Batchelors

Super Noodles Southern Fried Chicken

Barcode 5000354914287

Scanned 5 times by Nomi users

Yes — Super Noodles Southern Fried Chicken is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains several industrial ingredients and additives used for flavor, preservation, and texture. These include palm oil (a highly refined oil), antioxidants (butylated hydroxyisole, propyl gallate), flavouring, flavour enhancers (monosodium glutamate, disodium 5'-ribonucleotides), yeast extract, dextrose (an isolated sugar), colour (paprika extract), and acid (citric acid). According to NOVA, such additives and refined ingredients make this an ultra-processed food.

Ingredients

5 ultra-processed markers

OK

noodles (water, wheat flour (with added calcium iron, niacin, thiamin))
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.
OK

antioxidants (butylated hydroxyisole, citric acid, propyl gallate)
OK

flavouring (contains wheat)
UPF

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

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

lactose (milk) dextrose
OK

salt

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

sugar

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

yeast

A living microorganism used as a leavening agent in baking.
OK

milk

A dairy liquid produced by cows; a basic, widely used food ingredient.
OK

ground black pepper

A fine powder made by grinding peppercorns (Piper nigrum); a common, pungent spice used to season savory dishes.
UPF

colour (paprika extract)

Natural color additive derived from paprika used to impart a red-orange hue in foods.
OK

onion

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

ground fennel seeds cayenne extract
OK

ground sage
OK

ground thyme

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Common questions about Super Noodles Southern Fried Chicken

Is Super Noodles Southern Fried Chicken ultra-processed?

Yes — Super Noodles Southern Fried Chicken by Batchelors 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 used for flavor, preservation, and texture. These include palm oil (a highly refined oil), antioxidants (butylated hydroxyisole, propyl gallate), flavouring, flavour enhancers (monosodium glutamate, disodium 5'-ribonucleotides), yeast extract, dextrose (an isolated sugar), colour (paprika extract), and acid (citric acid). According to NOVA, such additives and refined ingredients make this an ultra-processed food.

Which ingredients in Super Noodles Southern Fried Chicken are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 5 ingredients in Super Noodles Southern Fried Chicken as ultra-processed markers: palm oil, flavour enhancers (monosodium glutamate, disodium 5'-ribonucleotides), yeast extract, colour (paprika extract), 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.