10.Koka Instant Non-Fried Noodles, Spicy Black Pepper Flavour — Singapore
This stuff is amazing; it contains a block of instant noodles that are exceedingly light and very low in fat. This doesn’t end up with low in taste though, especially with its garnish pack’s mention that the veggies vary depending on the season of production! It has a nice peppery taste and a little heat, but not overwhelmingly so. Perfect complement: Goes great with Eggs.
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Doll Instant Noodle, Artificial Chicken Flavour — Hong Kong
Yeah I know – chicken instant noodles. How boring! Not this one – the broth is very good – it warms one’s innards on a cold day like nothing else. This is especially good with an egg or two added with about 45 seconds remaining as it cooks in the pot — making the broth even heartier. A very relaxing bowl of noodles. Perfect complement: Eggs added during cooking.
8.Sapporo Ichiban Shio Ramen, Japanese Style Noodles — Japan
This is a very recent addition to the Top Ten list. Having tried Shio instant noodle varieties in the past, I had a feeling this would be a good one, and it truly was. The noodles were very hearty and the broth had an almost buttery flavor. Comes with a little packet of sesame seeds! Perfect complement: Some baked chicken, green onions and hard boiled egg.
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Nong Shim Shin Ramyun Black — Korea
Twenty years after the introduction of the well-known Shin Ramyun, Nong Shim brought out Shin Ramyun Black. A huge block of noodles, a veggie packet that also has freeze dried beef, red spicy seasoning, and onion and oxtail soup packets, make this a culinary onslaught of epic proportion. Perfect complement: Using a recipe from Eat Your Kimchi, add an egg, bok choy and a single slice of processed cheese.
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Myojo Hyoubanya no Chukasoba Japanese Style Noodles, Oriental Flavor — Japan
A very good, very traditional instant noodle from Japan. Noodles are a little chewy and the broth has hints of seafood. Perfect complement: A couple of eggs cooked with the noodles, and a little baked chicken with salt and pepper.
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Mie Sedaap Instant Kari Spesial Bumbu Kari Kental — Indonesia
Like spicy? Like curry? This one from Indonesia fills both criteria and then some. The noodles are good, but the real star here is the broth – a bit greasy and so flavorful. Not only a hot curry taste, but had sweetness as well.Perfect complement: Fried eggs.
4.Sapporo Ichiban, Japanese Style Noodles Chow Mein — Japan
This stuff is great. It’s cooked with a small amount of water as the noodles gobble it all up. The flavor is sweet and salty and purely enjoyable. What’s more is a packet of ground seaweed is included, which makes it all the more enjoyable. Perfect complement: A bit of roast beef and some chopped onions.
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Nissin Yakisoba with Mayonnaise/Mustard Packet — Japan
Yakisoba is a very commonly enjoyed dish in Japan – and this variety puts a unique twist on it. You fill the box with boiling water and then afterwards, there’s a little drain spout to get rid of excess water. Add the flavoring and stir – then comes the fun as there’s a little packet that dispenses mayonnaise out of one reservoir and mustard out of the other! This is quite good – especially the vegetables. Perfect complement: Nothing — enjoy in its native state!
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Indomie Mi Goreng Rasa Ayam Panggang Jumbo, Barbecue Chicken Flavour — Indonesia
First off, it’s a jumbo pack, which is helpful as this is such a great tasting package of instant noodles. Second, it comes with a whopping five seasonings – from sweet soy sauce to spicy chili sauce. The noodles are served drained without a broth. Perfect Complement: The flavorings in concert with a couple fried eggs, some pickled ginger and fried shallots make this one not to miss.
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Indomie Special Quality, Special Fried Curly Noodles — Indonesia
Truly the best instant noodles I’ve ever had. I love these – the noodles are flat and very tasty. The seasonings provide a broad range of flavors. Spicy, sweet, full of good flavor. Perfect complement: Some turkey, fried eggs, pickled ginger, fried shallot and Sriracha.
