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My experience with the Tapatio Chicken Ramen Noodle Soup was pretty straightforward.
Produced in Vietnam.
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The main flavor that jumped out at me was onion powder, and while there was a hint of spice, it was very subtle. I also got a chicken bouillon vibe. Overall, the taste was quite artificial and one-note.
I would suggest adding less water than was recommended so that the flavor is more concentrated.
It didn’t offer a ton of complexity on its own, but I think with some extra toppings, it could be a lot better. I’m thinking some crumbled Cotija cheese would add a nice salty, crumbly contrast. And definitely more Tapatío hot sauce to bring in that signature flavor and some real heat.
Tasting Notes
- Spice level: 1/5
- Broth viscosity: 1/5
- Noodle thickness: 1/5
- Noodle type: Wavy
- Topping Suggestions: Cotija Cheese, Tapatío Hot Sauce
Here’s my review of the Tapatio Original Ramen Noodle Soup and the Tapatio Shrimp Ramen Noodle Soup.
Order this instant ramen here: Tapatio Chicken Ramen Noodle Soup.
Have you tried this instant ramen? 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.
