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This ramen was a gift from my friend Doug. He picked it up while he was traveling in Mongolia. And it’s interesting to note that this specific package was made in Korea but intended for export to Russia. Just something we noticed while reading the packaging.
Produced in South Korea.
First thing we noticed is that it delivers a good amount of MSG. The spice level on this one is pretty high. It’s over twice as spicy than the original Shin Ramyun noodles.
There’s also some dried bits mixed in the noodles that seem to be chicken-flavored protein, adding a little extra texture.
To complement this already spicy bowl, adding some imitation crab would be a good choice. Grilled chicken would soak up the spice quite nicely and for a refreshing crunch, some beansprouts and freshly minced garlic would be absolutely perfect.
Tasting Notes
- Spice Level: 4/5
- Broth Viscosity: 2/5
- Noodle Thickness: 2/5
- Noodle Type: Wavy
- Topping Suggestions: Imitation crab, Grilled Chicken, Bean Sprouts, Fresh Garlic
Have you tried this instant ramen? Rate them below!
Frequently Asked Questions
For the spice level, my friend James, who taste tests the ramens with me, gives his rating out of 5 based on his experience with the heat. My own spice tolerance tends to be higher than most, so James’s rating gives a more general sense of the spiciness. Keep in mind that spice is still subjective, so what’s mild for him might be spicy for you, and vice versa!
That’s how thick or thin the broth is. A 1/5 would be very watery, while a 5/5 would be super thick and almost syrupy.
This is just a general gauge of how thick the noodles are compared to other instant ramen noodles I’ve tried. A 1/5 would be very thin, like vermicelli, and a 5/5 would be very thick and wide.
Here, I’m just describing the style or texture of the noodles, like “udon-like” for a chewy and thick noodle, or “thin and curly” for a more classic instant ramen style.
Community Ratings
I love the shin instant noodle collection a lot! Especially the spicy versions, its rich, flavorful and straight up addictive for me. So, I always come up with different ways to prepare it.
Here, I cooked the noodles with all of the seasonings, carrots, bean sprouts, thin slices of beef and chive. I found the cutest fish cakes to eat with it too!
