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Noodle Journey Episode 134: Marutai Oita Chicken Paitan Ramen

Notes since filming:

I haven’t found any chicken ramen better than this one. If you like chicken soup, I urge you to do whatever it takes to buy this.

Original video description:

With this review, I’m kicking off another short Marutai marathon similar to last year’s. This is a newer product made for the 15th anniversary of their “Local Series” of ramen products, and it is a super creamy chicken broth from Oita. If you’re a fan of chicken ramen, you’re going to want to watch this review!

Links to purchase:
https://www.yamibuy.com/en/p/daibunji-white-soup-ramen-2-servings-6-56-oz/1021103641 (No, I have no idea why they call it “Daibunji” but this is the correct product!)
https://www.amazon.com/Marutai-Chicken-Broth-Ramen-2meals/dp/B0CTPWRB2L

If you want the seemingly discontinued Marutai chicken flavors before they go away:
https://www.yamibuy.com/en/p/saga-instant-noodle-212g/1021032401
https://www.yamibuy.com/en/p/ooita-instant-noodle-214g/1021032411

Scores:

  • Noodles: 10/10
  • Spiciness: 0/10
  • Overall: 10/10
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Noodle Journey Episode 133: Samyang Hot Pepper Jjambbong Ramen

Original video description:

Today we’ve got another spicy seafood soup from Samyang. This one is the Korean style of jjambbong, meaning a chili-forward red broth with savory meat and seafood flavors. Check out the review!

Links to purchase:
https://www.hmart.com/10010207
https://www.sayweee.com/en/product/Samyang-Hot-Pepper-Jjambbong-Ramen-5pks/103720
https://www.yamibuy.com/en/p/extremely-hot-pepper-jjambbong-ramen-noodle-5-pack-4-13oz/1021082271
https://www.amazon.com/SAMYANG-Pepper-Jjambbong-Ramen-Soup/dp/B0CLJ6V582

Scores:

  • Noodles: 9/10
  • Spiciness: 5.5/10
  • Overall: 9/10
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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