One of my #bestpicks in the realm of rapid #ramen! It’s not quite instant — you’ll need a stove, a pot, and approximately 2.5 minutes — but these noodles are a snap to prepare and come out head and shoulders over the stuff in a cup. #lazyvegan It’s a stretch to call them “restaurant quality,” but the thin #noodles definitely possess a chewy, toothsome quality that you can’t get by simply steeping a ramen brick in boiling water. Samurai Ramen also passes the vegan labeling test by very emphatically declaring its freedom from animal products in at least 5 different places on the packaging!
The broth is rich and savory, but don’t drink it! (Or if you must, do so sparingly.) It’s incredibly, astronomically #salty. I never use the full packet of concentrate, nor do I sip the #soup at the end. It has a slight kick from ginger and chili, but it’s not especially spicy (although really, I think ramen should make you sweat a little.)
This kit is rather plain on its own — just noodles and broth — so it’s up to you to add toppings to your heart’s content. When I made my #veganisnotscary bowl for Wednesday, I used silken tofu, black garlic oil, kale, and sesame seeds. More recently, I enjoyed this ramen with kinpira renkon, soy fish, green onions, and a generous shake of shichimi togarashi. The soup’s flavor works well with various vegetables, proteins, and condiments.
If you’re like me, you may balk at the full price of ~$5, but it does come with 2 filling servings, so the value is reasonable. I was lucky enough to get it half-off due to the impending (now passed) expiry date. Although it’s rather unhealthy, I don’t think anyone eats instant noodles with the expectation that it’ll be good for them. If you’re doing the damage to your body regardless, isn’t it best to enjoy it with a top-notch product?
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i was impressed at the lotus but sounds like that was your addition. a friend of mine visited a ramen museum in japan years ago and had fun. this year she went back and visited the snoopy museum.
I loved these ones but can’t find them any more sadly. It’s not the healthiest indeed but so delicious. I liked to throw in more things as well to up the nutrient count like garlic, spinach, rocket (arugula), sesames, green onion, etc.
Love how you plated your ramen! Looks so good!
