Nissin

Big Soba Teriyaki 230g

Barcode 5997523315856

Scanned 14 times by Nomi users

Yes — Big Soba Teriyaki 230g is ultra-processed.

The product contains several ultra-processed ingredients/additives according to NOVA, including palm oil, dextrose, flavour enhancers (monosodium glutamate, disodium ribonucleotides), hydrolysed maize protein, modified starch, flavourings, stabiliser (triphosphates), and antioxidant (tocopherol-rich extract). Presence of any one of these industrial additives is sufficient to classify it as UPF; here, multiple are present.

Ingredients

4 ultra-processed markers

OK

enoodles 75
OK

5% [wheat flour
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.
OK

flavour enhancer (monosodium glutamate addity regulators (sodium carbonate, citric acid), stabiliser (triphosphates), antioxidant tocopherol-rich extract)]
OK

seasoning sauce 19
OK

5% [soy sauce (water, soybean, 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.
OK

flavour enhancers (monosodium glutamate, disodi sibonucleotides)
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

spices

diverse plant extracts used to flavor foods; can refer to a mix of single or blended seasonings.
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.
OK

flavourings (contain celery)]
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 spring onion. may also 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 Big Soba Teriyaki 230g

Is Big Soba Teriyaki 230g ultra-processed?

Yes — Big Soba Teriyaki 230g by Nissin is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product contains several ultra-processed ingredients/additives according to NOVA, including palm oil, dextrose, flavour enhancers (monosodium glutamate, disodium ribonucleotides), hydrolysed maize protein, modified starch, flavourings, stabiliser (triphosphates), and antioxidant (tocopherol-rich extract). Presence of any one of these industrial additives is sufficient to classify it as UPF; here, multiple are present.

Which ingredients in Big Soba Teriyaki 230g are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 4 ingredients in Big Soba Teriyaki 230g as ultra-processed markers: palm oil, dextrose, plain caramel color, modified starch. 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.