in Episode 25. This is Samyang’s super-spicy version of that style, and one of only a handful of Buldak varieties that are soups rather than stir-fries.