Instant Noodles, Shrimp Flavour
35
Nutrition Score
Poor

Instant Noodles, Shrimp Flavour

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Starts at 50. Rises with whole foods, proteins, vitamins; drops with added sugars, trans fats, and syrups.
65
Hazard Score
Use with caution
25
Mirella Index
Basic
Quality category: Gourmet (80+), Everyday (50–79), or Basic (0–49)
Ingredients
wheat
wheat  ·  No known concerns
Contains cereals containing gluten
Cereal grain milled into flour for bread, pasta, and baked goods. Contains gluten.
sunflower oil
sunflower oil  ·  No known concerns
Vegetable oil pressed from sunflower seeds, commonly used for cooking and frying due to its light flavor.
Modified Starch
ModStarch  ·  −2 pts
Moderate health concern Source: EFSA, FDA
Chemically or physically treated starch for improved cooking properties. Generally safe.
Water
Water  ·  No known concerns
The most common ingredient in processed foods.
Potassium Carbonate
E501  ·  No known concerns
Alkaline salt used to regulate acidity and as a raising agent, notably in cocoa processing and noodles.
Monosodium Glutamate
E621  ·  −5 pts
Moderate health concern Source: EFSA, FDA
Flavor enhancer. Linked to headaches and sensitivity reactions in high doses.
Polyphosphates
E452  ·  −5 pts
Moderate health concern Source: EFSA
Water-binding phosphate salts used to improve texture and shelf life in processed meat, cheese, and seafood. High phosphate intake is linked to cardiovascular and kidney concerns.
Beta-Carotene
E160a  ·  No known concerns
Natural orange-yellow pigment found in carrots. Acts as a precursor to vitamin A; generally safe.
Sugar (Sucrose)
Sugar  ·  −4 pts
Moderate health concern Source: WHO, FDA
Common refined sugar. High consumption is linked to obesity, type 2 diabetes, and tooth decay.
Disodium Ribonucleotides
E635  ·  −3 pts
Moderate health concern Source: EFSA
Blend of E627 + E631. Strong flavour enhancer for umami. Often used with MSG.
Salt (Sodium Chloride)
Salt  ·  −2 pts
Moderate health concern Source: WHO, FDA
Common table salt used for flavouring and preservation. High intake is linked to hypertension.
Spices
Spices  ·  No known concerns
General term for dried plant-based seasonings such as pepper, cumin, or cinnamon, used to flavor dishes.
Paprika
Paprika  ·  No known concerns
Ground dried red peppers used as a spice, ranging from mild and sweet to hot, common in stews and rubs.
Lemongrass
Lemongrass  ·  No known concerns
Citrus-scented herb used in Southeast Asian cooking and teas, typically the lower stalk is used fresh or dried.
Garlic Powder
GarlicPowder  ·  No known concerns
Dehydrated, ground garlic used as a convenient seasoning with a milder flavor than fresh garlic.
Galangal Root
Galangal  ·  No known concerns
Rhizome spice in the ginger family, common in Southeast Asian cuisine.
Chili / Cayenne
Chili  ·  No known concerns
Hot pepper used fresh, dried, or ground to add heat to dishes.
Chives
Chives  ·  No known concerns
Thin, mild-flavored herb from the onion family, used fresh as a garnish.
Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein (HVP)
Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein  ·  −4 pts
Moderate health concern Source: EFSA
Plant protein broken down by acid/enzyme hydrolysis into free amino acids (incl. glutamate); used as a savoury flavour enhancer, similar effect to MSG. Source protein (soy/wheat/corn) may be a separate declared allergen.
Citric Acid
E330  ·  No known concerns
Natural organic acid used as an antioxidant and flavoring. Safe for ingestion.
Cod (Fish)
Cod  ·  No known concerns
Contains fish
White fish, common in baby food and fish products. Fish allergen.
Yeast Extract
YeastExt  ·  −2 pts
Moderate health concern Source: EFSA, FDA
Flavour enhancer with natural umami taste from autolysed yeast. Contains naturally occurring glutamates.
Natural Flavouring
NatFlavour  ·  No known concerns
Catch-all term for flavour compounds derived from natural sources (plants, animals, fermentation).
Soya (Soybean)
SoyaIng  ·  −2 pts
Moderate health concern Source: EFSA, FDA
Contains soybeans
Common allergen; also a source of protein and plant-based alternatives. Phytoestrogen content.
Maltodextrin
MaltodextrinIng  ·  −4 pts
Moderate health concern Source: FDA, EFSA
Highly processed starch derivative. Very high glycaemic index, used as filler and thickener.
Canola Oil (Rapeseed)
CanolaOil  ·  −2 pts
Moderate health concern Source: FDA, EFSA
Vegetable oil derived from a variety of rapeseed. Low in saturated fat, high in monounsaturated fats.
Kaffir Lime Leaves
LimeLeaves  ·  No known concerns
Aromatic citrus leaf used in Southeast Asian cooking.
Shrimp/Prawn
Shrimp  ·  No known concerns
Small shellfish eaten boiled, grilled, or fried, a common seafood ingredient worldwide.
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