Pulmuone Pad Thai with Chicken

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Why this score

• High in salt; medium sugarFSA traffic lights per 100g: high salt; medium sugar (−0.7).

Ingredients (28)

• 10WaterEssential, pure, naturally beneficial
• 3Cane sugarRefined carbohydrate; calorie-dense with minimal nutritional benefit.
• 9Chicken white meatLean protein, minimally processed, nutrient-dense
• 6SaltEssential mineral; important for flavor; intake should be moderated.
• 9Crimini mushroomsWhole food, rich in nutrients and antioxidants
• 7Fish sauceFermented anchovy, high sodium but nutrient-rich umami
• 6Sea saltEssential mineral but contributes high sodium content.
• 10OnionWhole vegetable; beneficial sulfur compounds and prebiotic fiber.
• 9Crushed garlicMinimally processed whole food; excellent nutritional benefits
• 6Canola oilProcessed vegetable oil; acceptable but highly refined.
• 8Sambal oelekMinimally processed red chili peppers, anti-inflammatory compounds
• 8Distilled vinegarFermented, natural, minimal processing, adds flavor.
• 6Xanthan GumBacterial fermentation product; thickener; generally recognized as safe.
• 10CarrotsWhole vegetable, rich in beta-carotene and fiber
• 10Green onionWhole vegetable, fresh culinary ingredient.
• 9Paprika PowderGround spice, antioxidant-rich, naturally derived from peppers
• 8Tamarind pasteWhole food concentrate, rich in vitamin C and antioxidants
• 8RiceWhole grain staple; nutritious but varies by processing type
• 6Modified tapioca starchProcessed starch, thickener, minimal nutritional value but safe
• 6Potato starchProcessed but widely used starch base for snacks.
• 6Corn oilProcessed plant oil, higher in omega-6 fatty acids
• 4DextrinModified starch; thickener; minimal nutrition; partial starch breakdown.
• 6Sodium acetateFood preservative and acidity regulator, safe in normal amounts
• 8YuccaWhole food starch, nutrient-dense root vegetable
• 3MaltodextrinHighly processed carbohydrate; rapid glucose spike, minimal nutrition.
• 6Trisodium citrateFood additive, safe but processed chemical
• 5Mono- and diglycerides of fatty acidsEmulsifier; generally recognized as safe but highly processed
• 8Roasted peanutsWhole food, protein and healthy fats, minimal processing

Allergens

Contains: fish, peanuts

Declared on the product label. Anything not listed here simply wasn't declared - that is not the same as being free from it. Always check the packaging.