Shin Ramyun

Shin Ramyun

The contents of a packet of Shin Ramyun instant noodles.
Korean name
Hangul 신라면
Hanja
Revised Romanization Sinramyeon
McCune–Reischauer Sinramyŏn
Shin Ramyun is often eaten with kimchi as a topping or on the side.

Shin Ramyun is a brand of instant noodle produced by Nong Shim Ltd. in South Korea since 1986. It is exported to over 80 different countries, and is the highest selling brand of noodles in South Korea.[1]

In April 2011, the brand launched Shin Ramyun Black at twice the price of the regular Shin Ramyun, and it generated sales of ₩9.4 billion in May 2011.[2]

History

Shin Ramyun is an instant noodle produced by Nong Shim. The first production was in 1986. Recently there are several different versions including Seafood shin ramyun and Black Shin Ramyun.

Packaging

Shin Ramyun is packaged with its distinctive shiny seasoning packet and a plastic packet of dehydrated vegetables. The noodles are dry and packed tightly like any other noodles. Some have a circular shape but models sold in Korea have a square block shape. Instant cup or instant bowl form could be bought in convenience stores. This model came out in 1981.[3]

References

  1. "10 Consumer Hits 1950-2007". The Korea Times. 16 October 2007. Retrieved 2007-10-21.
  2. Lee, Sang-eun (18 June 2011). "How to make your own premium ramen". Joongang Daily. Retrieved 27 January 2013.
  3. Nong Shim official website

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