Pot Noodle

Pot Noodle Bombay Bad Boy 90g

Barcode 5000118203541

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Yes — Pot Noodle Bombay Bad Boy 90g is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains several industrial ingredients and additives, including maltodextrin, palm oil, palm fat, barley malt extract, flavourings, modified corn starch, and yeast extract. These ingredients go beyond basic culinary processing and are characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods.

Ingredients

5 ultra-processed markers

OK

dried noodles 65% (_wheat_ flour (contains calcium carbonate, iron, niacin, thiamin), palm oil, salt, firming agents (potassium carbonate, sodium carbonates)) maltodextrin
OK

wheat flour

Ground wheat used as a basic baking ingredient; simple, minimally processed cereal product.
OK

curry (coriander, cumin, turmeric, pepper, aniseed, cinnamon, fennel seed, ginger, lovage root, cayenne pepper, allspice)
UPF

yeast extract

A flavor-enhancing extract produced from yeast cells, rich in amino acids and natural glutamates, commonly used to augment savory flavors.
OK

garlic

A bulbous aromatic spice used to impart savory flavor in cooking; can be used fresh, sautéed, roasted, or in powder form.
OK

sweetcorn

Sweetcorn (corn on the cob or kernels) is a basic vegetable/protein ingredient used in a wide range of dishes.
OK

peas

Small, round, green legumes typically used as a vegetable.
OK

sugar

Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
OK

salt

Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
OK

onion powder

Dried and ground onion used as a seasoning to impart onion flavor.
UPF

palm fat

A fat derived from the fruit of oil palm. Often a highly processed vegetable oil used in food production.
UPF

barley malt extract

Concentrated extract derived from barley malt, used as a sweetener or flavoring; common in brewing and baking. It is a processed, concentrated form.
OK

potato starch

A basic, finely ground starch derived from potatoes; used as a thickener and binder in foods.
OK

soy sauce (_soybeans_, _wheat_)
UPF

flavourings

Flavourings are additives that are used to enhance or impart flavor to food products. They are considered ultra-processed as they are synthetic or natural substances that are typically extracted, isolated, or synthesized for their flavor properties.
UPF

citric acid

A sour-tasting organic acid used as an acidulant and preservative in foods. Commonly added in small amounts to adjust acidity.
OK

paprika

A ground spice made from dried red peppers (Capsicum species), used for color and flavor in many cuisines.
OK

sauce 4% (water, spirit vinegar, modified corn starch, salt, cumin, cayenne pepper, flavourings)

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Common questions about Pot Noodle Bombay Bad Boy 90g

Is Pot Noodle Bombay Bad Boy 90g ultra-processed?

Yes — Pot Noodle Bombay Bad Boy 90g by Pot Noodle is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains several industrial ingredients and additives, including maltodextrin, palm oil, palm fat, barley malt extract, flavourings, modified corn starch, and yeast extract. These ingredients go beyond basic culinary processing and are characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods.

Which ingredients in Pot Noodle Bombay Bad Boy 90g are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 5 ingredients in Pot Noodle Bombay Bad Boy 90g as ultra-processed markers: yeast extract, palm fat, barley malt extract, flavourings, citric acid. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What does "ultra-processed" (UPF) mean?

Ultra-processed foods (UPFs) are industrial formulations made with ingredients and additives you wouldn't find in a home kitchen — such as emulsifiers, artificial flavourings, colourings and modified starches. The classification is based on the NOVA system used by researchers and dietitians worldwide.

How can I check whether other foods are ultra-processed?

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Product information comes from public databases and Nomi's own analysis, and may contain errors. Always check the packaging. Ultra-processed classification is based on the NOVA food processing system.