Satisfy Your Hunger with Malaysia’s Best Instant Noodles

Date posted : 16.03.2023 / Latest update : 19.03.2023

Food and drink

The majority of a family food shelf, there usually will have instant noodles as their food storage. There are some delicious instant noodles available in the market that not only will solve your hunger yet satisfy your taste buds. Instant noodle may be a good choice as a flood preparation, sometimes it will treat your home sickness through local Malaysian taste if you study or work in another country.

5 Popular Instant Noodles In Malaysia You Must Try Now

A1 Curry Laksa Noodle

A1 Curry Laksa Noodle brings the similar flavor as Singapore style laksa or a Malaysia style curry. The curry paste is made from the perfect blend of dried prawns, coconut milk, lemongrass and chilies which give you the perfect dose of spiciness. This noodle is served with a thick creamy curry broth with the taste of coconut milk and a hint of sweetness. It is the simplest way to satisfy your craving for curry laksa. It is listed in the Top 10 List 2022 by Ramen Rater.

Pros of A1 Curry Laksa Noodle

It comes with a separated chili powder sachet, you can add according to your preference of spiciness.
It tastes 90% similar to the original curry laksa.

Cons of A1 Curry Laksa Noodle

Relatively high in sodium content.

Details of A1 Curry Laksa Noodle

Brand	A1
Weight	135g × 4 packets
Sodium Content	1800mg
Product Origin	Malaysia
Price	RM 20.00 – RM 23.90

Maggi Hot Mealz Kari Kaw Extra

Maggi Hot Mealz Kari Kaw Extra is the typical Malaysia curry taste. It is served with a rich and intense curry soup made from a roux with a combination of 12 types of aromatic spices which are slow-cooked to perfection. Besides the thicker and springier noodles, it is also topped with chunkier garnishes. Maggi Hot Mealz Kari Kaw Extra is always the choice for a cozy rainy weather.

Pros of Maggi Hot Mealz Kari Kaw Extra

Easy and fast preparation.
Strong aroma of spices.
More noodles compared to regular cup noodles.

Cons of Maggi Hot Mealz Kari Kaw Extra

Relatively high in sodium content.
It does not have the taste of coconut milk.

Details of Maggi Hot Mealz Kari Kaw Extra

Brand	Maggi
Weight	95g
Sodium Content	1249mg
Product Origin	Malaysia
Price	RM 3.20 – RM 3.40

MyKuali Penang Hokkien Prawn Noodle Cup

If you are a fan of Penang hawker food, you must try MyKuali Penang Hokkien Prawn Noodle Cup. Different from other cup noodles, MyKuali uses shabu noodle blocks in this product. They even have the fried onion in a separate sachet in the cup noodle to magic up the taste and completeness of the Hokkien Prawn Noodle. For those who can’t really take spicy food, you can adjust the level of spiciness by adding the paste. It comes in a separated sachet. This noodle cup was rated number 2 on the Top Ten Instant Noodles Of All Time 2016.

Pros of MyKuali Penang Hokkien Prawn Noodle Cup

Easy and fast preparation.
Rich taste of prawn.
Shabu noodles used in this product.

Cons of MyKuali Penang Hokkien Prawn Noodle Cup

Relatively smaller serving size.

Details of MyKuali Penang Hokkien Prawn Noodle Cup

Brand	MyKuali
Weight	85g
Sodium Content	1553mg
Product Origin	Malaysia
Price	RM 3.70

LJMX Kolo Mee

LJMX Kolo Mee is the signature Kolo Mee in Sarawak. Normally it is served without soup. It tastes similar to Wan Tan Mee. This noodle has a relatively simple and clean ingredients list. It is made with premium flour, water, salt, egg and alkaline water. What you need to do is cook it and mix it up with scallion oil and soy sauce. Kolo mee is springy and has the taste of egg.

Pros of LJMX Kolo Mee

You can make the sauce according to your own taste.
Simple and clean ingredient list.
Low sodium content.

Cons of LJMX Kolo Mee

No seasoning given.

Details of LJMX Kolo Mee

Brand	LJMX
Weight	400g
Sodium Content	470mg
Product Origin	Malaysia
Price	RM 5.50 – RM 9.00

Vit’s Italian Mi Goreng Aglio Olio Instant Noodles

Vit’s Italian Mi Goreng Aglio Olio Instant Noodles is inspired by Italian classics. It is a fusion of local instant noodles and Italian flavor. It is easy to prepare and perfect for a quick meal. It comes with olive oil, garlic flakes and chili flakes. Its taste is also enriched with Italian spices. This product is free from preservatives and artificial coloring. It comes with a sachet of garnish which consists of dehydrated garlic, chili flakes, basil leaves and parsley leaves.

Pros of Vit’s Italian Mi Goreng Aglio Olio Instant Noodles

Low sodium content.
A fusion of Malaysian noodle with Italian flavoring.

Cons of Vit’s Italian Mi Goreng Aglio Olio Instant Noodles

The preference of this combination may be subjective.

Details of Vit’s Italian Mi Goreng Aglio Olio Instant Noodles

Brand	Vit’s
Weight	85g ×4 packets
Sodium Content	329mg
Product Origin	Malaysia
Price	RM 6.30 – RM 8.53

Instant noodles have always been considered as unhealthy food. It is high in sodium content. It only provides energy to the body, a little or no other nutrients. But you can turn your instant into a relatively healthier meal by adding vegetables and good protein in. At the same time, be aware of the quantity of your sodium intake. According to Malaysian Dietary Guideline 2022, recommended sodium intake is less than 2000 mg or equivalent to 1 teaspoon.

As a Penangite, MyKuali Penang Hokkien Prawn Noodle Cup is always my favourite. By adding in kangkong and a hard boiled egg, it tastes exactly as if you are having a bowl of Hokkien Prawn Noodle in a hawker center.