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You can really smell the lime flavoring in this ramen. And there’s a bit of sourness without it being too overpowering. We tasted some cumin in the spice blend and there’s a distinct barbecue smoke flavor that comes through.
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The spice level was just under medium. It was pleasant and gentle. I don’t really find these Tapatio instant ramens too spicy. Overall, it’s a solid ramen.
The noodles are thin and wavy and don’t have too much of a chew to them. Just make sure not too overcook them because it’ll become mushy.
To level up this flavor, I’d suggest adding some grilled flank steak for protein. Fresh cilantro and Mexican oregano would also be perfect additions to build on the existing flavors.
Tasting Notes
- Spice Level: 2/5
- Broth Viscosity: 1/5
- Noodle Thickness: 1/5
- Noodle Type: Wavy
- Topping Suggestions: Grilled Flank Steak, Mexican Oregano, Cilantro
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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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