Comments on: Instant Ramen Noodles

By: jessica

jessica — Fri, 23 Dec 2011 02:11:15 +0000

Nick, tell your bro to get an allergy test. It sounds serious! I’m not an allergist so I’m not going to make guesses about his condition. Good luck!!

By: Nick

Nick — Fri, 23 Dec 2011 00:08:44 +0000

My brother just made Nong-Shim Neoguri and added eggs (into the pot). I dont know how and what order he cooks. After he eats the noodles, about an hour later he breaks out and allergies are all over his body (insides, lip, ear, neck, sides, etc). He hasn’t goten a food allergy test yet (i dont think).

We’ve eaten this noodle (and other various kinds too) for a long time, since we were about, say 13?, and I’m 22 now. As everyone says, I (we) love neoguri. But what could be the issue in my brothers case?

Also, I’m gona have to try out your way of cooking. Sounds good!

By: Fiona

Fiona — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 19:55:57 +0000

mmm instant noodles. they’re the best in asia!

in taiwan, you can get a bowl that comes with real chunk of meat. just pour in boiled water and you’re all set for a very delicious meal. but i also love making my own fancy ramen. usually with some spinach, ground pork, and a egg poached!

By: Susan @ SGCC

Susan @ SGCC — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 00:33:25 +0000

I love Nong Shim too! It’s one of my favorite quick lunches. Thanks for all of the great suggestions for making it a little tastier and healthier!

By: Cynthia

Cynthia — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 22:13:18 +0000

I haven’t had instant ramen in years, but you totally sparked a memory. When I was a kid, my mom used to get these Vietnamese instant ramen noodles in an orange package with a chicken on the front. I used to eat those raw in bed while watching cartoons. Never once did I decide to add all the fixins you did, but I bet actually cooking the soup and eating it proper with shrimp and tofu would have been really good.

By: Emi

Emi — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 04:25:10 +0000

You definitely made that bowl of instant Korean ramen noodle look so delicious!

By: jessica

jessica — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 03:38:31 +0000

Shasa, I’ll have to see if I can find Indomie here. I”m glad I don’t have to feel SO bad anymore.

By: shasa

shasa — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 00:53:43 +0000

ooh indomie is my staple food. i always have a huge box of them every now and then.
jessica: that is how my dad who is a doctor thought me to cook instant noodle. even though its not as good as if you use the noodle water. it drains out the chemicals out. my dad eats instant noodles maybe like once or twice a year. so hard to believe for an indonesian.

brian: believe it or not, instant noodles is way BETTER than pasta. hahaha im serious! some people think that we are “forced” to eat them cause its cheap and easy to make. but in reality, indonesians have to control themselves to NOT eat them. i really have a hard time to not eat them everyday cause they are just soo good (indomie brand in particular)

By: Asianmommy

Asianmommy — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 19:01:25 +0000

Yum! I just bought some of those noodles today.

By: Jessica

Jessica — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 18:26:14 +0000

I love ramen! Here’s a tip I learned from a friend on how to make ramen “healthier.” She boils two pots of water, and puts the noodles in one pot. When the noodles are cooked, she drains the water from Pot 1, and puts the noodles in Pot 2. This way, you’re draining out some of the oiliness and other processed ingredients. The oily taste is diluted a bit, but if you’re adding veggies, shrimp, etc, it might be a great way to make ramen a little healthier.