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I picked up this instant noodle pack while I was in Toronto. Mr. Noodles is a Canadian brand. It wasn’t bad overall. It reminds me a lot of beef Top Ramen, with heavy salt and MSG flavors dominating the profile.
Produced in Canada.
Given the strong existing flavors, I think this ramen would actually be better served as a dry noodle dish rather than with a broth.
To balance out the flavor, I’d definitely add some vegetables, perhaps some boiled napa cabbage for a fresh, mild crunch. I’d be very careful not to add anything else salty. For protein, some grilled chicken would be a good choice, adding substance without contributing more sodium.
Tasting Notes
- Spice Level: 0/5
- Broth Viscosity: 1/5
- Noodle Thickness: 1/5
- Noodle Type: Wavy
- Topping Suggestions: Boiled Napa Cabbage, Grilled Chicken
Have you tried these noodles? Rate them 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.
Community Ratings
I agree that it is pretty salty, I often have them for lunch. I enjoy adding a boiled egg and a bit of spicy peanut oil to it!
I prefer the seafood flavored one but beef is the second choice ❤️🇨🇦
Mr Noodles is a classic in my house, and usually my go-to for super cheap instant ramen. I do love the beef, but i also tried the shrimp, chilli and oriental flavor.
Honestly, I don’t have a set preference of what I would add to this. It really depends on what’s in my refrigerator at the time. Here, I added some leftover chicken and veggie stirfry I made the day before. For the broth, I added the seasoning packet with a bit of oyster sauce and black garlic, hence the dark color. It was delicious!
Classic Favourite! I grew up eating these.
However, I actually prefer the Mushroom or Chicken flavour for the extra umami.
I always cook the noodles slightly less than recommended 😋
Canadian Tip: Eat them after refrigerating! So good.
