Go to a Ramen stand in Japan and try authentic ramen-- it's silly to judge Ramen as a whole just because you only have access to freeze-dried, packaged MSG.
AUTHENTIC RAMEN
V.S.
TOP RAMEN
But to stick up for Maruchan, add only half of the seasoning and it's not half bad... add some cabbage and cooked vegetables, maybe an egg. Whatever floats your noodle-loving boat