From Spicy Soup to Zesty Stir-Fry
Global instant noodle giant Shin Ramyun is adding a new twist to its popular lineup—the Tom Yum Kung Stir-Fried Cup. Launching early in select convenience stores in Japan on September 22, 2025, this cup noodle promises a mouthwatering mix of spicy, sour, and citrusy flavors inspired by Thailand’s beloved national soup, Tom Yum Kung.
The Flavor Fusion You Didn’t Know You Needed
If you’ve ever slurped a Shin Ramyun cup and wished it packed the tangy, lemongrass kick of Thai cuisine, your dreams just came true. The new stir-fried version keeps Shin Ramyun’s signature “umakara” punch—that magical balance of savory and spicy—and layers in the rich complexity of Tom Yum Kung, complete with a zing of lime and a generous dose of aromatic spices.
The chewy noodles make a solid comeback too, soaking up every drop of the flavor bomb. According to the product label, the spice level hits a 2.5 on Nongshim’s internal spicy index—which, for reference, is the same intensity as the standard Shin Ramyun. So it’s spicy, but not fire-alarm spicy.
Limited Rollout, Big Demand
Nongshim, the South Korean food titan behind Shin Ramyun, first introduced its Tom Yum Kung Cup noodles to Japan in May 2025, and the reception was… spicy-hot. This new stir-fried version is likely to sell fast, especially among fans of global fusion flavors and culinary adventurers roaming the convenience store aisles.
At 332 yen (tax included) for a 103g cup, it’s a quick, budget-friendly way to travel from Seoul to Bangkok in under five minutes… via your microwave.
Spicy Comfort Food Goes Global
With over 100 countries already slurping Shin Ramyun, this latest release continues Nongshim’s mission to blend Korean comfort food with pan-Asian flavor trends. Call it globalization in cup form.
Whether you’re a K-drama binge-watcher craving a late-night snack or an instant noodle detective in search of your next flavor thrill, this Tom Yum-infused stir-fry could become your next guilty pleasure.
Final Slurp
So the big question: Will the Shin Ramyun Tom Yum Kung Stir-Fried Cup live up to the hype? If it tastes half as good as it sounds, prepare for an instant noodle aisle stampede.
