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Crafty Ramen Revolutionizes the Frozen Food Aisle

Crafty Ramen has made a significant leap in the culinary world, bringing authentic restaurant-quality ramen to the frozen food sections of Target and Kroger throughout the United States. After enjoying great success in Canada, where they sold over 2 million bowls, they are now expanding their reach into 4,100 retailers across North America.

Founded in 2017 in Guelph, Ontario by Jared and Miki Ferrall, Crafty Ramen emerged from their experiences and education at the Yamato School of Ramen in Japan. Their journey started with a cozy 24-seat ramen shop, which has now developed into a thriving brand offering a delectable range of frozen ramen. With a strong commitment to quality, Crafty Ramen ensures every bowl contains real bone broth and freshly made noodles that offer customers an authentic taste experience, even when enjoyed in the comfort of their own homes.

The Vision Behind Crafty Ramen

The Ferralls emphasize that making ramen correctly is an art form they are dedicated to. They state, "We believe everyone deserves the comfort of a great bowl of ramen without spending hours in the kitchen." Their innovation lies in their unique approach to frozen ramen, which involves creating layered “pucks” that hold the key ingredients—bone broth, noodles, proteins, and vegetables—all in one convenient meal form. This inventive format allows for quick preparation, whether on the stovetop or in the microwave.

As Crafty Ramen continues to experience rapid growth, it has transitioned from around 150 retail locations to an impressive 6,400 across the continent in just four years. This remarkable expansion is a testament to the brand’s commitment to quality and understanding of the market's needs. Khalil Khamis, currently leading Crafty Ramen as CEO, noted, “I started as a customer and transitioned into this leadership role to enhance our retail presence. We’re thrilled to now share our ramen with Target and Kroger shoppers in the U.S.”

Exciting Flavors to Choose From

Crafty Ramen offers a variety of flavors inspired by traditional dishes available at their restaurants, each priced at an MSRP of $7.99. Here’s a closer look at some standout options:

• - Spicy Chicken Tantanmen: This product features a sesame chicken broth, topped with Szechuan-braised ground chicken, corn, and green onions—the brand's top-selling flavor.
• - Brisket Birria: Bold and aromatic, this variety includes birria broth and is complemented by tender brisket, black beans, cheese, onions, and tomatillo salsa.
• - Chicken Shoyu: Featuring a lively shoyu broth, it’s topped with ginger-ground chicken, kikurage (wood ear mushrooms), corn, and pickled ginger, delivering a refreshing taste.
• - Spicy Pork Miso: For those who love a robust flavor profile, this spicy miso ramen is topped with pork chashu, corn, green onions, and a touch of chili crunch.
• - Shiitake Pork Shoyu: Paying homage to Tokyo's ramen culture, this variant features shoyu broth with pork chashu, shiitake mushrooms, and green onions for a classic experience.

With these offerings, Crafty Ramen showcases the breadth of flavors and quality available in the frozen aisle, allowing consumers to enjoy gourmet ramen quickly and conveniently.

Looking Ahead

As Crafty Ramen settles into the U.S. market, they will continue to prioritize quality and authenticity while also catering to the growing demand for easier meal solutions without compromising on flavor. To find Crafty Ramen products near you, visit their website at craftyramen.com/where-to-buy and follow them on social media platforms like Instagram and TikTok for updates and delicious ramen inspiration.