Annie Chun's Peanut Satay Noodles
Why It Scored This Way
A mixed nutrition profile and more processed formulation give this product some useful qualities, but also meaningful limitations.
- Protein
- Fiber
- Sodium
- Added Sugar
Verdict
Annie Chun's Peanut Satay Noodles is a prepared plant-based noodle bowl featuring a savory peanut sauce. Its main strength is a high protein content for this category, while its main tradeoff is a significant amount of added sugar. Overall, it is a flavor-forward convenience meal for those seeking a quick plant-based dinner.
How to Use This
Best included occasionally, a few times per month, within a balanced diet and in controlled portions. Pair it with steamed broccoli or a side of sliced cucumbers and carrots to create a more balanced meal bowl.
Nutrition Overview
The nutrition panel shows a strong foundation of protein and fiber, though these benefits are countered by high levels of added sugar and sodium.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 560 | Per serving |
| Total Fat | 16g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat | 1.5g | 9% |
| Trans Fat | 0g | — |
| Sodium | 860mg | 37% |
| Total Carbs | 92g | 33% |
| Dietary Fiber | 7g | 24% |
| Total Sugars | 24g | — |
| Added Sugars | 21g | 42% |
| Protein | 17g | — |
| Vitamin D | 0mcg | 0% |
| Calcium | 50mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 250mg | 6% |
Ingredient Analysis
The product is built from wheat noodles and a peanut-based sauce containing peanut butter, soy sauce, and sesame oil. The formulation relies on sweeteners like dextrose and sugar, along with modified food starch for texture.
Ingredients
Hokkien Noodles: Water, Wheat Flour, Modified Food Starch, Contains 2% or Less of Salt, Lactic Acid (for Freshness), Wheat Gluten. Sauce: Dextrose, Peanut Butter, Sugar, Soy Sauce (Water, Soybeans, Wheat, Salt), Water, Sesame Oil, Rice Vinegar, Peanut Flour, Garlic Puree, Contains 2% or Less of Molasses, Sesame Seed Paste, Peanut Oil, Ginger Powder, Salt, Crushed Chili Pepper, Modified Food Starch, Rosemary Extract (for Freshness), Ground Red Pepper, Lactic Acid. Peanuts: Dry Roasted Peanuts.
