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Noodle Journey Episode 95: Samyang Buldak Light

Notes since filming:

Another victim of discontinuation from Samyang. It’s a shame, because the noodles in this one were unique and the spice level was far more tolerable for people who found the original flavor too hot. If Buldak Light ever comes back on the market, it’s worth a try for the noodles alone.

Original video description:

If you’ve ever tried or wanted to try Samyang’s Buldak sauce but find the spice level intolerable, this review is for you! I’ll go over how Buldak Light differs from that intimidating normal spicy hot chicken ramen.

Links to purchase:
https://www.hmart.com/10010106
https://www.walmart.com/ip/10-Pack-Samyang-Buldak-Light-Bulldark-Spicy-Chiken-Ramen-110g-x-10-Pack/662074159
https://www.amazon.com/Samyang-Bulldark-Non-frying-Challenge-overseas/dp/B07ZGK848M
https://asianfoodgrocer.com/productDetails/01064571-SAMYANG-Buldak-Light-Hot-Chicken-Flavored-Ramen-140g*5bags

Check other Amazon marketplace sellers but don’t overpay unless you have no choice. Also check your local Asian grocery store!

Scores:

  • Noodles: 8.5/10
  • Spiciness: 4.5/10
  • Overall: 8.5/10
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Noodle Journey Episode 94: Samyang Buldak Kimchi

Original video description:

Are you a fan of Buldak noodles and the spicy, sour tang of kimchi cabbage? You’ll want to check out this review!

Links to purchase:
https://www.hmart.com/10010131
https://www.hmart.com/10020103
https://www.amazon.com/Samyang-Kimchi-Ramyun-5pak/dp/B075MP1YDN
https://www.yamibuy.com/en/p/samyang-hot-chicken-flavored-ramen-kimchii-135g-5/1021068381
https://asianfoodgrocer.com/productDetails/01064341-SAMYANG-Buldak-Kimchi-Hot-Chicken-Flavor-Ramen-135g*5Bags

Check other Amazon marketplace sellers but don’t overpay unless you have no choice. Also check your local Asian grocery store!

Scores:

  • Noodles: 8/10
  • Spiciness: 6/10
  • Overall: 8/10
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Noodle Journey Episode 93: Samyang Buldak Tomato Pasta

Original video description:

Another Buldak fusion variety from Samyang! This one combines the sweet and smoky Buldak sauce with some Italian herbs, tomato extract, and a cheese blend. Does it work? Watch the review to find out!

Links to purchase:
https://www.hmart.com/10010107
https://www.amazon.com/Samyang-Chicken-Tomato-BULDAK-Flavor/dp/B08FXBGWLY
https://www.yamibuy.com/en/p/hot-chicken-flavor-ramen-tomato-pasta-5-pack/1021082241

Check other Amazon marketplace sellers but don’t overpay unless you have no choice. Also check your local Asian grocery store!

Scores:

  • Noodles: 8/10
  • Spiciness: 8/10
  • Overall: 6.5/10
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Noodle Journey Episode 92: Samyang Buldak Stew

Notes since filming:

I may have objectively gotten the spice score wrong on this one, but I spoke to my own experience. I didn’t find this one as terribly spicy as some other Buldak varieties, and yet according to other anecdotes and even the official Buldak Scoville chart, this one is supposed to be spicier than the original Hot Chicken flavor. So fair warning that while I didn’t personally think it was at that level, you may feel differently if you buy this one. And you should buy this one, because it’s really good.

Original video description:

Do you love Buldak but wish it came in a soup form? Or maybe you’ve tried to hack the other Buldak flavors into a soup and it just didn’t hit right? This review is for you!

Links to purchase:
https://www.hmart.com/10010052
https://www.hmart.com/10020033
https://www.amazon.com/Samyang-Bulldark-Chicken-Roasted-Noodles/dp/B06XDSHBJM
https://www.yamibuy.com/en/p/samyang-korean-hot-chicken-ramen-stew-type-5packs-725g/1021023621

Check other Amazon marketplace sellers but don’t overpay unless you have no choice. Also check your local Asian grocery store!

Scores:

  • Noodles: 9/10
  • Spiciness: 6/10
  • Overall: 9/10
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Noodle Journey Episode 91: Samyang Buldak Habanero Lime

Notes since filming:

This one may warrant a re-review someday. The experiences I’ve read from others who’ve tried this flavor are all over the place. Some found it not nearly as spicy, some found it way more lime-forward than I did, etc. I don’t know if Samyang has changed this recipe since filming, or perhaps if their habanero pepper supplier has inconsistent heat levels with their peppers, but something is definitely up with this one.

Original video description:

More Buldak! This Habanero Lime flavor is one of the newer varieties from Samyang and it promises a spicy fusion of Korean and Mexican flavors. Watch this review to learn all about the flavor and spice level in this one.

Links to purchase:
https://www.hmart.com/10010134
https://ramenmall.com/products/samyang-buldak-habanero-lime-family-pack
https://www.yamibuy.com/en/p/buldak-quattro-cheese-hot-chicken-flavor-stir-fried-ramen-5-pack-x-4-76oz/1021096121

Don’t overpay on Amazon or eBay unless you have no choice. Also check your local Asian grocery store!

Scores:

  • Noodles: 8/10
  • Spiciness: 7.5/10
  • Overall: 8/10
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Noodle Journey Episode 90: Samyang Buldak Rosé

Notes since filming:

One of the most-asked questions on Reddit is how this flavor differs from Carbonara. TL;DR Smoky ham/bacon flavor, less spice, and extra creaminess. This being an import version, it also contains real meat extract, which gives the savory flavor a slight boost.

Original video description:

Many instant noodle fans have said that this is the best of the Buldak varieties, but they’re pretty hard to get outside of South Korea. Is this worth importing? Watch the video and find out!

Links to purchase:
https://www.stylekorean.com/shop/samyang-rose-buldak-ramen-140g-1ea/1639030136/
https://www.yamibuy.com/en/p/samyang-rose-buldak-stir-fried-noodles-140g-x-4p/3021106271

This seems to have gone out of stock right after I finished editing, but keep checking and also take a look at eBay and even Google Shopping.

Scores:

  • Noodles: 8/10
  • Spiciness: 6.5/10
  • Overall: 9.5/10
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Noodle Journey Episode 89: Nissin Cup Noodles Breakfast

Notes since filming:

The only one of Nissin’s gimmick noodles I’ve repurchased. You may balk at the idea of this one, but it actually works.

Original video description:

Your eyes do not deceive you. The maniacal geniuses at Nissin have actually made a Cup Noodles breakfast-flavored ramen. Is this stuff actually good? Watch the review to find out!

Links to purchase:
https://www.walmart.com/ip/Nissin-Breakfast-Flavor-Ramen-Cup-Noodles-2-25-Ounces/2909491683

Also check your local Walmart!

Scores:

  • Noodles: 6/10
  • Spiciness: 0/10
  • Overall: 7.5/10
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Noodle Journey Episode 88: Sapporo Ichiban Tonkotsu Ramen Bowl (US Version)

Original video description:

This is the fourth of the current lineup of bowl products from Sapporo Ichiban that are available in the US. You might see some variations on the ingredients in this one depending on where you buy it. Check out the video to see if it’s worth a buy!

Links to purchase:
Bowl: https://www.yamibuy.com/en/p/sapporo-ichiban-instant-tonkotsu-noodle-83g/1021069661
https://www.amazon.com/SAPPORO-ICHIBAN-Tonkotsu-Donburi-Japanese/dp/B0B2V5Q144
Pack: https://www.yamibuy.com/en/p/sapporo-ichiban-japanese-tonkotsu-ramen-5-packs/1021004291
https://asianfoodgrocer.com/productDetails/01064071-SAPPORO-ICHIBAN-Japanese-Tonkotsu-Ramen-with-Chicken-Broth-104g*5Bags
https://ramenmall.com/products/sapporo-ichiban-tonkotsu-ramen-family-pack-18-5oz

Also check your local Asian grocery store!

Scores:

  • Noodles: 7/10
  • Spiciness: 0/10
  • Overall: 8/10
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Noodle Journey Episode 87: Sapporo Ichiban Miso Ramen Bowl (US Version)

Original video description:

Thanks to a notorious TikTok hack, Sapporo Ichiban might have the most famous instant miso ramen of all time. Today we take a look at the bowl version of this product.

Links to purchase:
Bowl: https://www.yamibuy.com/en/p/sapporo-ichiban-miso-ramen-84g/1021042981
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B2VG42D1/ref=twister_B0B2X1XV1M
Pack: https://www.yamibuy.com/en/p/sapporo-ichiban-instant-ramen-miso-flavor-100g/1021059881
https://asianfoodgrocer.com/productDetails/01064511-SAPPORO-ICHIBAN-Miso-Ramen-101g*5-Bags
https://ramenmall.com/products/sapporo-ichiban-miso-ramen-family-pack-17-75oz

Also check your local Asian grocery store!

Scores:

  • Noodles: 7/10
  • Spiciness: 0/10
  • Overall: 8/10
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Noodle Journey Episode 86: Paldo Jang Ramyun (Soy Flavor Noodle)

Notes since filming:

This one is massively underrated. The soy umami flavor in this one is diabolically good, making it a perfect base for all kinds of ingredients.

Original video description:

Here’s one you don’t see everyday. Paldo gives us a Korean take on a slightly spicy soy-based noodle soup. Sounds good, right? Check out the review!

Links to purchase:
https://www.hmart.com/10010014
https://www.amazon.com/Instant-Noodles-Flavored-Savory-Oriental/dp/B085WB9VVD
https://ramenmall.com/products/paldo-soy-flavor-noodle-single-pack-twins?_pos=27&_sid=412a44ff8&_ss=r

Also check your local Asian grocery store!

Scores:

  • Noodles: 9/10
  • Spiciness: 2.5/10
  • Overall: 9/10