Maruchan boasts 14 varieties of packet ramen versus Nissin's core five with each having robust SKUs available at most grocery stores; beef, shrimp, and chicken being the most represented.

Maruchan Chicken Instant Ramen (Nick O'Malley, MassLive) This is the most basic flavor of the bunch. It’s not the gold standard as much as it’s the yellow standard of mediocrity.

If you prefer your ramen with a bit of a kick, Maruchan's lime chili shrimp flavor is a great option that took second place. Taste testers said it was way more flavorful than the plain shrimp flavor.

I tried instant ramen noodles from Nissin, Maruchan, and Tradition to see which one made the best easy lunch. Erin McDowell/Insider 2021-01-27T14:58:06Z ...