Shin Ramen is one of the popular ramen brands in South Korea. Produced by Nongshim, a food manufacturing company, this is widely distributed and consumed both within and outside of South Korea.
this is known for its emphasis on spicy flavors, featuring a red soup base made with chili powder, as well as small bits of meat and vegetable powder. Of course, the spiciness level of the ramen can vary depending on individual preferences for heat.
Furthermore, Shin Ramen has various variants such as ” Black version” or “Big Cup,” offering unique flavors and ingredients for a diverse taste experience.
this is highly popular among those who enjoy spicy ramen, making it one of South Korea’s iconic ramen brands.
Currently, there’s a trend of creating a new recipe overseas. It’s commonly known as “Shin Ramen Tom Yum,” named after its similarity in taste to Thailand’s Tom Yum soup. Here’s how you can make it:
Ingredients:
1 pack of Shin Ramen
2 cups of water
1-2 tablespoons of Tom Yum paste (adjust to taste)
1/2 cup of sliced mushrooms
1/4 cup of sliced onions
1/4 cup of sliced bell peppers
1/4 cup of cherry tomatoes
1 stalk of lemongrass, cut into 2-inch pieces
2-3 kaffir lime leaves
1-2 slices of galangal (optional)
1-2 slices of ginger (optional)
1-2 tablespoons of lime juice
1-2 teaspoons of sugar (adjust to taste)
Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish
Instructions:
Boil 2 cups of water in a pot.
Add the Shin Ramen noodles and cook for 3 minutes.
Stir in the Tom Yum paste, mushrooms, onions, bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, galangal, and ginger. Simmer for an additional 5-7 minutes or until the vegetables are tender.
Add lime juice and sugar to taste. Adjust the flavors as needed.
Remove the lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, galangal, and ginger slices if used.
Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro leaves.
Enjoy your homemade Shin Ramen Tom Yum with a unique fusion of Korean and Thai flavors!
When preparing this unique “Shin Ramen Tom Yum,” it’s essential to exercise caution to avoid burns while boiling the ramen. Please be careful throughout the cooking process.
If you want to savor the authentic taste, you can simply boil the ramen in water with the soup base, vegetable powder, and noodles for about 4-5 minutes, then enjoy it. Some people also like to add an egg according to their preference.
Occasionally, Koreans pair ramen with other foods like rice, kimbap, or tteokbokki while eating. Try out this new recipe for “Spicy Korean-style”
