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MAGGI Instant Noodles with Sesame Chicken Sauce, 75 g, Dragon Ball Z Limited Edition by Maggi
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MAGGI Instant Noodles with Sesame Chicken Sauce, 75 g, Dragon Ball Z Limited Edition

Barcode 8445291174955
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Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — MAGGI Instant Noodles with Sesame Chicken Sauce, 75 g, Dragon Ball Z Limited Edition is ultra-processed.

Not a great choice for everyday eating.

This is an ultra-processed food because it contains industrial formulations and additives, including polyphosphates as a stabilizer, yeast extract as a flavor enhancer, and added flavorings. The product is also a ready-to-eat instant noodle formulation with a separately prepared seasoning sauce, indicating substantial industrial processing.

Ingredients

4 ultra-processed markers
  • OK
    fried noodles
    Dried or precooked noodles intended for quick cooking; typically produced by frying or baking to extend shelf life and provide a ready-to-use noodle product.
  • OK
    wheat flour
    Ground wheat used as a basic baking or cooking ingredient.
  • OK
    sunflower oil
    A common vegetable oil pressed from sunflower seeds, used for cooking and frying; a basic culinary oil.
  • OK
    salt
    A mineral compound used as a seasoning and preservative; is a fundamental food ingredient.
  • OK
    wheat gluten
    Protein portion derived from wheat used to improve dough structure and elasticity.
  • UPF
    stabilizer (polypophosphates)
    Food additive used to improve texture and stability by providing phosphate-based emulsification or thickening.
  • UPF
    acid regulator (potassium carbonates) ; seasoning sauce 26
    An additive described as an acidity regulator using potassium carbonate; commonly used in processed foods to adjust acidity and pH levels.
  • OK
    7%: starches
    A starch-based ingredient, representing 7% of the mixture; used as a thickener or bulking agent.
  • OK
    sugar
    A basic, single-ingredient sweetener derived from sugarcane or sugar beet.
  • OK
    soy sauce
    A traditional fermented soy-based seasoning sauce used to add savory umami flavor; typically produced by fermentation and aging processes.
  • OK
    yeast extract
    A flavoring ingredient derived from yeast, commonly used to enhance savory umami notes. It can be a simple extract from Saccharomyces cerevisiae and is widely used in broths, soups, and snacks.
  • UPF
    aromas (mustard)
    Flavoring agents used to impart mustard-like aroma; typically blends of essential oils, spices, and flavor compounds.
  • OK
    eggs
    Animal-based protein food from hens, a basic ingredient in many recipes.
  • OK
    carrot 0
    Root vegetable used as a basic ingredient in cooking and as a vegetable side or base.
  • OK
    garlic
    A pungent bulb used as a savory spice and flavoring in countless dishes.
  • UPF
    caramelized sugar syrup
    English description
  • OK
    onion
    A common bulb vegetable used as a base flavor in cooking, with a pungent aroma when raw and sweetness when cooked.
  • OK
    chives
    A fresh herb with a mild onion-like flavor used to garnish and season dishes.
  • OK
    chili pepper
    A fresh, spicy fruit from Capsicum species used as a vegetable or spice in cuisines worldwide. Typically consumed fresh or dried, and not heavily processed.
  • OK
    cilantro
    An herb with delicate leaves and a distinct citrusy aroma, widely used fresh in many cuisines for salsas, sauces, and garnishes.
  • OK
    ginger
    Rhizome used as a pungent, aromatic spice in cooking and beverages.
  • OK
    caraway (may contain: celery)
    A spice derived from the seeds of Carum carvi, with warm, citrusy notes; the parenthetical note indicates potential cross-contamination with celery.
  • OK
    milk
    A dairy liquid produced by mammals, used as a beverage or cooking ingredient.
  • OK
    sesame
    A small, oil-rich seed used in cooking and for sesame oil, toppings, and flavoring.

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Common questions about MAGGI Instant Noodles with Sesame Chicken Sauce, 75 g, Dragon Ball Z Limited Edition

Is MAGGI Instant Noodles with Sesame Chicken Sauce, 75 g, Dragon Ball Z Limited Edition ultra-processed?

Yes — MAGGI Instant Noodles with Sesame Chicken Sauce, 75 g, Dragon Ball Z Limited Edition by Maggi is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This is an ultra-processed food because it contains industrial formulations and additives, including polyphosphates as a stabilizer, yeast extract as a flavor enhancer, and added flavorings. The product is also a ready-to-eat instant noodle formulation with a separately prepared seasoning sauce, indicating substantial industrial processing.

Which ingredients in MAGGI Instant Noodles with Sesame Chicken Sauce, 75 g, Dragon Ball Z Limited Edition are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 4 ingredients in MAGGI Instant Noodles with Sesame Chicken Sauce, 75 g, Dragon Ball Z Limited Edition as ultra-processed markers: stabilizer (polypophosphates), acid regulator (potassium carbonates) ; seasoning sauce 26, aromas (mustard), caramelized sugar syrup. 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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