Are there any other ingredients you like to add to Korean ramen? Let me know in the comments at the end of this article and I’ll add them to the list. Don’t forget, you can also experience the taste of Korean ramen, along with many other delightful Korean treats, through a subscription to the awesome Seoul Box. Shin Ramyun achieved 28 billion units sold since it was first introduced. [5] Shin Ramyun is listed on the National Brand Consumption Index (NBCI) [6] as the number 1 brand in South Korea (2012~2016) for its brand awareness and brand power Nongshim's headquarters is located in Seoul, South Korea. Nongshim products are now exported to over 100 countries around the world. [18] As of 2016, Nongshim has 11 manufacturing plants around the world: Korea (Anyang, Ansung, Asan, Gumi, Busan, Noksan), United States (Rancho Cucamonga, CA), China (Shanghai, Qingdao, Shenyang, Yanbian). [19] [20] There are 7 sales distribution offices in 6 countries outside of South Korea: the United States, Canada, Australia, Japan, China and Vietnam.

Hanyoo Park is a content creator for Best of Korea. She was born in Seoul, Korea, and currently lives and works in Manhattan. She is a mom to a middle schooler and a proud maximalist who loves everything about life. Here’s a video where I prepare the product, garnish it, and consume it. It should be noted that adding cheese is a popular thing in South Korea. It should also be noted that the use of rice to add to leftover broth is very popular. The Tear-down MoneyToday (16 February 2016). "농심 신라면, 누적매출 10兆 돌파…30년간 280억개 팔렸다 - 머니투데이 뉴스". www.mt.co.kr . Retrieved 8 June 2016. On 1 January 1991, Nongshim introduced its new corporate identity (CI): Nongshim Seed. [12] The Gumi factory was built in September 1991. Since 1994, Nongshim has used computer-integrated manufacturing for production.a b "[제 2의 주식, 라면]세계가 먹는 바로 그 매운맛, 辛라면 변신하다". news.donga.com. 22 September 2014 . Retrieved 8 June 2016. After Shin Ramyun was introduced, Nongshim’s market share hit 46.3% in 1987, and exceeded 50% for the first time in 1988 (53.8%). [4] With the market share of over 20% just by itself, Shin Ramyun is a leading brand of the instant noodles in Korea. Shin Ramyun was introduced in October 1986 by Nongshim. The Nongshim R&D team came up with the idea of Sogogijanguk, a cabbage and beef stew, which is one of the most popular traditional South Korean dishes. [3] Nongshim Co., Ltd. ( Korean: 농심; Hanja: 農心; RR: Nongsim; lit.Farmer's Mind) is a South Korean multinational food and beverage company headquartered in Seoul, South Korea. Nongshim was founded in 1965 under the name Lotte Food Industrial Company. The name was changed to Nongshim in 1978. [4] Herald, The Korea (17 March 2016). "Competition intensifies over premium instant noodles". www.koreaherald.com . Retrieved 23 June 2016.

In Japan, Nongshim has set 10 April as a Shin Ramyun day since 2010. [18] The date was chosen for its similarity in pronunciation with “Hot (Japanese: ホット)” when the Japanese pronunciation of the number 4 in English is combined with the Japanese word for 10. [18] [19] Shin Ramyun was introduced in October 1986 by Nongshim. The Nongshim R&D team was inspired by Sogogijanguk, a spicy cabbage and beef stew, which is one of the most popular traditional South Korean dishes. [3] Soon Noodle Soup is vegan Korean ramen that has the same delicious noodle soup taste inspired by Shin Ramen, but with a milder flavor created from the savory vegetable ingredients. Soon is the Korean word for mild and that is why the Korean word Soon is used for this ramen. Think of this as a milder, vegan version of Shin Ramen. This ramen is for those who want to eat healthy vegetarian ramen! Korean ramen has also inspired various creative and fusion recipes. Some people add cheese, butter, or other ingredients to enhance the flavor or create a unique twist. Ramen is sometimes used as an ingredient in other dishes, such as stir-fried ramen or ramen-based stews like Budae Jjigae.South Korean Food Manufacturer Nongshim Opens Bottled Water Plant In China With Targeted Sales Of 237.6 Million Dollars In 2017". koreaportal. 9 November 2015 . Retrieved 23 June 2016. Nongshim USA:: Our Products". Nongshim. Archived from the original on 24 April 2014 . Retrieved 25 April 2014. a b "농심차이나 상반기 실적 40%↑". www.inu.ac.kr (in Korean). 8 July 2014. Archived from the original on 23 June 2023 . Retrieved 23 June 2023.

As part of the marketing strategies, Nongshim uses "사나이 울리는 신라면" (romanization: Sanai Ullineun Shin Ramyun; translation: "Shin Ramyun can make a man cry" [10]). The word sanai (Hangul: 사나이) is used to describe the man while emphasizing the masculinity. [11] During the 1980s, Nongshim invested highly on machinery, equipment, and systems. The Anseong factory was built in 1981 to specialize in powder soup, used to flavor the ramyun. Herald, The Korea (27 April 2015). "Nongshim launches 'Jjawang' noodles". www.koreaherald.com . Retrieved 23 June 2016. a b c d Herald, The Korea (12 April 2016). "Nongshim Japan's sales rise 22.6% in Q1". www.koreaherald.com . Retrieved 9 June 2016. Herald, The Korea (28 March 2021). "Family, business community mourn late Nongshim Group chairman". www.koreaherald.com . Retrieved 29 March 2021.Tom Ford (11 January 2014), 신라면 박지성편 2009, archived from the original on 8 September 2023 , retrieved 8 June 2016

Nongshim built factories in China in the late 1990s and early 2000s: Shanghai (1996), Qingdao (1998), Shenyang (2000), a second factory at Qingdao (2002), and Yanbian (2015). Originally there was difficulty entering the Chinese market until a male-themed advertising campaign for the very spicy Shin ramyun implied virility from eating such a peppery product. In the U.S, Nongshim built a factory in Los Angeles in 2005. [15] Advertising [ edit ] a b 무단전재, Ⓒ 종합 경제정보 미디어 이데일리-상업적; 금지, 재배포 (15 February 2016). " '신라면의 힘'..출시 30년, 매출 10조원 돌파". edaily . Retrieved 8 June 2016. GLOBAL NONGSHIM". eng.nongshim.com. Archived from the original on 22 March 2016 . Retrieved 23 June 2016.Being aware of the historical importance of Baduk, or "Go", (Traditional Chinese: 圍棋; Japanese: 囲碁) in China, Nongshim has been sponsoring an annual Baduk Championship, the Nongshim Cup, as part of their marketing strategies since 1999. [16] [17] Marketing in Japan [ edit ]