• Instant noodles were invented by Momofuku Ando after World War II to solve the problems of food shortages and economic downturns.

   • The first ramen was made from noodles boiled in a broth and then fried in palm oil until they were dry and could be stored for a long time.

   • The first flavor to be sold was chicken flavor.

   • It was first launched on August 25, 1958.

   • Nissin Foods Japan was the first company in the world to produce instant noodles.

   • Sunwa instant noodles were the first brand to enter the Thai market.

   • In 2024, the instant noodle market in Thailand was valued at over 20 billion baht.

   • Thailand consume an average of 54 packets of instant noodles per person per year.

   • One packet of instant noodles contains between 1,400 and 2,600 mg of sodium, which is 50-100% of the recommended daily intake (2,000 mg).

Written, translated, and illustrated by: Ratchanok T.