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Soba Teriyaki Noodles by Nissin
Nissin

Soba Teriyaki Noodles

Barcode 5997523315559
Scanned  27  times by Nomi users
Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Soba Teriyaki Noodles is ultra-processed.

This product is ultra-processed because it contains several industrial additives and processed ingredients including palm oil, flavour enhancers (E621, E635), flour treatment agents (E500, E451), antioxidant (E306), modified starch, hydrolysed maize protein, colour (plain caramel), and generic flavourings. These additives and industrially processed components classify it as an ultra-processed food according to NOVA.

Ingredients

10 ultra-processed markers
  • OK
    noodles — wheat flour
    Wheat flour used to make noodles; a basic culinary ingredient.
  • 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
    salt
    Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
  • UPF
    monosodium glutamate (e621)
    A flavor enhancer used in many foods; a synthetic/processed additive.
  • UPF
    flour treatment agents (e500, e451)
    Dough conditioners/additives such as sodium bicarbonate (E500) and polyphosphates (E451) used to improve dough handling.
  • UPF
    tocopherol (vitamin e)
    A fat-soluble vitamin used as an antioxidant to prevent oxidation in foods.
  • UPF
    acidity regulator (citric acid) seasoning sauce: soy sauce
    A blended ingredient consisting of an acidity regulator (citric acid) within a seasoning sauce based on soy sauce (water, soybeans, salt, wheat).
  • OK
    sugar
    Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
  • OK
    rapeseed oil
    A basic culinary oil pressed from rapeseeds (Brassica napus). Used for frying, baking, and dressings. Neutral flavor.
  • UPF
    dextrose
    A simple sugar derived from glucose. Commonly used as a sweetener and source of quick energy in foods.
  • UPF
    monosodium glutamate (e621) and disodium inosinate (e635)
    Flavor enhancers used to intensify taste; commonly used in processed foods.
  • OK
    hydrolyzed maize protein
    A protein hydrolysate derived from maize (corn). Used as a flavor enhancer or a source of protein; sometimes known as hydrolyzed corn protein. It may contain free amino acids and small peptides.
  • OK
    spice
    Diverse plant-derived flavoring agents used to season foods; typically used in small amounts.
  • UPF
    plain caramel color
    A food coloring produced by heating carbohydrates (often corn or sugar) with acids or alkalis to form a caramel color. Common in beverages and snacks.
  • OK
    chicken meat powder
    Dried, ground chicken meat used as a protein source or flavoring. Common in broths, soups, and processed meats.
  • UPF
    modified starch
    Starch that has been chemically or physically modified to alter its thickening, texture, or stability properties; commonly used as a thickener or stabilizer in processed foods.
  • UPF
    flavourings (contain celery)
    A commercial flavoring additive that may include celery-derived components; used to impart savory or meaty notes in foods. Often part of processed ingredient mixes and may contain other additives.
  • OK
    cabbage
    A fresh cruciferous vegetable, typically used raw in salads or cooked as a side dish; nutrient-rich and minimally processed.
  • OK
    carrot
    A root vegetable used widely in cooking for sweetness, texture, and color.
  • OK
    shiitake mushroom
    A commonly used edible mushroom, either fresh or dried, with rich umami flavor; a natural, minimally processed ingredient.
  • OK
    spring onion
    A fresh allium with a mild onion flavor, used as a garnish or in dishes.
  • OK
    may contain traces of crustaceans
  • OK
    fish
    A basic protein ingredient derived from aquatic animals.
  • OK
    milk
    A dairy liquid produced by cows; a basic, widely used food ingredient.
  • OK
    molluscs
    Edible group including clams, mussels, and other mollusks.
  • OK
    mustard and sesame
    A simple mixture consisting of ground mustard seeds and sesame seeds, used as a flavoring or seasoning in sauces, dressings, and marinades.

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Common questions about Soba Teriyaki Noodles

Is Soba Teriyaki Noodles ultra-processed?

Yes — Soba Teriyaki Noodles by Nissin 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, flavour enhancers (E621, E635), flour treatment agents (E500, E451), antioxidant (E306), modified starch, hydrolysed maize protein, colour (plain caramel), and generic flavourings. These additives and industrially processed components classify it as an ultra-processed food according to NOVA.

Which ingredients in Soba Teriyaki Noodles are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 10 ingredients in Soba Teriyaki Noodles as ultra-processed markers: palm oil, monosodium glutamate (e621), flour treatment agents (e500, e451), tocopherol (vitamin e), acidity regulator (citric acid) seasoning sauce: soy sauce, dextrose, monosodium glutamate (e621) and disodium inosinate (e635), plain caramel color, modified starch, flavourings (contain celery). See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Soba Teriyaki Noodles?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Straight To Wok Udon Noodles by Tesco, Udon Noodles by Vitasia, Lidl, Yutaka Udon Noodles imp by Yutaka. 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.

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