Samyang Buldak Rosé Ramen (Korean Version) Review - Noodle Journey Episode 90
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Samyang Buldak Rosé Ramen (Korean Version) Review | Noodle Journey Episode 90

Today I'm reviewing Samyang Buldak Rosé Ramen, which at the time of this review was one of the more elusive flavors in the Buldak lineup. I ordered it from stylekorean.com for about two dollars a pack, though I hope Samyang eventually releases an English‑export version (update: they did!). Some viewers have mispronounced it as “rose” like the flower; the packaging clearly uses the accent mark over the e, so it’s pronounced ro‑zé. This ramen aims to blend Samyang’s signature heat with a creamy smoky bacon sauce.

StyleKorean.com Ramyun & Tteokbokki Unboxing - Noodle Journey
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StyleKorean.com Ramyun & Tteokbokki Unboxing | Noodle Journey

Noodle Journey's first unboxing video! While hunting for some new noodles, I came across StyleKorean.com, a South Korean website selling some interesting noodle products (and cosmetics, if you're into that sort of thing), some of which I can't find in the USA. There's some really cool stuff in here, so check it out if you're interested in ordering from them. (This video is not sponsored in any way. I'm just a fan of their service and selection.) #nongshim #samyang #buldakramen #paldo #ottogi

Paldo Jang Ramyun Review - Noodle Journey Episode 86
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Paldo Jang Ramyun Review | Noodle Journey Episode 86

I’m diving into something a bit unusual today: Paldo Jang Ramyun, a soy-flavored noodle soup that stands out because it’s from a Korean company. While soy-based broths are a staple in Japanese ramen, they’re a bit rarer (in my experience) when it comes to Korean instant noodles. This particular variety has a few interesting twists in the ingredients. It’s part of Paldo’s diverse lineup, and given how consistently solid their products are, I’m going into this review with optimism.

Nongshim Guksu Soba with Gochujang Review - Noodle Journey Episode 85
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Nongshim Guksu Soba with Gochujang Review | Noodle Journey Episode 85

This is my first time reviewing a soba noodle product, and I’m kicking things off with something from one of my favorite Korean companies. Nongshim Guksu Soba with Gochujang combines Korean sweet-and-spicy chili paste with Japanese-style buckwheat noodles, creating a chilled noodle dish that’s a refreshing change of pace. And the most interesting part? It comes with two different preparation methods: cold sauced noodles or cold noodle soup. Naturally, I'm reviewing them both.

Nongshim Guksu with Beef Bone Extract Review - Noodle Journey Episode 84
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Nongshim Guksu with Beef Bone Extract Review | Noodle Journey Episode 84

I’m taking a look at a Nongshim variety that completely slipped past my radar until recently: Nongshim Guksu with Beef Bone Extract. The packaging boldly advertises a hybrid of beef and umami dashi flavors, and I picked up a four-pack on sale for $3.99 at my favorite Asian market, marked down from the usual $5.99. Oddly, I haven’t found it on Amazon, but some Walmarts carry it, and other Asian online stores or eBay may have listings.

Nongshim Ansung Noodle Soup Ramyun Review - Noodle Journey Episode 75
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Nongshim Ansung Noodle Soup (Ansungtangmyun) Review | Noodle Journey Episode 75

I’m revisiting a flavor I tried a long time ago: Nongshim Ansung Noodle Soup, also known as Ansungtangmyun. Back then, I wasn’t in serious reviewer mode, so this time I’m taking a closer look. Despite its lower prominence compared to Shin, this one is still easy to find in stores like Wegmans or online for around $5 to $10 per 4-pack. The name “Ansung” refers to the small Korean city where this recipe originated, and the import version usually bears the original Korean name instead. According to Nongshim, this is a mildly spicy miso soup with beef extract and shiitake mushrooms, and it definitely piqued my curiosity. Read all about the history of Ansungtangmyun here: https://nongshimusa.com/homev2/our-products/meal-noodle/ansungtangmyun/

Paldo Kokomen Spicy Chicken Noodle Soup Review - Noodle Journey Episode 73
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Paldo Kokomen Spicy Chicken Noodle Soup Review | Noodle Journey Episode 73

I'm checking out a somewhat different flavor, Paldo Kokomen, a clean and spicy chicken noodle soup that’s a little more interesting than your average chicken broth. I don’t usually go out of my way to review plain chicken soups, because they tend to be a bit boring, but this one has an interesting backstory and flavor profile. Kokomen was the result of an amateur cooking contest in South Korea back in 2011, and the recipe became so popular that Paldo turned it into an instant noodle product.

Nongshim Tonkotsu Ramen with Kuromayu Review - Noodle Journey Episode 71
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Nongshim Tonkotsu Ramen with Kuromayu (Black Garlic Oil) Review | Noodle Journey Episode 71

I'm back with Nongshim Tonkotsu Ramen with Kuromayu, this time from one of my favorite South Korean brands! While tonkotsu is traditionally a Japanese pork bone broth, here we've got a Korean company making their interpretation of it with this Kuromayu (black garlic oil) variety. For anyone unfamiliar, kuromayu is made by charring garlic in sesame oil, giving it a deep, bitter, smoky flavor that’s common in tonkotsu ramen, with the word "kuro" literally translating to "black." This isn't the same as fermented black garlic (which is also a valid ramen topper if you so desire), but rather has a different flavor profile.

Ottogi Sesame Ramen Review - Noodle Journey Episode 68
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Ottogi Sesame Ramen Review | Noodle Journey Episode 68

I'm checking out a fairly unique Korean ramen today: Ottogi Sesame Ramen. Unlike most instant noodles that merely contain trace amounts of sesame, this one puts it front and center as its defining flavor. And despite how prolific Korean instant noodles are, this is the only widely available one that openly markets itself as “sesame ramen” (that I am aware of, anyway). Dandan noodles use sesame paste, but those are Chinese. Nissin Demae has a sesame ramen, but it’s Japanese. Ottogi seems to have the Korean sesame ramen space to itself, which makes this an interesting instant noodle entry.