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Spicy Korean instant noodles, popular instant ramen
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 pack (whole) of Shin Ramen (120 g) has 528 calories. That works out to 440 calories per 100 g. It contains 80.4 g of carbs, 10.2 g of protein, 18 g of fat and 3 g of fiber. Its 3.4 mg of Iron covers 19% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 85 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 1 pack (whole) · 120 g
528
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
80.4g
· 29% DV
Protein
10.2g
· 20% DV
Fat
18g
· 23% DV
Fiber
3g
· 11% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 61% · Protein 8% · Fat 31%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 528 kcal | |
| Total fat | 18 g | 23% |
| Saturated fat | 8.64 g | 43% |
| Trans fat | 0.12 g | |
| Sodium | 2040 mg | 89% |
| Total carbohydrate | 80.4 g | 29% |
| Fiber | 3 g | 11% |
| Protein | 10.2 g | 20% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 pack (whole) | 120 g | 528 kcal |
| ½ pack (half) | 60 g | 264 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 440 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 120 g | 528 kcal |
| 1 piece (whole) | 120 g | 528 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 250 g | 1100 kcal |
| 1 bottle (jumbo) | 500 g | 2200 kcal |
Calculated from 440 calories per 100 g.
Cook Shin Ramen in boiling water with its soup seasoning, following the time and water amount printed on the packet. Stir the noodles so they soften evenly, then serve while hot; adding less water makes the broth more concentrated.
Shin Ramen is noticeably spicy, with much of its heat coming from the chili-based soup seasoning. If you are sensitive to spicy food, start with less seasoning and add more only after tasting the broth.
Common additions to Shin Ramen include sliced scallions, mushrooms, cabbage, corn, tofu, or an egg. Add vegetables that need cooking with the noodles, and finish with fresh scallions or sesame for extra aroma.
Use only part of the seasoning packet to make Shin Ramen less spicy. Adding an egg, tofu, or vegetables can also soften the heat, though it changes the broth’s flavor and texture.
Shin Black has a richer, deeper-tasting broth than the original Shin Ramen. Its seasoning components may be packaged separately, so follow the directions on that specific pack rather than assuming the two versions cook identically.
Yes, you can microwave Shin Ramen in a microwave-safe bowl, but do not microwave the packet or cup unless its packaging explicitly says it is microwave-safe. Cover the noodles with water and heat until they soften, watching for bubbling broth.
Many standard Shin Ramen versions use beef-derived ingredients or beef flavoring, but recipes can differ by country and product variant. Check the ingredients on the particular package if you need to avoid beef.
Shin Ramen is convenient, but it is not a particularly balanced meal on its own and its seasoning can contribute a lot of salt. Adding vegetables and a source of protein, such as egg or tofu, makes the meal more varied.
Cooked Shin Ramen can be refrigerated in a covered container after it has cooled, but the noodles quickly absorb broth and turn soft. For the best texture, eat leftovers the next day and reheat them thoroughly.
Shin Ramen originated in South Korea and is made by Nongshim. The product is sold internationally, and ingredients, packaging, and available varieties can differ between markets.
Vitamins
B3
2.64mg · 17% DV
B2
0.16mg · 12% DV
B1
0.13mg · 11% DV
B5
0.48mg · 10% DV
Minerals
Sodium
2040mg · 89% DV
Iron
3.36mg · 19% DV
Phosphorus
96mg · 14% DV
Manganese
0.24mg · 10% DV
Potassium ⭐
144mg · 4% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 528 calories in 1 pack (whole) (120 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Shin Ramen is a Korean-style instant noodle soup made with wheat noodles and a boldly spiced broth mix, often with small vegetable pieces. In Korea it is a familiar quick meal: just cook the noodles in the seasoned water and serve them hot.
The broth is savoury and distinctly spicy, while the noodles stay springy and substantial. It works as a fast lunch or late-night bite, and people often add an egg, sliced spring onion or vegetables to make the bowl more filling. Its nutrition is led by carbohydrates and fat, with comparatively modest protein; the listed 440 calories per 100 g gives a sense of its energy density. For a lighter bowl, use less seasoning and add plenty of vegetables.
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Low
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 4
Ultra-Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
8.64g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.92g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.96g
Omega 6:3 ratio 384:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (384:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.