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Noodle Journey Episode 39: Nissin Raoh Soy Sauce (US Version)

Original video description:

Here’s the review of the last of the Nissin Raoh flavors I currently have in my possession: Soy Sauce flavor. I’ll also be comparing this to the Maruchan Gold Soy Sauce flavor, which is currently my top pick for a premium soy sauce ramen.

Links to purchase:

Single Pack: https://www.yamibuy.com/en/p/nissin-raoh-ramen-noodle-soup-soy-sauce-flavor-107g
6-Pack: https://www.amazon.com/Nissin-Raoh-Sauce-3-77-Ounce/dp/B079T76TQN

Scores:

  • Noodles: 9/10
  • Spiciness: 0/10
  • Overall: 9/10
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Noodle Journey Episode 38: Nissin Raoh Miso Flavor (US Version)

Notes since filming: Unfortunately, it appears that Nissin stopped exporting this variety to the USA, which is a damn shame because it was probably the best miso soup ever to be sold in American supermarkets. Fortunately, the Japanese version of this flavor is still being manufactured and isn’t terribly hard to find online for shipping.

Original video description:

Since I seem to be the only person on the Internet who was underwhelmed by Nissin Raoh Tonkotsu, I thought it was high time to revisit the Nissin Raoh product line and give their Miso Flavor a shot. Bonus comparison between this one and the stellar Maruchan Gold Spicy Miso flavor.

Links to purchase:

Single Pack: https://www.yamibuy.com/en/p/nissin-raoh-ramen-noodle-soup-miso-flavor-107g
6-Pack: https://smile.amazon.com/Nissin-Raoh-Miso-3-77-Ounce/dp/B079TGH5B5

Scores:

  • Noodles: 9/10
  • Spiciness: 0/10
  • Overall: 9.5/10
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Noodle Journey Episode 37: Prima Taste Laksa LaMian

Notes since filming: Easily one of the most perfect instant noodle products ever made. You owe it to yourself to try this at least once.

Original video description:

Prima Taste blew me away with their Singapore Curry flavor back in episode 15 with a perfect score. Now it’s time to try their Laksa LaMian. Will lightning strike twice?

Links to purchase:

Single Pack: https://www.yamibuy.com/en/p/prima-taste-singapore-laksa-la-mian-185g
https://bokksumarket.com/products/prima-taste-singapore-noodles-laksa-la-mian
4-Pack: https://www.yamibuy.com/en/p/prima-taste-singapore-laksa-la-mian-4packs
https://smile.amazon.com/Prima-Taste-Coconut-Lamian-Noodles/dp/B00JJOVD2C
https://www.hmart.com/10010067

Scores:

  • Noodles: 10/10
  • Spiciness: 2/10
  • Overall: 10/10
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Noodle Journey Episode 36: Hau Huan Luo (Happy Snail) Liuzhou Snail Rice Noodles

Notes since filming: I fully admit that I only reviewed these as a subscriber milestone gimmick, but holy shit do I love luosifen after tasting it here for the first time. I try to limit it to only a few times a year because it is astoundingly bad for you nutritionally, but it is so damn tasty. If you are at all adventurous with food, I urge you to give this or any other luosifen you might find a try.

Original video description:

I was saving this bag of noodles for a special occasion, and since I just hit the 200 subscriber mark recently, now seems like a great time. This bag of noodles contains an actual broth made from snails. Intrigued? I sure was. Watch this episode to learn all about this dish, luosifen, and what you can expect from this product. This is Happy Snail’s Liuzhou Snail Rice Noodles.

Links to purchase:

Single Pack: https://www.yamibuy.com/en/p/haohuanluo-instant-spicy-rice-noodle-300g/1021023071
5-Pack: https://www.yamibuy.com/en/p/river-snail-noodle-5-bags/1021081211
https://hungvuongmarkets.com/LiuzhouSpicyRiceNoodle
https://asianfoodgrocer.com/productDetails/01053381-HAPPY-SNAIL-Liuzhou-Snail-Rice-Noodles-Purple-Bag-300g

Scores:

  • Noodles: 9/10
  • Spiciness: 7/10
  • Overall: 9.5/10
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Noodle Journey Episode 35: Mom’s Dry Noodle Dandan Noodles

Notes since filming: Sadly, shortly after filming this review, my local Asian market stopped stocking Mom’s Dry Noodle products entirely, and so I was unable to buy any of their other varieties for review. Hopefully someday soon I can rectify that! It’s worth noting that in 2024, Mom’s Dry Noodle’s export products now go by the name “Surfmama” if you happen to spot this or any other noodles with that branding.

Original video description:

You may not have heard of this brand of noodles before, but they are incredibly popular among those who’ve had them. Today I’ll review the channel’s first product from Mom’s Dry Noodle with their spicy sesame Dandan noodles. Will these live up to the hype?

Links to purchase:

https://www.bokksumarket.com/products/moms-dry-noodle-traditional-dan-dan-mian
https://smile.amazon.com/Howsler-Noodles-Instant-Chinese-Oriental/dp/B07KQ5QBHQ

Scores:

  • Noodles: 10/10
  • Spiciness: 2.5/10
  • Overall: 10/10
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Noodle Journey Episode 34: Maruchan Gold Soy Sauce

Original video description:

Following up on my review of Maruchan Gold Spicy miso, I’m taking a quick look at the only other Maruchan Gold product currently available on US shelves, their Soy Sauce flavor. Will this be my new favorite soy sauce noodle soup?

Links to purchase:

5-pack: https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B081DB5DDH/ref=twister_B0821ZL6ZR

Check your local Asian grocery store or supermarket as well!

Scores:

  • Noodles: 10/10
  • Spiciness: 0/10
  • Overall: 9/10
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Noodle Journey Episode 32: Ottogi Jin Ramen (Spicy)

Original video description:

Ottogi’s Jin Ramen is a Korean red chili soup that comes in both mild and spicy versions. In the last episode, I reviewed the mild version, and so today we’re taking a look at the spicy version, which has more dried chili flakes and chili powder than its mild counterpart.

Links to purchase:

Single pack: https://www.yamibuy.com/en/p/ottogi-asian-style-instant-noodle-jin-ramen-spicy-120g/1021065541
4-pack: https://www.yamibuy.com/en/p/ottogi-jin-ramen-spicy-5packs/1021002831
https://smile.amazon.com/OTTOGI-JIN-RAMEN-SPICY-PACK/dp/B089P3X44P
https://www.hmart.com/10010102
Bowl: https://www.yamibuy.com/en/p/ottogi-jin-ramen-hot-110g/1021019191

Scores:

  • Noodles: 8/10
  • Spiciness: 6/10
  • Overall: 8/10
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Noodle Journey Episode 31: Ottogi Jin Ramen (Mild)

Original video description:

Ottogi’s Jin Ramen is a Korean red chili soup that comes in both mild and spicy versions. Today we’re taking a look at the mild version, which has a slight entry-level spice that will appeal to people who want this flavor without all the heat.

Links to purchase:

Single pack: https://www.yamibuy.com/en/p/ottogi-asian-style-instant-noodle-jin-ramen-mild-120g/1021065531
4-pack: https://www.yamibuy.com/en/p/ottogi-jin-ramen-mild-5packs/1021002821
https://smile.amazon.com/Ottogi-Jin-Ramen/dp/B089P2FFWQ
https://smile.amazon.com/OTTOGI-Jin-Ramen-Mild-Flavor/dp/B005RU9JHI
https://www.hmart.com/10010103
Cup: https://www.yamibuy.com/en/p/ottogi-asian-style-instant-noodle-jin-ramen-mild-65g/1021006021
Bowl: https://www.yamibuy.com/en/p/ottogi-asian-style-instant-noodle-jin-ramen-mild-110g/1021025191

Scores:

  • Noodles: 8/10
  • Spiciness: 3/10
  • Overall: 7.5/10
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Noodle Journey Episode 30: Samyang Buldak Jjajang

Notes since filming: If you’re looking for a spicy jjajang noodle and found this one to be lacking in flavor, check out Samyang’s Hot Pepper Jjajang instead. I really enjoyed this one at the time, but the Hot Pepper one beats it by a mile.

Original video description:

Time to dive back into the Samyang Buldak product line with their spicy black bean sauce: this is Buldak Jjajang!

Links to purchase:

5-pack: https://www.yamibuy.com/en/p/samyang-hot-chicken-flavor-ramen-multi-black-bean-5packs-700g/1021042381
https://smile.amazon.com/Samyang-Buldak-Chicken-Korean-Jjajang/dp/B07DMPSK24
https://www.hmart.com/10010085
Bowl: https://www.yamibuy.com/en/p/samyang-hot-chicken-big-bowl-jjajang-105g/1021070121

Scores:

  • Noodles: 8/10
  • Spiciness: 7.5/10
  • Overall: 8/10