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This instant ramen is intensely salty. It suggests using 2 cups of water, but honestly, you should probably use a generous 2.5 cups instead to help significantly reduce that concentrated saltiness.
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The broth has a heavy Italian seasoning flavor dominating the taste. The pork bouillon flavor is definitely present. James thinks it tasted similar to the beef flavor Maruchan pack, but just a bit toned down in flavor, yet somehow still so salty.
To make this bowl palatable, I would definitely add more water. Vegetables are a must for me in this bowl to balance the saltiness. Broccoli for a little crunch, sweet corn, and napa cabbage would all be great additions.
Tasting Notes
- Spice Level: 0/5
- Broth Viscosity: 1/5
- Noodle Thickness: 2/5
- Noodle Type: Wavy
- Topping Suggestions: Broccoli, Corn, Napa Cabbage, More Water
Order this instant ramen here: Maruchan Pork Flavor Ramen Noodle Soup
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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.
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