Nongshim
The Ultimate Shin Hack
Elevate your standard Shin Ramyun with egg, garlic, and a slice of American cheese.
💡 Pro Tip
Add a teaspoon of butter right before serving for extra richness.
This Ramen is...
Shin Ramyun is the undisputed king of Korean instant noodles — launched in 1986 by Nongshim, it's been the nation's top-selling ramen for nearly four decades.
This recipe transforms a humble pack of Shin into something restaurant-worthy. Koreans call this approach the 'Shin Ramen hack' — a method so popular that local ramen shops openly borrow from it. The trick is layering familiar comfort (that deep, peppery beef broth) with a soft-boiled egg, melted American cheese, and a whisper of garlic butter.
The result? A bowl that feels like upgraded home cooking. Shin's balanced spice makes it the perfect canvas for add-ons. Once you try it with cheese slowly dissolving into the broth, plain Shin Ramyun will never feel complete again.
Watch the Recipe in Action
📌 This video features a community creator's version of the recipe. For the official cooking method, refer to the step-by-step guide below.
✦ Recipe Guide
Ingredients
Essential
- 1 pack Shin Ramyun
- 550ml Water
- 1 Egg
Optional Toppings
- American Cheese
- Garlic (minced)
- Butter
Cooking Steps
- 01
Boil Water
Boil 550ml of water.
- 02
Add Noodles & Powder
Add noodles and soup powder together.
- 03
Crack an Egg
At 3 min mark, crack an egg into the center.
- 04
Cheese Finish
Remove from heat and lay a slice of American cheese on top.
Perfect Pairings
Cold Rice
For soaking up the broth
Aged Kimchi (Mugeunji)
Deep sour flavor cuts the richness
Green Onion Kimchi
Spicy, crunchy, and pungent
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