Thai sweet chilli egg noodles
Aldi Asian Inspired
Processing
4
Ultra-processed
Group 4 of 4 on the NOVA scale
Additives listed
1
0 we grade moderate or higher
Counted from the label, not by quantity
Salt per 100g
0.51g
Medium
UK FSA front of pack threshold
Three separate readings, kept apart on purpose. This is not a score, and none of it says this product is harmful.
Additives (1)
This label lists 1 acidity regulator.
E330
Citric acid
Acidity regulator
What it is. A mild acid found naturally in citrus fruit, made commercially by fermentation.
Why it is used. Adds tartness, balances flavour and helps preserve. One of the most used additives in food.
What the evidence says. Safe at food levels. No credible health concern for the additive itself.
Permitted freely.
Assessed against EFSA, JECFA. Full entry for E330
Ingredients
DRIED EGG NOODLES (73%) (Wheat Flour, Durum Wheat Semolina, Egg, Salt, Acidity Regulator. Potassium Sugar, Potato Starch, Flavourings, Garlic Powder, Dried Spring Onion, Dried Red Pepper, Soy Sauce Powder M Soy Sauce (Soya Beans, Wheat, Salt), Salt], Onion Powder, Ground Ginger, Chilli Powder, Colour. Papila Extra, kit Citric Acid; Maltodextrin ALLERGY ADVICE: For allergens, see ingredients in bold. May also contain other gluten sources. DIETARY ADVICE: Suitable for vegetarians. No artificial colours or flavourings. NUTRITION Typical Values (made up as directed) per 100g: Energy 379kJ/
As printed on the pack, in the producer's own order: ingredients are listed by weight, so what comes first is most of what is in it. E numbers link to their assessment where we have one.