King

Pot Noodle Beef & Tomato flavour

Barcode 8722700153276

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Yes — Pot Noodle Beef & Tomato flavour is ultra-processed.

Not a great choice for everyday eating.

This is an ultra-processed product because it contains several industrial formulations and additives: palm fat, maltodextrin, yeast extract, flavour enhancers (monosodium glutamate, disodium inosinate, and disodium guanylate), flavourings, acid (citric acid), modified corn starch, glucose syrup, and hydrolysed vegetable protein. These ingredients contribute concentrated industrial processing, flavour enhancement, and texture modification beyond basic culinary preparation.

Ingredients

7 ultra-processed markers

OK

noodles [wheat flour
UPF

palm fat

A fat derived from the fruit of oil palm. Often a highly processed vegetable oil used in food production.
OK

salt

Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
OK

firming agents (potassium carbonate, sodium carbonate)
OK

sauce and vegetables: water
OK

tomatoes (5,3%)
UPF

maltodextrin

A white powder made from starch that has been partially hydrolyzed; used as a thickener or filler and widely used as a food additive.
OK

wheat flour

Finely ground cereal flour from wheat; a fundamental baking ingredient.
OK

vegetables (1,1%) [peas
OK

onion powder

A dried, ground powder made from onions, used as a spice to impart onion flavor in 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

flavour enhancers (monosodium glutamate, disodium inosinate, disodium guanylate)

Flavor-enhancing ingredients that boost savouriness; includes MSG and nucleotide-based enhancers often used in packaged foods.
OK

sugar

Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
UPF

flavourings

Flavourings are additives that are used to enhance or impart flavor to food products. They are considered ultra-processed as they are synthetic or natural substances that are typically extracted, isolated, or synthesized for their flavor properties.
OK

tomato powder (0,2%)
OK

hydrolysed vegetable protein (soya)
UPF

citric acid

A sour-tasting organic acid used as an acidulant and preservative in foods. Commonly added in small amounts to adjust acidity.
OK

garlic

A bulbous aromatic spice used to impart savory flavor in cooking; can be used fresh, sautéed, roasted, or in powder form.
OK

soy sauce

Fermented sauce made from soybeans and wheat; traditional condiment with savory umami flavor.
OK

sunflower oil

A neutral-tasting culinary oil pressed from sunflower seeds, rich in unsaturated fats and commonly used for frying and dressings.
OK

sachet: tomato sauce (1,3%) [water
OK

spirit vinegar

A clear, distilled vinegar typically made from fermented alcohol (ethanol) and used for pickling, flavoring, and preservation.
OK

tomato paste (18%)
OK

nglucose syrup
UPF

modified corn starch

A processed starch derivative used as thickener, stabilizer, or texturizer in foods.

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Common questions about Pot Noodle Beef & Tomato flavour

Is Pot Noodle Beef & Tomato flavour ultra-processed?

Yes — Pot Noodle Beef & Tomato flavour by King is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This is an ultra-processed product because it contains several industrial formulations and additives: palm fat, maltodextrin, yeast extract, flavour enhancers (monosodium glutamate, disodium inosinate, and disodium guanylate), flavourings, acid (citric acid), modified corn starch, glucose syrup, and hydrolysed vegetable protein. These ingredients contribute concentrated industrial processing, flavour enhancement, and texture modification beyond basic culinary preparation.

Which ingredients in Pot Noodle Beef & Tomato flavour are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 7 ingredients in Pot Noodle Beef & Tomato flavour as ultra-processed markers: palm fat, maltodextrin, yeast extract, flavour enhancers (monosodium glutamate, disodium inosinate, disodium guanylate), flavourings, citric acid, modified corn 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.