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KOREAN STYLE SPICY CHICKEN NOODLES by TESCO
TESCO

KOREAN STYLE SPICY CHICKEN NOODLES

Barcode 5059697739699
Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — KOREAN STYLE SPICY CHICKEN NOODLES is ultra-processed.

The product contains several UPF ingredients/additives, including paprika extract, flavouring, and yeast extract (all pre-identified as UPF), as well as corn syrup and spirit vinegar, which are industrially processed ingredients. Therefore, it is classified as ultra-processed according to NOVA.

Ingredients

5 ultra-processed markers
  • OK
    cooked noodles (in water)
    Cooked pasta-like noodles, typically made from wheat flour and water, served in some preparations; used as a basic ingredient or component in dishes.
  • OK
    wheat flour
    Finely ground cereal flour from wheat; a fundamental baking ingredient.
  • OK
    salt
    Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
  • OK
    turmeric
    A bright orange-yellow root commonly used as a spice and for its active compound curcumin, with warm, earthy, slightly peppery flavor.
  • OK
    paprika
    Ground or smoked paprika spice derived from Capsicum annuum; common culinary spice used for flavor and color.
  • OK
    water
    Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
  • OK
    cooked chicken breast pieces
    Pre-cooked chicken breast meat cut into pieces, often used as a protein component in meals; may indicate a percentage of chicken by weight in a product.
  • OK
    cornflour
    Cornflour (cornstarch) is a fine starch derived from corn, used as a thickening agent in cooking.
  • OK
    carrot
    A root vegetable used widely in cooking for sweetness, texture, and color.
  • OK
    onion
    A common bulb vegetable used as a base flavor in many cuisines. Crisp, pungent, sweet when cooked.
  • OK
    water chestnut
    A crunchy, white tuber used as a vegetable in Asian cuisines.
  • OK
    daisy-cut sweetcorn
    Sweetcorn kernels cut into daisy-like shapes; typically used as a ready-to-eat vegetable or side dish.
  • OK
    edamame soy[a] beans
    Young, green soybeans eaten as a snack or in dishes; typically boiled or steamed.
  • OK
    tomato purée
    A tomato-based concentrate obtained by cooking down tomatoes, commonly used as a base or seasoning in dishes.
  • OK
    garlic purée
    Pureed garlic, often used as a flavoring base.
  • OK
    ginger purée
    A smooth paste made from ginger, used to impart ginger flavor in sauces and dishes.
  • OK
    rapeseed oil
    A basic culinary oil pressed from rapeseeds (Brassica napus). Used for frying, baking, and dressings. Neutral flavor.
  • OK
    spring onion
    A fresh allium with a mild onion flavor, used as a garnish or in dishes.
  • UPF
    gochujang paste with corn syrup
    A Korean chili paste (gochujang) that may include added corn syrup; used as a flavoring or sauce and often sold as a ready-to-use paste.
  • OK
    red pepper (bell pepper)
    A sweet, crisp red bell pepper pick or fresh pepper used for color, flavor, and nutrition; typically eaten raw or cooked.
  • OK
    defatted soy bean powder
    Powder made from defatted soybeans, used as a protein-rich ingredient in baking and cooking.
  • OK
    wheat
    A staple cereal grain used in foods; a basic ingredient in flour, bread, and many products.
  • OK
    garlic
    A bulbous aromatic spice used to impart savory flavor in cooking; can be used fresh, sautéed, roasted, or in powder form.
  • OK
    rice
    A basic staple grain consumed worldwide, used in a wide range of dishes.
  • OK
    koji starter (barley)
    Cultured barley inoculated with Aspergillus oryzae used to ferment foods such as miso, soy sauce, and sake; a fermentation starter.
  • OK
    sugar
    Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
  • OK
    cornflour
    Ground corn starch used as a thickening agent in cooking and baking.
  • OK
    rice wine
    Alcoholic beverage produced by fermentation of rice; used in cooking to add sweetness and alcohol.
  • OK
    spirit vinegar
    A clear, distilled vinegar typically made from fermented alcohol (ethanol) and used for pickling, flavoring, and preservation.
  • OK
    red chili
    Dried or fresh ripe red peppers used to add heat and flavor to dishes.
  • OK
    dark soy sauce with water
    A dark, rich-flavored soy sauce typically made from fermented soybeans, wheat, water, salt, and caramel colouring.
  • OK
    soybeans
    Mature seeds of Glycine max, a legume used to produce many soy-based foods and products.
  • OK
    sea salt
    A basic mineral-rich salt derived from evaporated seawater, used as a seasoning and preservative.
  • OK
    distilled malt vinegar (barley)
    A clear, acidic condiment produced by fermenting barley-derived alcohol; commonly used in pickling, sauces, and dressings.
  • OK
    onion powder
    Dried and ground onion used as a seasoning to impart onion flavor.
  • OK
    smoked paprika
    A spice made from dried, smoked, and ground red peppers (pimentón). Rich, sweet-smoky flavor with mild heat used in numerous cuisines including Spanish dishes.
  • OK
    garlic powder
    Dried, ground garlic used as a convenient, concentrated form of garlic flavoring in cooking.
  • UPF
    paprika extract
    Concentrated flavor ingredient derived from paprika (capsicum) used to impart paprika flavor without the physical pepper pieces.
  • UPF
    flavouring
    A generic additive used to impart or enhance flavor; can be synthetic or derived from natural sources.
  • OK
    chicken fat
    Rendered fat from chicken, a basic culinary fat used for cooking and adding richness.
  • OK
    black pepper
    A common spice made from dried peppercorns of the Piper nigrum plant, used to add pungent heat and aroma to dishes.
  • UPF
    yeast extract
    A flavor-enhancing extract produced from yeast cells, rich in amino acids and natural glutamates, commonly used to augment savory flavors.
  • UPF
    chicken extract
    Concentrated extract derived from chicken; typically a processed flavoring or stock component.
  • OK
    sunflower oil
    A neutral-tasting culinary oil pressed from sunflower seeds, rich in unsaturated fats and commonly used for frying and dressings.

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Common questions about KOREAN STYLE SPICY CHICKEN NOODLES

Is KOREAN STYLE SPICY CHICKEN NOODLES ultra-processed?

Yes — KOREAN STYLE SPICY CHICKEN NOODLES by TESCO is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product contains several UPF ingredients/additives, including paprika extract, flavouring, and yeast extract (all pre-identified as UPF), as well as corn syrup and spirit vinegar, which are industrially processed ingredients. Therefore, it is classified as ultra-processed according to NOVA.

Which ingredients in KOREAN STYLE SPICY CHICKEN NOODLES are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 5 ingredients in KOREAN STYLE SPICY CHICKEN NOODLES as ultra-processed markers: gochujang paste with corn syrup, paprika extract, flavouring, yeast extract, chicken extract. 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.

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