Cooked Ramen Noodles
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What it is
Cooked ramen noodles are a type of instant noodle dish made from wheat flour, water, salt, and often a kansui (an alkaline mineral water). They are typically pre-cooked by steaming or boiling and then dried or packaged with a seasoning packet. Ramen noodles have a chewy texture and are a staple in Japanese cuisine.
Why it's used
Manufacturers use cooked ramen noodles as a convenient and versatile base for quick meals. They are commonly found in instant noodle bowls, soups, and stir-fries. Their quick preparation time and satisfying texture make them popular in ready-to-eat meals and frozen entrees.
Health notes
Cooked ramen noodles are primarily a source of carbohydrates. The FDA considers wheat a major allergen. While generally recognized as safe (GRAS) as a food ingredient, the high sodium content in many instant ramen seasoning packets can be a concern for individuals monitoring their sodium intake. JECFA and EFSA have evaluated various food additives used in ramen products, but not the noodles themselves.
Allergen info
Cooked ramen noodles are made from wheat, which is one of the 9 FDA major allergens. They also contain gluten. Not a major allergen unless wheat is present.
Products containing Cooked Ramen Noodles
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Ajinomoto USA Inc.
Beef Shoyu Ramen Noodles With Tender Beef & Vegetables In A Soy Sauce Broth, Beef Shoyu
High in sodium — 80% DV per serving
133kcal
6.3Protein
2.0Fat
22.0Carbs
Demers Food Group Inc.
Shrimp Ramen Tender Shrimp & Ramen Noodles With Vegetables In A Traditional Shoyu-Style Broth Noodle Bowl, Shrimp Ramen
High in sodium — 38% DV per serving
147kcal
8.8Protein
2.9Fat
22.4Carbs
Conagra Frozen Foods
Veggie Shoyu Ramen Noodles With Yu Choy, Mushrooms, And Scallions In A Mushroom Flavored Broth, Veggie Shoyu
High in sodium — 38% DV per serving
85kcal
3.7Protein
1.1Fat
14.9Carbs
Conagra Frozen Foods
Veggie Shoyu Ramen Noodles With Chinese Broccoli, Cabbage, Mushrooms And Scallions In Broth, Veggie Shoyu
High in sodium — 61% DV per serving
100kcal
3.4Protein
1.7Fat
17.8Carbs
Conagra Frozen Foods
Chicken Tonkotsu Ramen Noodles With Dark Meat Chicken And Vegetables In A Broth With Ground Pork, Chicken Tonkotsu
High in sodium — 61% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving
High in cholesterol — 20% DV per serving
167kcal
8.9Protein
8.6Fat
13.8Carbs
Conagra Frozen Foods
Spicy Chicken Miso Ramen Noodles With Chicken Crumbles And Vegetables In A Spicy Miso Broth, Spicy Chicken Miso
High in sodium — 72% DV per serving
123kcal
7.8Protein
3.4Fat
14.9Carbs
Conagra Frozen Foods
Pork Shoyu Ramen Noodles With Pork, Scallions And Mushrooms In Broth, Pork Shoyu
High in sodium — 81% DV per serving
134kcal
8.9Protein
3.7Fat
16.4Carbs
Conagra Frozen Foods
Spicy Chicken Miso Ramen Noodles With Chicken Crumbles, Red Jalapeno Peppers, Fire Roasted Sweet Corn, And Scallions In A Spicy Miso Broth, Spicy Chicken Miso
High in sodium — 30% DV per serving
109kcal
7.6Protein
2.7Fat
13.0Carbs
Conagra Frozen Foods
Chicken Tonkotsu Ramen Noodles With Dark Meat Chicken, Mushrooms, Spinach, And Scallions In Broth With Ginger Puree, Ground Pork, And Sesame Seeds, Chicken Tonkotsu
High in sodium — 37% DV per serving
131kcal
7.4Protein
5.7Fat
11.4Carbs
Conagra Frozen Foods
Pork Shoyu Ramen Noodles With Pork, Mushrooms, Bamboo Shoots, And Scallions In Broth, Pork Shoyu
High in sodium — 50% DV per serving
98kcal
6.5Protein
2.2Fat
12.5Carbs
Ajinomoto USA Inc.
Miso Ramen, Miso
High in sodium — 79% DV per serving
154kcal
6.0Protein
3.4Fat
24.1Carbs