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Shin Ramyun Instant Noodles, Hot & Spicy by NONGSHIM
NONGSHIM

Shin Ramyun Instant Noodles, Hot & Spicy

Barcode 8801043150620
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Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Shin Ramyun Instant Noodles, Hot & Spicy is ultra-processed.

The product contains several ultra-processed ingredients/additives according to NOVA, including palm oil (refined industrial oil), emulsifier E322 (lecithin), maltodextrin, glucose, flavour enhancers (E621, E627, E631), hydrolyzed vegetable protein, and antioxidant E306. Presence of any such ingredient makes the product ultra-processed.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers
  • OK
    noodles 89%: wheat flour
  • OK
    potato starch
    A basic, finely ground starch derived from potatoes; used as a thickener and binder in foods.
  • 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
    acidity regulators: e501
  • OK
    e500
  • OK
    e339
  • OK
    antioxidant: e306
  • OK
    emulsifier: e322 (contains soy)
  • OK
    seasoning (yeast extract, soybean, garlic, wheat starch)
  • UPF
    green tea extract
    An extract from Camellia sinensis leaves, rich in catechins and caffeine, used as a flavoring or functional ingredient in foods and supplements.
  • OK
    colour: e101
  • OK
    seasoning powder 9%: seasoning (hydrolyzed vegetable protein (soy), maltodextrin, yeast extract, salt, wheat flour)
  • OK
    spices (maltodextrin, black pepper, red chili pepper, garlic, corn flour)
  • OK
    flavour enhancers: e621
  • OK
    e627
  • OK
    e631
  • OK
    sugar
    Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
  • OK
    glucose
    A simple monosaccharide (basic sugar) commonly used as a sweetener and energy source in foods.
  • OK
    shiitake
  • OK
    vegetable mushroom flakes 2%: pak-choi
  • OK
    textured vegetable protein (soy, wheat gluten)
  • OK
    carrot
    A root vegetable used widely in cooking for sweetness, texture, and color.
  • OK
    red chili pepper
  • OK
    onion
    A common bulb vegetable used as a base flavor in many cuisines. Crisp, pungent, sweet when cooked.
  • OK
    may contain barley
  • OK
    crustaceans (shellfish)
    Group of aquatic arthropods including crabs, shrimp, and lobster; common allergen.
  • OK
    eggs
    A versatile animal-derived protein from hens; basic ingredient in many dishes and baked goods.
  • OK
    fish
    A basic protein ingredient derived from aquatic animals.
  • OK
    peanuts
    A legume commonly eaten roasted or ground into peanut butter; a common basic ingredient in foods.
  • OK
    milk
    A dairy liquid produced by cows; a basic, widely used food ingredient.
  • OK
    celery
    A crunchy, fibrous stalk vegetable commonly used fresh in salads, soups, and as a garnish. Rich in water and nutrients like vitamin K and folate.
  • OK
    mustard
    Seeds and/or prepared mustard used as a spice or condiment; a basic spice/condiment ingredient in cooking.
  • OK
    sesame seeds and molluscs

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Common questions about Shin Ramyun Instant Noodles, Hot & Spicy

Is Shin Ramyun Instant Noodles, Hot & Spicy ultra-processed?

Yes — Shin Ramyun Instant Noodles, Hot & Spicy by NONGSHIM 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 (refined industrial oil), emulsifier E322 (lecithin), maltodextrin, glucose, flavour enhancers (E621, E627, E631), hydrolyzed vegetable protein, and antioxidant E306. Presence of any such ingredient makes the product ultra-processed.

Which ingredients in Shin Ramyun Instant Noodles, Hot & Spicy are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Shin Ramyun Instant Noodles, Hot & Spicy as ultra-processed markers: palm oil, green tea extract. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Shin Ramyun Instant Noodles, Hot & Spicy?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Big Bowl Noodles Sesame Ramen by Itsu. 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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