Tag: Shin black

Food labels often present a challenge, with complex chemical names that are hard to understand. In the case of instant ramen, consumers often ask, 'Does Shin Black have MSG?' While packaging for some versions of Shin Black states 'No MSG Added,' a closer look at the ingredient list reveals other potent flavor enhancers.

While some versions of Nongshim's Shin Ramyun have explicitly advertised as having "no added MSG," certain ingredients found in Shin Black's seasoning, such as yeast extract and hydrolyzed vegetable protein, contain naturally occurring glutamates. These compounds provide the savory umami flavor that consumers seek, blurring the lines of the "no added MSG" label.