Maggi
Maggi Magic Cubes - Chicken Flavor (10 Cubes)
40 g
40 g
Platforms delivering in Govindpuri
Ingredients
Allergen Information
Nutritional Summary
The product receives a 'POOR' rating due to its exceptionally high sodium content. A single, small 2g serving provides 337.7mg of sodium, which constitutes nearly 17% of the FSSAI's recommended daily allowance. While the serving is low in calories, fat, and sugar, the product is essentially a salt and flavor enhancer delivery system, posing a significant risk for high blood pressure and related health issues if used regularly or without accounting for its sodium load.
Nutritional Facts per 100g
Protein
5 g
of RDA
Very low in Protein. This is not a significant source.
Dietary Fiber
0.8 g
of RDA
Very low in Dietary Fiber. This is not a significant source.
Energy
116 kcal
of RDA
Contributes 6% of daily Energy needs.
Carbohydrates
17.8 g
of RDA
Contributes 6% of daily Carbohydrates needs.
Total Fat
3 g
of RDA
Contributes 5% of daily Total Fat needs.
Trans Fat
0.04 g
of RDA
Low in Trans Fat. Good choice for restricted diets.
Cholesterol
4.8 mg
of RDA
Low in Cholesterol. Good choice for restricted diets.
Saturated Fat
2.7 g
of RDA
Low in Saturated Fat. Good choice for restricted diets.
Sugar
18.2 g
of RDA
Acceptable levels of Sugar.
Sodium
16884.9 mg
of RDA
⚠️ Very high in Sodium! Exceeds daily limits - consume sparingly.
%RDA: Percentage of Recommended Dietary Allowance based on FSSAI/ICMR guidelines for a 2000 kcal diet.
Healthy Recipe Ideas
Low-Sodium Vegetable Broth
Sauté 1 cup of mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, beans) in 1 tsp of oil. Add 2 cups of water and bring to a boil. Crumble in only half a Maggi cube (a 1g serving) and stir well. Do not add any other salt. Simmer for 5-7 minutes and serve hot.
Health Benefits
Provides a savory flavor to a vegetable-rich soup while carefully controlling the extremely high sodium by using a minimal amount.
Flavor-Boosted Vegetable Pulao
Sauté onions, ginger-garlic paste, and whole spices for a pulao. Add 1 cup of soaked rice and 2 cups of mixed vegetables. Dissolve one Maggi cube in 2 cups of hot water and add to the rice, ensuring no other salt is used for the entire dish (serves 4). Cook until rice is done.
Health Benefits
Effectively seasons a large, family-sized portion of a balanced meal, distributing the sodium content across multiple servings.
Additive Analysis
The additives used, such as Flavour Enhancer (635) and Colour (150d), are approved by FSSAI. However, the primary health risk of this product is its extremely high sodium content, not the additives themselves. The product's formulation relies heavily on salt and artificial flavors rather than natural ingredients.
Preservatives
Artificial Colors
Artificial Flavors
Marketing Claims
The marketing is questionable as it heavily promotes 'EXTRA Chicken FLAVOR' when the product contains very little actual chicken (1.8% meat, 1.1% fat) and derives its taste primarily from salt, sugar, and flavor enhancers. The term 'magic' is puffery, but the overall impression can mislead consumers into believing it's a more wholesome chicken product rather than a high-sodium seasoning.