Why is Sweet chilli chicken classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product undergoes multiple processing steps such as frying, sauce formulation and microwave‑ready packaging, which places it in the NOVA 4 category for ultra‑processed foods. Its label lists 11 additives, including flavour enhancer MSG (E621), colourants (E150, E160), preservatives (E220, E223), acidity regulators (E260, E330) and stabilisers (E500, E501).

How does the sugar and salt content in Sweet chilli chicken affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With 7 g of sugar per 100 g, the product contributes a moderate amount of carbohydrates that can raise blood glucose levels, so diabetic individuals should limit portion size. The salt content is relatively low at 0.8 g per 100 g, which is favorable for blood‑pressure control, but the overall sodium intake should still be monitored within daily limits.

Is Sweet chilli chicken suitable for vegan, keto, halal or gluten‑free diets?

No. The dish contains fried chicken, wheat noodles and soy sauce, making it non‑vegan and not gluten‑free. Its carbohydrate level (18.6 g per 100 g) is too high for a strict keto regimen, and because the source of the chicken and possible use of non‑halal ingredients are not specified, it cannot be confirmed as halal.

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Sweet chilli chicken

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Product Insights

Sweet chilli chicken is a ready‑to‑heat microwave bowl that combines fried vegetable noodles, fried chicken pieces and a sweet chilli sauce. It belongs to the Composite foods/One‑dish meals category, carries a Nutri‑Score of C and is classified as NOVA 4 ultra‑processed, containing 11 additives such as MSG (E621) and colourants. Nutritionally it offers modest protein (5.7 g per 100 g) and low saturated fat and salt, but its sugar level (7 g) exceeds the typical meal average and it includes common allergens like soy, gluten and sulphites.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

moderate

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g/ml

Energy Kcal138 kcal

Fat4.8 g

Saturated Fat0.4 g

Carbohydrates18.6 g

Sugars7 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average microwave meal, this product has considerably more sugar (7 g vs 3.6 g per 100 g) but considerably less salt (0.8 g vs 3.5 g), lower saturated fat and calories, while delivering slightly less protein.

Ingredients

Vegetable Fried Noodle (47%) (Wheat Noodles (Water, Wheat Noodles (Wheat Flour (Wheat Flour, Calcium Carbonate, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin), Water, Salt, Turmeric, Paprika, Acidity Regulator (E330), Firming Agents (E501, E500)), Cabbage, White Onion, Rapeseed Oil, Noodle Sauce (Water, Sugar, Spirit Vinegar, Salt, Onion Puree, Melasses, Tamarind Paste, Cornflour, Garlic Puree, Ground Cloves, Ginger Puree), Teriyaki Sauce (Soy Sauce (Water, Soybean, Wheat, Salt), Wine (Sulphur Dioxide), Sugar, Water, Spirit Vinegar, Salt, Spice Extracts, Onion Powder, Garlic Powder), Carrot, Green Pea, Stir-Fry Sauce (Water, Sugar, Salt, Molasses, Yeast Extract, Non-Modified Starch, Barley Malt Extract, Garlic Extract), Dark Soy Sauce (Water, Soybean, Sugar, Salt, Wheat Flour), Sugar, Sesame Oil, Flavour Enhancer (E621)), Sweet Chilli Sauce (33%) (Pineapple (Pineapple, Water, Sugar, Acidity Regulator (E330)), Sweet Chilli Sauce (Water, Sugar, Glucose Syrup, Gochujang Style Paste (Glucose Syrup, Fructose, White Wine Vinegar (Preservative (E223) (Sulphite)), Salted Black Bean (Soya), Concentrated Red Bell Pepper Juice, Sugar, Water, Rapeseed Oil, Soy Sauce (Water, Soybean, Salt, Spirit Vinegar), Concentrated Onion Juice, Salt, Onion Powder, Ground Cayenne Chilli, Colour (E160(c)), Tomato Powder, Rice Flour), Spirit Vinegar, Onion, Fructose, Garlic Puree, Red Chilli Puree, Cornflour, Salt, Pineapple Concentrate, Tomato Paste, Soy Sauce (Water, Soy Extract (Water, Soybean, Salt, Wheat Flour (Wheat Flour, Calcium Carbonate, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin)), Salt, Cane Molasses, Barley Malt Vinegar, Barley Malt Extract), Paprika, Yeast Extract ((Yeast Extract, Salt), Water, Salt), Colour (E160(c)), Black Pepper, Acidity Regulator (E330), Cinnamon), Green Pepper, White Onion, Chilli Sauce (Water, Sugar, Chilli (Chilli, Water, Salt, Acidity Regulator (E260)), Garlic, Modified Tapioca Starch, Salt, Acidity Regulator (E260)), Tomato Ketchup (Water, Tomato Paste, Glucose Syrup, Barley Malt Vinegar, Sugar, Native Maize Starch, Salt, Colour (E150(a)), Acidity Regulator (E330), Onion Powder, Garlic Powder, Black Pepper, Ground Clove), Glucose Suryp, Onion Puree, Red Pepper, Sugar, Red Pepper Paste (Water, Com Syrup, Wheat Flour, Wheat, Salt, Red Pepper Powder, Soybean, Alcohol, Garlic, Onion, Flavour Enhancer (E621)), Soy Sauce (Water, Soybean, Wheat, Salt, Alcohol (Ethanol)), Water, Potato Starch, Mirin (Glucose Syrup, Water, Spirit Vinegar, Fermented Rice Alcohol (Water, Rice, Alcohol, Salt, Rice Malt), Sugar, Acidity Regulator (E330), Cane Molasses), Salt, Paprika Powder, Garlic Puree, White Miso (Water, Soybean, Rice, Salt)), Fried Chicken (18%) (Chicken Breast, Brining Mix (Water, Maize Starch, Salt, Acidity Regulator (E500), Spirit Vinegar Powder, Tapioca Starch, Dried Glucose Syrup)), Marinade Mix (Water, Marinade (Wheat Flour (Wheat Flour, Calcium Carbonate, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin), Paprika, Salt, Raising Agent (E500(M)), Mushroom Extract (Maltodextrin, Mushroom Extract), Black Pepper Extract), Rapeseed Oil), Rapeseed Oil, Corn Flour).

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