In article >, "elaine"
> wrote:

> "Melba's Jammin'" > wrote in message
> ...
> > My local Cub supermarket has done a major re-set of their store. There
> > is now a big "International" section with about 6 feet of Japanese
> > stuff. Not to mention the Hispanic comestibles.
> >
> > On a whim, I picked up a package of Nong Shim brand (I think that's the
> > brand) Shin Ramyun Noodle Soup, Hot & Spicy (Spicy underlined) flavor.
> > I cooked it according to package directions and added about 2
> > tablespoons of white vinegar in the bowl to make it sour. I've eaten
> > worse stuff. It's really spicy (too hot for Rob) but I'll keep a pack
> > around for medicinal purposes. It cost about $.69. Supposedly two
> > servings (3 cups water to cook the noodles and seasoning in), but I ate
> > it all.
> > Nutritionally, it's pretty bad if you're on a low-fat diet, but it DOES
> > provide 44% of the day's sodium. "-) Jeez.
> > --
>
> Mmmm, yes it makes a quick meal and I always have packets on hand. I
> ususally add some grated carrot, mushrooms, chives and/or green onion and
> shrimp - thanks for the vinegar tip, I never thought of that.

> Elaine

It would appear that my 'Japanese" shelves also have Korean stuff -- I
just noticed that the company is from Seoul, Korea. Imported by Rockman
Co. in Commerce, California. Elaine, do you add the veggies you
mentioned when you cook it or after, raw?
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