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I already stir-fry the original Shin Ramyun sometimes when I’m not in the mood for soup. I just reduce the water and toss it in the pan. So when I saw Nongshim made an actual stir-fry version I was curious to see how it compared to what I’d been doing on my own.
Produced in South Korea.
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What’s in the Package
Inside the packaging, youโll find a round block of fried wheat noodles and two sachets. The beige sachet contains the Flakes, which famously include small fish cakes stamped with the “่พ” (Shin) character. The orange sachet contains the Spicy Beef Sauce liquid.
How to Cook Shin Stir Fry Noodles
- Bring 600ml (about 2.5 cups) of water to a boil.
- Add the noodle block and the Flakes sachet. Boil for 2 minutes.
- Remove from heat and drain the water, reserving about 4 tablespoons (60ml) of the cooking liquid.
- Add the Sauce sachet and stir-fry over low heat for 30 seconds using the reserved water to help the sauce coat every strand.
- Serve immediately while the glaze is glossy and hot.
How Does It Taste
The mushroom flavor is strong and it’s the first thing that registers. The sauce has a slight sweetness that caramelizes a little as it cooks which gives the finished noodles a dark red color that I really liked visually. The spice is a 3 out of 5. It’s on par with the Red Fiery but it smells spicier than it actually tastes. That’s not a complaint, just worth knowing going in.
The noodles are bouncy and chewy and they hold the sauce well. This is what you want from a stir-fry format. The beef flavor is there but it plays second fiddle to the mushroom and spice.
This essentially is the original Shin Ramyun but saucy instead of soupy with the spice turned up. That’s the whole pitch and it works.
How Does It Compare
The most obvious comparison is the Nongshim Shin Ramyun Spicy Noodle Soup. It’s the same noodle, same mushroom beef base, different format and elevated heat. The Nongshim Shin Ramyun Red Fiery Spicy Beef is the broth version at a similar spice level. The stir-fry format puts this closest to the Samyang Buldak Spicy Chicken in terms of format but the Shin Ramyun flavor profile is completely different.
How to Level Up Nongshim Shin Ramyun Spicy Beef Stir Fry Noodles
A fried egg tossed through the noodles right at the end. Medium-rare seared steak sliced on top. Shaved ribeye if you want something fattier that cuts through the heat.
Final Verdict
A solid stir-fry version of a classic. The mushroom depth carries over from the original, the caramelized sweetness is a nice addition, and the noodle quality is what you’d expect from Shin Ramyun. If you already stir-fry the original this is worth trying as a direct comparison. Add a fried egg.
Tasting Notes
- Spice Level: 3/5
- Broth Viscosity: 2/5
- Noodle Thickness: 1/5
- Noodle Type: Wavy
- Topping Suggestions: Fried Egg, Medium-Rare Seared Steak, Shaved Ribeye
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Community Ratings
The noodles are nicely chewy and the sauce holds onto it very well. A little bit sweet, which cuts the spiciness down compared to the stew version. I find it quite satisfying to eat and on occasion I find myself seeking it out because of that.
Like Shin Ramyun meets Buldak, except not as good as Buldak. I was so excited to try this and yet so let down. It is way too sweet and is missing the savory, salty and beefy flavor that makes the original so good. The packet of dried ingredients include some fake “beef” that tastes super weird. The noodle texture is very nice though. I would just get original Shin Ramyun and reduce the water for a stir fry version instead of getting this.
You canโt really taste the beef flavor, but it does have a good kick.
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