'Maggi with Milk': Redditor pays Rs 450 for ramen in a tier-3 Indian city and it's a hilarious fail

Ramen enthusiasts have a soft spot for this beloved Japanese noodle dish, which has become a hit in India amid the country's growing fascination with Japanese and Korean foods. But recently, an individual who tried ramen from a Tier-3 Indian city has a piece of advice: 'Don't.'

An adventurous foodie took to Reddit to recount their ramen experience after trying a "Korean Cream Chicken Ramen" from a restaurant in Mangalore.

With high hopes for authentic ramen, they were disappointed to find a bowl of what they described as "Maggi with milk and a semi-boiled egg," costing them 450 rupees.

The dish lacked both spice and salt, and the accompanying photo really does look quite bad.

Lesson Learnt: Never have Ramen in a Tier-3 Indian City
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The post, which garnered over 1.3k upvotes, clearly struck a chord, with others sharing their own ramen letdowns.

Comments ranged from "Tried ramen four times, all awful¡ªI'm sticking to Maggi" to "The Japanese might sue if they see this," with some even advising to stick to local favorites like chicken curry and mutton curry instead.

Ramen in India

Ramen is a popular Japanese noodle soup dish consisting of Chinese-style wheat noodles served in a meat or fish-based broth, often flavored with soy sauce or miso.

It's typically topped with ingredients like sliced pork, green onions, and a boiled egg.

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In India, ramen is enjoyed in several ways. Instant ramen packets are a popular quick meal, widely available in supermarkets.

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Additionally, many cities now boast restaurants offering traditional ramen with rich broths and creative toppings.

Some chefs also experiment with fusion versions, blending ramen with Indian spices and ingredients to create unique flavors.

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