Nongshim Shin Ramyun Big Bowl is the large cup version of one of Korea's most beloved instant noodles, enjoyed for decades. At 114g, it is larger than a standard cup noodle and makes a satisfying single-serving meal. It features a rich, spicy broth based on beef bone stock, and comes complete with noodles, soup powder, and garnish (dried shiitake mushroom, dried green onion, dried bok choy, and dried red chili) — all in one cup, ready to eat with just boiling water. In Korea, Ramyun is a quintessential quick meal or late-night snack, much like instant pasta in Italy — fast, flavourful, and deeply satisfying.

Shin Ramyun is well known even among Korean noodles for its bold spiciness. It delivers a fiery, tingling chili heat that is quite intense by European standards — stronger than Mexican jalapeño salsa and considerably hotter than a standard paprika sauce. If you are not used to spicy food, try using only half the soup powder to start, or add an egg, a slice of cheese, or a splash of milk after cooking to soften the heat. For those who love spicy food, it offers a deeply addictive, complex flavour that keeps you coming back.

Yes, this product contains allergens that are subject to mandatory labelling under EU regulation (EU 1169/2011). The confirmed allergens are: ① Gluten (from wheat flour used in the noodles), ② Eggs (eggshell calcium in the noodles), ③ Soybeans (in the soup seasoning). Additionally, some market versions may contain mollusc-derived ingredients, so please always check the allergen labelling on the actual product packaging before purchase. This product is not suitable for those following a gluten-free diet.

No. This product is not suitable for vegetarians or vegans. The soup seasoning contains beef bone extract powder, beef seasoning powder, and other ingredients derived from beef and pork. It is also not halal certified. Note that Nongshim does produce a separate halal-certified version called "Halal Shin Ramyun," but this is a different product from the standard Shin Ramyun Big Bowl. If you follow a vegetarian, vegan, or halal diet, this product is not appropriate — please choose an alternative.

Yes, and it is important to be transparent about this. Shin Ramyun Big Bowl is a high-sodium product. The salt content is approximately 3.6g per 100g, which is close to or exceeds the EU high-salt threshold (3.75g salt per 100g). Those who need to limit sodium intake (e.g. due to high blood pressure or kidney conditions) should consume this product with caution. Not drinking all of the broth, or using only part of the soup powder, can help reduce sodium intake. We recommend enjoying this product occasionally as part of a balanced everyday diet.