Yeah, the Nostalgia MyMini Personal Sandwich Maker is great for making sandwiches and paninis, but it's not really meant for cooking ramen noodles. Our research shows that it's excellent for grilling and warming things with its nonstick plates, especially bread-based snacks.
People usually find the nonstick plates easy to use and clean, but a lot of folks suggest using a little cooking spray to make things smoother.
The sandwich maker heats up in about 4-5 minutes, and there's a blue light that lets you know when it's ready. It gets hot and stays that way, but it doesn't have an on/off switch or any temperature settings—just plug it in, and it'll do its thing.
It's compact and portable, which is awesome if you're in a small kitchen, a dorm, or even on the move. The small size is great for quick snacks, but it limits you if you're trying to cook something bigger.
For ramen noodles, which need boiling water and time to cook in liquid, you'll want to stick with something like a pot on the stove, a microwave, or an electric kettle.
The sandwich maker doesn't support the kind of water retention or thorough cooking that ramen noodles need.
So, while it's perfect for quick and easy grilling or toasting jobs, you'll need a different kitchen gadget for ramen. It's a super handy tool for simple meals, but just not the one for noodles.