Maggi
Maggi Special Masala Flavoured Instant Noodles
70 g
70 g
Ingredients
Allergen Information
Nutritional Summary
The product scores poorly due to its per-serving nutritional profile. A single 70g serving contains extremely high levels of sodium (657.5 mg, 33% of daily limit) and saturated fat (5.4 g, 27% of daily limit). The primary ingredient is refined wheat flour (Maida), which lacks dietary fiber. Despite being fortified with iron, the significant negative health attributes and presence of multiple additives result in a 'POOR' rating.
Nutritional Facts per 100g
Protein
9.6 g
of RDA
Low in Protein. Seek other food sources.
Energy
397 kcal
of RDA
Contributes 20% of daily Energy needs.
Carbohydrates
60.3 g
of RDA
Contributes 20% of daily Carbohydrates needs.
Total Fat
13.1 g
of RDA
Contributes 20% of daily Total Fat needs.
Sugar
2.3 g
of RDA
Low in Sugar. Good choice for restricted diets.
Trans Fat
0.13 g
of RDA
Low in Trans Fat. Good choice for restricted diets.
Saturated Fat
7.7 g
of RDA
Acceptable levels of Saturated Fat.
Sodium
939.3 mg
of RDA
Acceptable levels of Sodium.
%RDA: Percentage of Recommended Dietary Allowance based on FSSAI/ICMR guidelines for a 2000 kcal diet.
Healthy Recipe Ideas
Veggie-Loaded Masala Noodles
1. Sauté 1 cup of chopped mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, bell peppers) in 1 tsp of oil until tender-crisp. 2. Prepare Maggi noodles with the tastemaker as per package instructions. 3. Add the cooked noodles to the sautéed vegetables and mix well. 4. Serve hot, garnished with fresh coriander.
Health Benefits
Enriches the meal with essential vitamins, minerals, and dietary fiber from fresh vegetables.
Protein-Boosted Egg Maggi
1. Prepare Maggi noodles as per package instructions. 2. In the last minute of cooking, crack an egg directly into the pot and stir continuously to create an egg-drop consistency. 3. Alternatively, top the cooked noodles with a separately boiled or scrambled egg. 4. Garnish with spring onions.
Health Benefits
Significantly boosts the protein content, making the meal more balanced and satiating.
Additive Analysis
The product contains multiple FSSAI-approved additives including thickeners (INS 508, 412), acidity regulators (INS 501i, 500i, 330), a humectant (INS 451i), and a flavour enhancer (INS 635). While these are generally recognized as safe within prescribed limits, the overall additive load is high for a single food item. INS 635 (Disodium 5'-ribonucleotides) can cause adverse reactions in individuals sensitive to MSG.
Preservatives
No preservatives added
Artificial Colors
No artificial colors added
Artificial Flavors
Marketing Claims
The marketing claim 'Truly Good' is questionable and potentially misleading. While the product is fortified with iron (a factual claim), this creates a health halo that distracts from the very high sodium and saturated fat content, and the use of refined flour (Maida) as the primary ingredient. The marketing selectively highlights a single positive nutrient while downplaying significant unhealthy aspects, which does not provide a balanced view of the product's nutritional value.