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Nissin Ramen Bistro Gourmet Korean Gochujang Beef Ramen Noodle Soup 3.1 oz
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📊 NOVA 4

Nissin Ramen Bistro Gourmet Korean Gochujang Beef Ramen Noodle Soup 3.1 oz

Nissin
3.10 oz
Available at Foodtown
390
Calories
10g
Protein
4g
Sugars
1260mg
Sodium
3g
Fiber
115
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Nissin Ramen Bistro Gourmet Korean Gochujang Beef Ramen Noodle Soup (3.1 oz) reads like a convenience-focused, flavor-forward entry on the instant noodle shelf. You'd typically find it in the center-aisle “instant noodles/soup” section, often shelved near other single-serve ramen cups, bowl-style soups, and international Asian noodle packets. It’s a grab-and-go option for quick weeknight dinners, college back-to-school shopping, late-night cravings, or storm-prep pantry stashes. The Nissin brand leans on decades of instant-noodle recognition but the “Bistro Gourmet” and “Korean Gochujang” labeling positions this product toward shoppers chasing trendy, spicy ethnic flavors without the time commitment of cooking from scratch. Target consumers include budget-minded students, young adults, and busy families looking for an elevated instant-meal experience. Packaging typically features bold flavor imagery and “gourmet” styling rather than organic or natural certifications; there are no organic seals and the ingredient list includes many processed components and additives rather than whole-food claims. In plain terms, the product is a highly processed instant meal: flash-fried or dried wheat noodles paired with a concentrated flavor packet containing fats, hydrolyzed proteins, flavor enhancers, and preservatives. Sensory-wise, expect a chewy, slightly springy noodle with an oily, umami-rich broth that blends sweet-spicy gochujang notes with savory beef and mushroom undertones and little bits of dehydrated vegetables. The ritual is quick — open, add hot water or heat briefly, stir — making it a familiar, sensory shortcut for busy schedules or comfort-seeking moments.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1
Servings per Container: 1
Calories390
% Daily Value*
Total Fat14g18%
Saturated Fat6g30%
Sodium1260mg55%
Total Carbohydrate56g20%
Dietary Fiber3g11%
Total Sugars4g
Added Sugars2g4%
Protein10g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

Enriched, Flour, (Wheat, Flour,, Niacin,, Reduced, Iron,, Thiamine, Mononitrate,, Riboflavin,, Folic, Acid),, Vegetable, Oil, (Palm, Oil,, Canola, Oil),, Tapioca, Starch,, Textured, Soy, Protein,, Salt,, Spice,, Contains, Less, than, 2%, of, Autolyzed, Yeast, Extract,, Baker's, Yeast, Extract,, Beef, Fat,, Caramel, Color,, Citric, Acid,, Corn, Starch,, Corn, Syrup, Solids,, Dehydrated, Soy, Sauce, (Maltodextrin,, Salt,, Wheat,, Soybean),, Disodium, Guanylate,, Disodium, Inosinate,, Disodium, Succinate,, Dried, Carrot, Strip,, Dried, Green, Onion,, Dried, Minced, Garlic,, Dried, Shiitake, Mushroom,, Egg, White,, Garlic, Powder,, Glucose,, Hydrolyzed, Corn, Protein,, Hydrolyzed, Soy, Protein,, Lactose,, Maltodextrin,, Natural, Flavor,, Onion, Powder,, Potassium, Carbonate,, Powdered, Chicken,, Rice,, Shrimp, Powder,, Silicon, Dioxide,, Sodium, Carbonate,, Sodium, Caseinate,, Sodium, Tripolyphosphate,, Soy, Lecithin,, Soybean,, Sugar,, TBHQ, (Preservative),, Torula, Yeast, Extract,, Xanthan, Gum..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Canola Oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Palm Oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Soy Lecithin - Processed emulsifier
  • TBHQ - Synthetic preservative
No Seed OilNo EmulsifierNo Preservative

Dietary Labels

This product is not vegan, is not gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Contains refined wheat, industrial fats, hydrolyzed proteins, flavor enhancers (disodium guanylate/inosinate), preservatives (TBHQ), and other additives typical of ultra-processed foods, indicating a NOVA 4 classification.

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Common Questions about Nissin Ramen Bistro Gourmet Korean Gochujang Beef Ramen Noodle Soup 3.1 oz

When it comes to 'healthy,' it really depends on your dietary goals. This ramen packs in 10 grams of protein and is relatively low in sugar, which can be a plus for those looking to fuel up. However, it’s also a bit high in sodium, so if you’re watching your salt intake, you might want to enjoy it occasionally rather than as a daily staple.

Perfect For

back-to-school
movie-night
storm-prep

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