I found "Alien Ramen" at a certain antenna shop in Tokyo. I was attracted to the appearance and name of the instant noodles, so I bought it. The price is 270 yen (tax included) per bag.
This is an instant noodle made from "Warasubo" from the Ariake Sea. Odontamblyopus is a fish called "Ariake Sea alien" with sharp teeth and degenerated eyes. Contrary to its terrifying appearance, it is said to be eaten locally as a fish with the "best taste".
Alien Ramen
The sci-fi-like design of the package has a terrifying appearance of Odontamblyopus. You wouldn't expect "ramen" to have the word "alien" next to you ...
Is it like an alien?
■ How to make
The method of making is the same as general instant noodles. Put the noodles in boiling 500 ml of hot water and simmer for about 3 minutes.
When the noodles are loosened, turn off the heat, add the soup and stir well so as not to be fooled.
The color is already suspicious
Transfer to a bowl, top with your favorite ingredients, and you're done!
Wow ...
At first, I was planning to try without ingredients, but the finished product was more alien than I expected, so I added the green onions, eggs, kamaboko, and seaweed that were in the refrigerator. Toppings are important.
■ Tasting
A green (gardenia jasminoides) soup that you rarely see. It's a color that isn't even flattering.
This color
First, take a bite of soup. What spreads softly ... I wonder, the bittersweetness that is different from the scent of rocky shore. A unique flavor that I have never eaten. It comes slowly for the first time, and even after swallowing, a slight bitterness remains in the mouth for a while.
The product description says "special salt soup with odontamblyopus". It tastes like salt ramen, but I couldn't feel the richness. Although it has a refreshing finish overall, it can be said that the taste is quite different depending on the person. Not recommended for those who are not good at the unique fishiness that remains in the mouth.
The noodles made from the wheat "Ra-Mugi" developed for Hakata Ramen are soft, and the color changes to light green while soaking in the soup. You can enjoy the feeling of alien until the end.
The noodles are also green
"Alien Ramen" with a unique name and impressive appearance. To summarize the tastes that interest you, "Some people may be fine, but those who are not good are completely useless ."
However, the impact is outstanding. As a material, it may be good for souvenirs and small gifts. If you want to easily try the taste of "Aliens of the Ariake Sea", why not pick it up?
