# Shrimp-Stuffed Steamed Buns JINYA Ramen Baris Serving Up the New Ebi-Katsu Bun This June By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2024-06-02 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ebikatsu-bun References: [restaurantmagazine](https://www.restaurantmagazine.com/jinya-ramen-bar-unveils-summer-blockbuster-flavors-with-june-chefs-specials/)  [JINYA Ramen Bar](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miso-garlic-tan-tan) is serving up big flavors this June with the debut of its new [Ebi-Katsu Bun](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tangy-shrimp-cilantro-ramen) and [Spicy Maze-Men](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jalapeo-notknots). Available system-wide from June 1 through until August 30, the new summer dishes were created by Vice President and Executive Corporate Chef Kazuya Takebe himself. The first of the new dishes is the Ebi-Katsu Bun, which consists of a soft steamed bun filled with a crispy shrimp cutlet, cucumber, iceberg lettuce, pickled cabbage, and JINYA’s original spread sauce. On the other hand, the new Spicy Maze-Men is a dry ramen featuring extra thick noodles dressed and mixed with Umami bonito sauce and egg yolk. This dish also features pork chashu, kimchi, seasoned egg, green onion, white onion, and a garnish of shredded bonito flakes and shredded nori. As CEO and Founder Tomo Takahashi says of the new dishes, "From the savory ebi-katsu bun to the spicy mixed noodles in our maze-men, our commitment to creating new dining experiences for our customers is always our top priority." Image Credit: JINYA Ramen Bar ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Popularity: 19% | Activity: 25% | Freshness: 24% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Fusion Street Food:** Combining traditional Japanese ingredients with Western street food presentations creates novel culinary experiences. - **Seasonal Menus:** Offering limited-time seasonal dishes promotes a sense of urgency and exclusivity amongst customers. - **Umami-centric Dishes:** Utilizing rich Umami flavors in menu items such as the Spicy Maze-Men appeals to evolving taste preferences. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Restaurant and Dining:** Innovating menu concepts like Shrimp-Stuffed Steamed Buns attracts food enthusiasts and increases restaurant footfall. - **Food and Beverage:** Creating unique blends of textures and flavors, such as crispy shrimp cutlets in soft buns, can revolutionize ready-to-eat food products. - **Hospitality:** Introducing seasonal and exclusive dishes enhances guest experiences and drives repeat visits in the hospitality sector. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Wintertime Ramen Dishes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miso-garlic-tan-tan.md) - [Shrimp Cilantro Ramen Dishes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tangy-shrimp-cilantro-ramen.md) - [Japanese Fried Chicken Ramens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/karaage-chicken-ramen.md) - [Brothless Pork Ramen Bowls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tonkotsu-mazemen.md) - [Contemporary Japanese Dining Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jinya-ramen-bar-opens.md) - [Microwavable Mini Shrimp Baos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-shrimp-bao.md) - [Italian Ramen Collaborations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jinya.md) - [Microwavable Bao Buns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/microwavable-bao-buns.md) - [Chili Crisp-Topped Dumplings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chili-crunch-pot-stickers.md)