Cup Noodles Turns America’s Biggest BBQ Rivalry Into Instant Ramen

Cup Noodles has spent the past few years turning unexpected comfort foods into instant ramen, and this summer it’s heading straight into one of America’s most passionate food debates: regional barbecue.

The brand just introduced two limited-edition flavors inspired by Kansas City and Texas BBQ, bringing two iconic smokehouse traditions into a cup.

Available now exclusively at Walmart stores nationwide and Walmart.com while supplies last, Cup Noodles Kansas City BBQ leans into the city’s signature sweet, tomato-forward barbecue sauce with notes of garlic, onion, smoke, and pork coating every noodle.

Meanwhile, Cup Noodles Texas BBQ takes a different route, building its flavor around the peppery, smoke-driven seasoning associated with Texas brisket. Garlic, cracked black pepper, and dry-rub spices lead the way without relying on a heavy sauce.

Each cup retails for $1.18.

The limited-edition Cup Noodles Kansas City BBQ and Cup Noodles Texas BBQ flavors are available now while supplies last.