kabuto noodles

chilli chicken ramen noodles imp

Barcode 5060250611406

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Yes — chilli chicken ramen noodles imp is ultra-processed.

Classified as UPF because the fried onions component contains palm oil (a highly refined oil treated here as ultra-processed) and natural flavouring, which is an industrially produced flavor additive. Yeast extract is also a flavor enhancer typically found in ultra-processed products.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

noodles (69%): wheat flour (wheat gluten with calcium, iron, niacin, thiamin)
OK

water

Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
OK

free range egg (5%) egg salt
OK

paprika

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

seasoning (31%): lactose milk
OK

sugar salt
OK

fried onions (onions, palm oil, buckwheat, salt, onion, yeast extract, natural flavouring, red pepper, garlic, chilli ginger, lime juice, coriander leaf.)

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Common questions about chilli chicken ramen noodles imp

Is chilli chicken ramen noodles imp ultra-processed?

Yes — chilli chicken ramen noodles imp by kabuto noodles is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as UPF because the fried onions component contains palm oil (a highly refined oil treated here as ultra-processed) and natural flavouring, which is an industrially produced flavor additive. Yeast extract is also a flavor enhancer typically found in ultra-processed products.

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.