Nongshim Saeu-tang Big Cup is one of Korea's most iconic instant cup noodles, featuring springy wheat noodles in a rich, shrimp-forward seafood broth. The cup comes complete with noodles, soup powder and flakes (fish cake, shrimp, seaweed and carrot) — just add boiling water and it's ready in 3–4 minutes with no extra equipment needed, making it a great starting point for anyone in Europe trying Korean ramyeon for the first time. The broth is savory and umami-rich with a naturally sweet seafood aroma from the shrimp. Think of it as a deeply flavored noodle soup reminiscent of a French seafood bisque.

Under EU food labelling regulations (Regulation 1169/2011), the following major allergens are present and must be noted: ① Gluten (wheat) — wheat flour is used in both the noodles and soup powder. ② Crustaceans — shrimp is included in the soup powder and flakes. ③ Fish — fish cake (made from pollock) is present in the flakes. ④ Soybeans — used as hydrolysed vegetable protein in the soup powder. ⑤ Molluscs — squid, mussel and oyster are included in the soup powder. There is also a risk of cross-contamination with barley, egg, peanut, milk, celery, mustard and sesame. Those with sensitivities to any of these should exercise caution.

No, this product is not suitable for vegans or vegetarians. The soup powder contains a variety of seafood ingredients including shrimp, squid, mussel and oyster, and the flakes also contain fish cake (made from fish) and shrimp. This product is not halal certified. It is also not suitable for those following a gluten-free diet, as it contains wheat.

Yes, Nongshim Saeu-tang Big Cup is relatively high in sodium. Based on dry weight, it is estimated to contain approximately 2g of salt per 100g (equivalent to around 800mg of sodium). This is typical for instant noodles, but those following a low-sodium diet are advised to moderate their intake. To reduce sodium, you can use only half the soup powder or avoid drinking all of the broth. Please note that this product should not be mistaken for a low-salt or reduced-sodium product.

In Korea, cup ramyeon is a widely enjoyed everyday convenience food found at convenience stores, motorway service stations, offices and more. Seafood-based ramyeon like Saeu-tang Big Cup is a long-standing bestseller, prized for its deeply umami-rich broth. By way of European comparison, it is similar in spirit to a French bisque de crevettes (shrimp bisque) — a deeply flavored seafood broth enjoyed in noodle form. In Korea, it is common to customize cup ramyeon with extras like egg, cheese or Kimchi. The noodles are fried (deep-fried during production), giving them a springy, resilient texture. This is a convenience food valued for its taste and ease, not a health food product.