{"id":17362,"date":"2018-07-16T18:30:26","date_gmt":"2018-07-16T10:30:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/?p=17362"},"modified":"2018-07-16T18:30:26","modified_gmt":"2018-07-16T10:30:26","slug":"japanese-instant-noodles","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/japanese-instant-noodles\/","title":{"rendered":"7 Japanese Instant Noodles You Absolutely Have To Try"},"content":{"rendered":"

Japan was actually the birthplace of instant noodles. And the country\u2019s expertise in producing them is obvious. You can find Japanese instant noodles developed by Michelin-starred ramen restaurants, or even the world\u2019s spiciest noodles!<\/p>\n

Feeling tempted? Read on for our picks of Japanese instant noodles available in Singapore that will leave your tummy satisfied.<\/p>\n

1. Ichiran Ramen Instant Noodles<\/h2>\n
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Ichiran Ramen<\/a> is one of the best tonkotsu ramen in Japan. It has expanded internationally to countries like New York and is well-known for introducing the concept of flavour concentration broths.<\/p>\n

Now you have the chance to taste its divine tonkotsu broth within the comfort of your home. The recipe has been perfected to bring out the rich flavours of Tonkotsu without the heavy smell of pork. The noodles have also been prepared using high quality ingredients for a springy texture.<\/p>\n

Topped off with the original spicy red sauce, this is the closest you can get to the real deal without flying off to Japan. No wonder this is the best-selling Japanese instant noodles on Shopee Singapore<\/a>!<\/p>\n

2. Nakiryu Dan Dan Men Instant Noodle Bowl<\/h2>\n
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Nakiryu Ramen<\/a> is the second ramen shop in Japan awarded with one Michelin Star. At its original store in Tokyo, you\u2019ll have to queue for at least an hour to try their \u00a0signature Dan Dan Noodles.<\/p>\n

Thanks to a collaboration with Nissin, you can enjoy noodles from a Michelin-starred restaurant in less than 4 minutes. What\u2019s more, many reviewers have declared it the best instant cup noodles they have ever eaten.<\/p>\n

Simply add in boiling hot water, followed by the \u2018special oil\u2019 for a bowl of satisfying noodles that captures the essence of Nakiryu\u2019s original dish.<\/p>\n

You\u2019ll taste the well-balanced flavours of the spicy and creamy broth, with hints of aromatic sesame. There are even chunks of tasty meat included to round off this perfect bowl of noodles.<\/p>\n

3. Maru-chan Shiroi Chikara Mochi Instant Noodles<\/h2>\n
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Ah, mochi – the sticky, chewy Japanese rice cake that everyone loves. You\u2019ve probably tasted it in Japanese desserts or sweets. But you may be surprised that it actually goes well with noodles! Chikara udon, or udon noodles served with mochi rice cakes, is one of the most well loved noodle dishes in Japan.<\/p>\n

The Maru-chan Mochi instant noodles recreate this exciting combination for you to relish. With a light but savoury soup made with bonito and dashi stock, this is perfect if you wish to take a break from the richer ramen broths.<\/p>\n

4. Marutai Tonkotsu Shoyu Instant Ramen<\/h2>\n
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With 8 different flavours of ramen to choose from, the Marutai instant ramen series<\/a> promises you lots of variety. Each one showcases a signature broth from various regions in Japan, such as Nagasaki\u2019s Agodashi soup or Hakata Nagahama\u2019s Tonkotsu soup.<\/p>\n

Many reviews have recommended the Kumamoto Browned Garlic flavour. This is because it has successfully emulated the fragrant tonkotsu soup and square-cut, medium noodles found in the region.<\/p>\n

5. Nissin UFO Yakisoba Dry Noodles<\/h2>\n
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Taste the burst of umami flavours with the popular Nissin<\/a> UFO Yakisoba Dry Noodles. It comes with a built-in strainer to easily remove the water for springy dry noodles. Toss the noodles with the slightly sweet Yakisoba soy sauce for an easy and scrumptious meal.<\/p>\n

Fans of mentaiko won\u2019t be disappointed with the Mentaiko Mayo version and its addictive sauce!<\/p>\n

6. Itsuki Kumamoto Spicy Ramen<\/h2>\n
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Craving something a little spicier? You won\u2019t go wrong with the Itsuki Kumamoto Spicy Ramen. The soft, chewy noodles paired with savoury tonkotsu soup and a hint of chilli oil are sure to fire up your taste buds.<\/p>\n

P.S.: Foodco<\/a> has an impressive selection of Japanese instant noodles bundles. Furthermore, you can try out all kinds of Japanese goodies on their store, such as confectionery snacks and canned food.<\/p>\n

7. 18 Prohibited Curry Chicken Instant Ramen (Try If You Dare)<\/h2>\n
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Let us start with a warning – this one isn\u2019t for the faint-hearted. But if you are obsessed with spicy food and wish to challenge yourself, the 18 Prohibited Curry Instant Ramen is exactly what you\u2019re looking for.<\/p>\n

The soup is made using ghost peppers, one of the spiciest peppers in the world with a Scoville rating of over 1,000,000 Scoville heat units. It has left many YouTubers and Makbung stars in tears with its fiery spiciness. Apparently, it\u2019s the spiciest noodles in the world, even spicier than Samyang\u2019s 4x Spicy noodles<\/a>.<\/p>\n