OYAKATA Miso Ramen is an instant ramen produced by OYAKATA, a brand of Japan's major food group Ajinomoto, currently manufactured in Poland in accordance with EU standards. The key difference from ordinary instant ramen lies in the miso (味噌) seasoning. Miso is a paste made by fermenting soybeans, rice, and barley using traditional methods — much like European cheese or wine, the fermentation and ageing process develops a complex, deep umami flavour. This product's seasoning powder contains 25% fermented miso, delivering a rich and savoury broth. The noodles are made from wheat flour and can be prepared in just 3 minutes with hot water.

Under EU food labelling law (Regulation 1169/2011), this product contains the following allergens: ① Gluten (GLUTEN) — present in the wheat flour of the noodles, the wheat in the soy sauce powder, and the barley in the miso powder. Not suitable for people with coeliac disease or gluten intolerance. ② Soybeans (SOY/SOYBEANS) — present in the miso powder and soy sauce powder. ③ Milk (MILK) — present in the form of lactose, making it unsuitable for those with lactose intolerance or dairy allergies. The EU label also declares the possibility of cross-contamination with crustaceans, molluscs, eggs, fish, celery, mustard, sesame, and sulphites. If you have any allergies, please check the full ingredient list carefully.

No, this product is not suitable for vegetarians or vegans. The ingredients include pork bone extract powder and chicken extract powder, meaning it contains meat and animal-derived ingredients. It also contains lactose (from milk). Regarding halal certification: this product contains pork (pork bone extract), and no halal certification mark has been confirmed on the EU label. It is therefore not suitable for those following a halal or kosher diet.

Miso (味噌) is a paste made by fermenting soybeans, rice, barley, or other grains with salt and koji mould using traditional methods. Just as European cheese and wine develop complex flavours through fermentation and ageing, miso builds a deep, rich umami through its fermentation process. Using miso in ramen broth creates a savoury, layered depth of flavour that goes far beyond simple saltiness. Miso ramen originated in the Hokkaido region of northern Japan and is known for its rich, warming broth — perfectly suited to cold weather. The seasoning powder in OYAKATA Miso Ramen contains 25% fermented miso, making it easy to enjoy this traditional flavour at home.

Preparation: Bring approximately 500ml of water to a boil in a saucepan, add the noodles, and cook for 3 minutes. Reduce the heat or remove from the heat, then add the enclosed miso seasoning powder and stir well to dissolve. For a more complete meal, top with a soft-boiled egg, corn, a knob of butter, or fresh vegetables such as spinach or mushrooms. It is recommended to add the seasoning powder after reducing the heat, as adding it to an overly hot broth may cause the aroma to dissipate. Storage: Before opening, store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Once opened, prepare and consume immediately. Check the best-before date printed on the packaging.