Batchelors

SUPER NOODLES Chicken flavour

Barcode 5000354405099

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Yes — SUPER NOODLES Chicken flavour is ultra-processed.

This product is ultra-processed because it contains several industrial additives and processed ingredients, including palm oil, synthetic antioxidants (butylated hydroxyanisole, propyl gallate), maltodextrin, flavour enhancers (monosodium glutamate, disodium 5'-ribonucleotides), dextrose, yeast extract, flavouring, and black pepper extract. These are characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods.

Ingredients

8 ultra-processed markers

OK

noodles

A basic wheat-based noodle made from water and fortified wheat flour; common staple food used in many dishes.
UPF

palm oil

A widely used edible oil pressed from the fruit of oil palms; a basic culinary oil but highly processed in many commercial products.
UPF

antioxidants (butylated hydroxyanisole, citric acid, propyl gallate)

A group of additives used to prevent oxidation in foods, including BHA, citric acid, and propyl gallate.
UPF

maltodextrin

A white powder made from starch that has been partially hydrolyzed; used as a thickener or filler and widely used as a food additive.
OK

salt

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

flavour enhancers (monosodium glutamate, disodium 5'-ribonucleotides)

Flavor-enhancing additives including monosodium glutamate and disodium 5'-ribonucleotides.
UPF

dextrose

A simple sugar derived from glucose. Commonly used as a sweetener and source of quick energy in foods.
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

onion

A common bulb vegetable used as a base flavor in many cuisines. Crisp, pungent, sweet when cooked.
OK

garlic

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

potassium chloride

Mineral salt used as a salt substitute in food. A basic inorganic ingredient commonly used for seasoning or fortification; not ultra-processed.
UPF

flavouring

A generic additive used to impart or enhance flavor; can be synthetic or derived from natural sources.
OK

turmeric (ground)

A common spice made by grinding the orange-yellow rhizomes of the turmeric plant (Curcuma longa). It has a warm, bitter, peppery flavor and is widely used in curry powders and mustard blends. Turmeric is known for its vibrant color due to curcumin.
OK

malic acid

An organic acid used as a acidity regulator and flavouring component in foods; often derived from natural sources.
OK

parsley

A fresh green herb used to flavor and garnish dishes; commonly added chopped leaves.
UPF

black pepper extract

A concentrated extract from black pepper used to impart aroma and slight heat.

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Common questions about SUPER NOODLES Chicken flavour

Is SUPER NOODLES Chicken flavour ultra-processed?

Yes — SUPER NOODLES Chicken flavour by Batchelors is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This product is ultra-processed because it contains several industrial additives and processed ingredients, including palm oil, synthetic antioxidants (butylated hydroxyanisole, propyl gallate), maltodextrin, flavour enhancers (monosodium glutamate, disodium 5'-ribonucleotides), dextrose, yeast extract, flavouring, and black pepper extract. These are characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods.

Which ingredients in SUPER NOODLES Chicken flavour are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 8 ingredients in SUPER NOODLES Chicken flavour as ultra-processed markers: palm oil, antioxidants (butylated hydroxyanisole, citric acid, propyl gallate), maltodextrin, flavour enhancers (monosodium glutamate, disodium 5'-ribonucleotides), dextrose, yeast extract, flavouring, black pepper extract. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to SUPER NOODLES Chicken flavour?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Medium egg Noodles by Sainsbury's, Wholewheat Noodles by Sainsbury's. See the healthier alternatives above for details.

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.