Ranking of the best brands of instant noodles for 2024

Instant noodles have long been used by many people; not only travelers, summer residents and workers eat it. The availability and simplicity of preparation made it possible to brew it at home with a shortage of time for cooking or if you wanted to have a quick snack. There are different opinions about such food, there is no single opinion about the benefits and harms. How useful it is, which companies produce it, we will consider all the advantages and disadvantages of instant noodles in the article.

Characteristic

Instant noodles are pasta that, to be ready for consumption, must be poured with boiling water and allowed to brew for 5-10 minutes.

The inventor is believed to be Japanese Taiwanese origin Momofuku Ando, ​​the founder of Nissin Food Products Co., Ltd in 1958.

They began to produce in Russia in 1991, the first was the Anacom company.

It is also popular in Kazakhstan, instant noodles of Kazakhstani production are 6 times more popular and in demand than traditional ones.

Among the variety of species on the market, it is difficult to choose something specific for yourself. Consider what is common between the types of this product, and what not quite useful additives are added by manufacturers to the composition.

What's in any noodles

Flour (wheat, although there are rice and egg), vegetable oil (sunflower, soy), dried vegetables (mainly paprika, tomatoes, carrots, corn, parsley), spices (salt, garlic, cloves, coriander, hot pepper).

Differences

Different flavoring powders and flavors are added for different flavors. In rare cases, when meat is really added to the composition, powders of broth from beef, pork, mushrooms, seafood are mainly added.
Some models come with the function of draining the water after brewing from the hole in the glass lid.

Nutritional supplements

Depending on the manufacturer, some flavoring additives may be present:

• preservatives (E 211, E 202);
• dyes (burnt sugar is most often used, it tints the ingredients brown);
• stabilizers and thickeners (guar and xanthan gums);
• flavor enhancers (monosodium glutamate, inosinate, sodium guanylate);
• acidity regulators (sodium acetate and diacetate, citric, succinic, acetic acids).

In small quantities, these drugs do not harm human health. It is not recommended to use them too often. To avoid mistakes when choosing a product, carefully read the composition on the label.

This product is very easy to prepare on your own, at home, on the pack for convenience there is a step-by-step cooking instruction, which describes how to cook and serving tips. You can come up with new recipes and combinations with your own hands.

Types of noodles

• wheat (made from both durum wheat and soft wheat, it is the most common);
• rice (made from rice flour, the width of the products is from 2 mm to 3 cm, depending on the type of product);
• buckwheat (it is not often prepared from it, it has a balanced content of proteins, fats and carbohydrates);
• egg (made from egg flour, the thinnest pasta is obtained from it, the width is less than 1 mm, sometimes a little wheat flour is added to it for consistency).

• fast cooking;
• not expensive for the price;
• long shelf life;
• convenient to take with you for lunch or travel.

• chemistry in the composition (preservatives, flavor enhancers);
• constant use has a bad effect on the stomach;
• contains a lot of fats and oils;
• in the process of preparing noodles for storage and sale, almost all nutrients die;
• the photo on the label does not always correspond to the product inside the package.

Manufacturing process

1. Noodle production. To do this, select the necessary flour and additional components, knead the dough, and produce the required type of pasta. For this, special automated lines are used. It is on them that the famous "wave" is obtained.
2. Pasta is heat treated with steam (90-100 degrees).
3. The products are deep-fried (140-150 degrees). There are some peculiarities depending on the manufacturer. Some use high-quality expensive palm oil, and some take sunflower oil to reduce the cost.
4. Cooling. After roasting, the product enters the cooling tunnel, where it cools down and prepares for the packaging stage.
5. Packaging. The final stage is the transfer of the noodles themselves and the necessary spices to the container and transferring it for sale.

Best instant noodles

The rating was based on the description, popularity of products and customer reviews in online stores. The best manufacturers and brands of each brand were selected. One of each.

According to buyers, these semi-finished products are the best.

Korean production

Korean manufacturers occupy a large part of the Russian market, their products are very diverse. You can choose for every taste.

Doshirak with beef flavor

Doshirak is one of the most popular brands in our country. It was with him that the acquaintance with instant noodles began. Today, their product line is quite diverse, but the most purchased is the version with beef. The average price of such a product is 50 rubles.

• time-tested manufacturer;
• price (most brands are inexpensive, budget);
• availability;
• there is a plug for easy cooking outside the home.

• calorie content;
• not recommended for people with gastrointestinal problems.

General characteristics	Indicators
Main ingredient	beef
Packaging	container
Fork included	there is
Weight (gr)	90

Samyang spicy ramen with chicken Hot chicken flavor ramen

Like most Asian dishes, it has a hot sauce. Chicken stew product. Average cost: 140 rubles.

• large portion;
• quality products in the composition.

• hot sauce (for some, half a package of spices is enough);
• price.

General characteristics	Indicators
Main ingredient	a hen
Packaging	pack
Fork included	not
Weight (gr)	145

Ottogi Yeul Ramen

Manufactured by the Korean company Ottogi. It has a very spicy sauce, a small gramme, only 62 gr. Average cost: 125 rubles.

• high-quality components in the composition;
• proven manufacturer for years.

• price;
• not everyone is suitable for the sharpness, for some, half a bag of spices is enough;
• inconvenience of steaming (no cover).

General characteristics	Indicators
Main ingredient	pork
Packaging	glass
Fork included	not
Weight (gr)	62

Tempura Udon Nongshim

For cooking, use wheat flour, paste thickness 2-4 mm. Average price: 111 rubles.

• large portion;
• rich and appetizing;
• good quality of the raw materials used.

• price;
• involves cooking.

General characteristics	Indicators
Taste	shrimp, cuttlefish
Packaging	pack
Fork included	not
Weight (gr)	118

Did you know that if the noodles are sold in a package, and not in a glass, then they must be boiled for a short time: 3-5 minutes after the water boils. Such noodles are not steamed, but boiled.

Udon Seafood flavor udong

Inside the large package there are 2 vacuum bags of noodles, which allows you to split the meal in half. Price: 100 rub.

• large packaging;
• the package is divided into 2 portions;
• price.

• there is no container for brewing, it is necessary to cook in boiling water for 3-4 minutes.

General characteristics	Indicators
Main ingredient	seafood
Packaging	pack
Weight (gr)	424

Thai production

Mama Thai instant noodles with Tom Yam Shrimp flavor

Packaging - 60 g, bag. Like most Thai foods, it has a hot sauce. Price: from 43 rubles.

• cost;
• fragrant.

• hot sauce (not suitable for everyone);
• not everywhere you can buy.

General characteristics	Indicators
Main ingredient	Shrimp
Packaging	package
Fork included	not
Weight (gr)	60

Indonesian production

Indomie Mi Goreng Fried Spicy

Indonesian, with spicy sauce. Has a rich taste of classic noodles, with a spicy sauce. Price: 84 rubles.

• classic taste;
• ease of preparation (glass);
• high quality.

• price;
• inconvenience of opening packages with butter and sauce;
• small portion.

General characteristics	Indicators
Main ingredient	Classic, with sauce
Packaging	glass
Weight (gr)	82

Japanese production

Nissin Beef flavor

Japanese product quality, small quantity per pack. Price: 105 rubles.

• high quality raw materials;
• ease of preparation (glass);
• instruction in Russian.

• price;
• small portion.

General characteristics	Indicators
Ingredient	Beef
Packaging	glass
Weight (gr)	64

Russian production

ANAKOM with beef

Manufactured by LLC Improd. The manufacturer claims that such products can be tasty and healthy; only natural vegetables, herbs, without GMOs and dyes are used in the preparation. Average price: 69 rubles.

• price;
• lack of dyes and preservatives;
• convenience of steaming (there is a special container).

• frequent use is not desirable for people with gastrointestinal problems;
• not available in all stores.

General characteristics	Indicators
Main ingredient	Beef
Packaging	container
Weight (gr)	90

Chicken flavored EVERY DAY

Domestic manufacturer, in a pack pieces of dried chicken minced meat, a mixture of vegetables and spices. Cost: from 20 rubles. A quick and convenient snack solution.

• price;
• rich and aromatic;
• optimal price / quality ratio.

• not recommended for use in food every day;
• light weight (75 gr).

General characteristics	Indicators
Ingredient	A hen
Packaging	container
Weight (gr)	75

Big Lunch with chicken fillet sauce

A large portion allows you to quickly and permanently satisfy your hunger, due to the high calorie content of the product. Average cost: 74 rubles.

• large portion;
• fragrant and not insipid composition;
• convenience of preparation (there is a container).

• chicken broth is in a separate package, it is not always convenient to open;
• not recommended for frequent use.

General characteristics	Indicators
Additive	A hen
Packaging	container
Weight (gr)	100

Sen Soy Pad Thai Rice Noodles

A feature of this product is noodles (it is not wheat, but rice). Average cost: 119 rubles.

• quality components;
• unusual taste;
• large portion.

• price;
• sticks together if cooked incorrectly.

General characteristics	Indicators
Additive	Rice noodles with thai sauce
Packaging	container
Weight (gr)	125

BIGBON Max with sauce Grilled beef

Produced by LLC TPK BioFood. For convenience of cooking outside the home, the set includes a fork. Price: 50 rubles.

• price;
• availability;
• set with a plug.

• unusual taste "with a smoke" for an amateur;
• no lid, inconvenient to steam.

General characteristics	Indicators
Ingredient	Grilled beef
Packaging	glass
Fork included	there is
Weight (gr)	95

Rollton Egg noodles with beef "home-style" spicy

Produced by Mareven Food Central LLC. The specialty is the egg noodles, not wheat noodles like most species. Price: 50 rub.

• cost;
• large portion;
• unusual taste (egg).

• not suitable for everyday food (as part of preservatives);
• not recommended for people with gastrointestinal diseases.

General characteristics	Indicators
Ingredient	beef-flavored egg noodles
Packaging	container
Fork included	there is
Weight (gr)	90

Business Menu "Pasta in a Navy" with beef

Large portion, unusual taste. Average cost: 89 rubles. Optimal price / quality ratio.

• large portion;
• price;
• does not contain GMO.

• inconvenience of preparation (no tight lid).

General characteristics	Indicators
Ingredient	with beef flavor
Packaging	container
Fork included	there is
Weight (gr)	130

Chinese made

Instant Chinese Seafood Noodles

Product cost: 88 rubles. Not sharp. Seafood gives its own special flavor, which attracts lovers of such food.

• large portion;
• unusual aroma.

• inconvenient packaging (package);
• inaccessibility (not everywhere you can buy).

General characteristics	Indicators
Main ingredient	Seafood
Packaging	package
Weight (gr)	103

Ve-Wong with chicken

Distinctive feature: it is made from soft wheat varieties. Energy value: 320.8 kcal
A disposable plug is provided for convenience. Average cost: 330 rubles.

• container (easy to brew);
• there is a disposable plug.

• price;
• composition (many additives).

General characteristics	Indicators
Ingredients	A hen
Packaging	container
Fork included	there is
Weight (gr)	85

What to look for

To avoid mistakes when buying, consider the basic rules for choosing:

1. Such food, cooked in a few minutes, will be harmful to children and pregnant women, and people with gastrointestinal diseases should also not be purchased. It is important to consider who you are buying the product for. Also, it is not recommended to use it on an ongoing basis, it can cause stomach diseases.
2. Cost. You should not overpay for the company's brand, in most cases the noodles are of approximately the same composition, the brand affects the price, but not always the quality. Read the composition of the product carefully.
3. The taste of the product. There is a wide range of noodles on the market. There are kimchi, pork, chicken, beef, mushroom flavors. New items with exotic additives often appear. The products should be suitable in taste, if you don't like mushroom, do not take it, take the one that you think is more appetizing. Otherwise, you may be disappointed in the taste of the product.
4. Where can I buy. The question of how to choose and where to buy is important, you can of course look for noodles in the supermarket, but you can also order online from an online store. The main selection criterion is the issue of cost. How much the same product costs in a particular store is a decisive factor in choosing a place of purchase.
5. Which company is better to buy. Browse the product lines of different manufacturers, and choose the best for yourself, suitable in taste, composition and price.

Read the ingredients for instant noodles, look for your taste, and let the quick snack taste good. Remember, however, that instant noodles are often not eaten.