King Pot Noodle pot noodles bombay bad boy

Why this score

• No caps or penalties

Ingredients (27)

• 6NoodlesRefined grain product, minimal nutritional value but acceptable staple
• 5Wheat flourRefined grain flour; common noodle base, minimally processed.
• 5Palm fatSaturated fat; linked to deforestation and environmental damage.
• 6SaltEssential mineral; naturally occurring preservative and flavor.
• 6Potassium carbonateAcidity regulator; provides potassium, generally recognized as safe.
• 6Sodium carbonateFood additive used for texture; safe in typical food amounts
• 10WaterEssential, pure, naturally beneficial
• 3MaltodextrinRefined carbohydrate; high glycemic index, minimal nutrition.
• 9VegetablesWhole food source of vitamins, minerals, and fiber
• 8SweetcornWhole grain vegetable; good source of fiber and nutrients
• 10PeasWhole vegetable legume; natural protein and fiber.
• 8Onion PowderDehydrated onion, retains nutrients, natural flavor enhancer.
• 9SpicesNatural flavor ingredients; beneficial antioxidants and antimicrobial compounds.
• 7Yeast extractProcessed yeast; umami flavoring, high in glutamates.
• 10GarlicDehydrated vegetable; natural flavoring, bioactive compounds.
• 3SugarRefined sweetener; high glycemic index, offers no micronutrients.
• 6Soy sauceFermented soy; traditional flavoring but very high in sodium.
• 9SoybeansWhole legume; minimally processed, natural protein and nutrient source.
• 8WheatWhole grain; good source of carbohydrates and fiber.
• 5Flavoring agentsGeneric term; actual composition unknown; likely synthetic or mixed source origins.
• 8Barley malt extractNatural sweetener from grain; minimally processed
• 7Citric acidNatural preservative and flavoring; safe in typical food amounts
• 7Chilli sauceWhole food-based condiment; capsaicin has potential health benefits
• 8Spirit vinegarMinimally processed fermented product, preservative
• 6Modified corn starchHighly processed thickener; low nutritional value.
• 8CuminNatural spice; aromatic, contains beneficial volatile compounds.
• 9Cayenne pepperNatural spice; contains capsaicin, bioactive and flavorful.

Allergens

Contains: soy, gluten

May contain: milk, eggs, mustard, celery

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