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This instant ramen comes from the popular hot pot chain, Boiling Point, and it’s their Sesame Peanut Noodle. I was curious to see how they translated their hot pot experience into a bowl of noodles.
Produced in Taiwan.
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Right off the bat, it’s labeled as vegetarian, so that’s a win for anyone skipping the meat. But the first thing that really hits you? A strong, salty peanut flavor. Like, really peanutty. I also caught a little hint of mushroom in there, just kind of whispering in the background.
To tackle that saltiness, I’d definitely throw in some fresh veggies. I’m thinking crisp cucumber would be awesome for that cool crunch. A fried egg would add some richness and if you need a refresher on how to fry one perfectly, check out my guide.
And if you want some heat, chili oil and sambal would be great additions to give it that fiery kick it’s missing.
Tasting Notes
- Spice level: 1/5
- Broth viscosity: 1/5
- Noodle thickness: 1/5
- Noodle type: Non-fried noodle, thin and straight
- Topping suggestions: Fresh Cucumber, Fried Egg, Chili Oil, Sambal, Fresh Veggies
Have you tried these instant noodles? What did you think? Spill the noodles and leave a comment below.
Frequently Asked Questions
For the spice level, my friend James, who taste tests the ramens with me, gives his rating out of 5 based on his experience with the heat. My own spice tolerance tends to be higher than most, so James’s rating gives a more general sense of the spiciness. Keep in mind that spice is still subjective, so what’s mild for him might be spicy for you, and vice versa!
That’s how thick or thin the broth is. A 1/5 would be very watery, while a 5/5 would be super thick and almost syrupy.
This is just a general gauge of how thick the noodles are compared to other instant ramen noodles I’ve tried. A 1/5 would be very thin, like vermicelli, and a 5/5 would be very thick and wide.
Here, I’m just describing the style or texture of the noodles, like “udon-like” for a chewy and thick noodle, or “thin and curly” for a more classic instant ramen style.
