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Cj Annie Chun's Soup Mix Savory Broth Vegetable Japanese Style Shy Piece Bowl In Sleeve
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Cj Annie Chun's Soup Mix Savory Broth Vegetable Japanese Style Shy Piece Bowl In Sleeve

Annie Chun's
5.40 oz
Available at Foodtown
240
Calories
6g
Protein
4g
Sugars
890mg
Sodium
4g
Fiber
91
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Annie Chun's Japanese Style Shoyu Ramen Bowl is a shelf-stable, single-serve convenience meal positioned where shoppers expect quick Asian-inspired options — think the instant noodles/microwavable meals aisle or the ethnic foods section, shelved near other ramen cups, noodle bowls, and ready-to-heat rice dishes. It reads as a modern pantry staple for busy students, single adults, and anyone looking for a fast warm meal: a vacuum-sealed bowl with soft, non-fried ramen noodles and a powdered, savory broth packet topped with dehydrated green onion, carrot and corn. Occasions for purchase include late-night study sessions, desk-side lunches, quick travel or road-trip snacks, and small apartment meal solutions. Brand positioning leans on accessible “Asian-inspired” authenticity — Japanese-style shoyu flavor, “crafted with care” language and a family-friendly image that appeals to health-aware but time-pressed consumers; packaging copy emphasizes freshness and convenience rather than gourmet claims. Label characteristics include subtle health halos (mentions of vegetables, “never fried” noodles and vacuum sealing), but there is no organic certification and the ingredient list shows multiple industrially processed components. In plain terms, this is a highly processed convenience product designed for speed. Sensory notes: the noodles rehydrate to a tender, slightly springy chew, the broth is savory and slightly sweet with sesame and soy notes, and the dehydrated vegetable bits add little pops of texture. Rituals around it are simple — peel back the sleeve, add hot water or microwave as directed, let sit, stir, and slurp straight from the bowl.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1.0
Servings per Container: 1
Calories240
% Daily Value*
Total Fat1.5g2%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium890mg39%
Total Carbohydrate49g18%
Dietary Fiber4g14%
Total Sugars4g
Added Sugars3g6%
Protein6g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

INGREDIENTS:, RAMEN, NOODLES:, WATER,, WHEAT, FLOUR,, LESS, THAN, 2%, OF, SALT,, LACTIC, ACID., SOUP, BASE:, WATER,, MALTODEXTRIN,, SOY, SAUCE, (WATER,, SOYBEANS,, WHEAT,, SALT),, VEGETABLE, SOUP, BASE, (VEGETABLE, [CARROT,, CELERY,, ONION],, SALT,, SUGAR,, TAPIOCA, MALTODEXTRIN,, YEAST, EXTRACT,, ONION, POWDER,, CORN, STARCH,, GARLIC, POWDER,, TURMERIC,, FLAVOR),, SUGAR,, SESAME, OIL,, SALT,, GRANULATED, SOY, SAUCE, (SOY, SAUCE, [SOYBEANS,, WHEAT,, SALT],, MALTODEXTRIN,, SALT),, CANOLA, OIL,, FLAVOR,, LESS, THAN, 2%, OF, YEAST, EXTRACT,, ONION, POWDER,, SPICES,, GRANULATED, GARLIC,, XANTHAN, GUM,, ROSEMARY, EXTRACT, (SUNFLOWER, OIL,, ROSEMARY, EXTRACT)., TOPPING:, DEHYDRATED, GREEN, ONION,, DEHYDRATED, CARROT,, DEHYDRATED, CORN,, POTASSIUM, CARBONATE,, GLUCOSE..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • canola - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • sunflower - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • soy lecithin - Processed emulsifier
No Seed OilNo Emulsifier

Dietary Labels

This product is not vegan, is not gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Contains multiple industrial ingredients and additives (maltodextrin, flavorings, xanthan gum, yeast extract, powdered soup bases) and is formulated for convenience, consistent with an ultra-processed (NOVA 4) product.

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Common Questions about Cj Annie Chun's Soup Mix Savory Broth Vegetable Japanese Style Shy Piece Bowl In Sleeve

Well, that depends on what you’re comparing it to! With 240 calories and 6 grams of protein, it can definitely fit into a balanced meal, especially if you're looking for something quick. It does have a higher sodium content at 890mg, so if you're watching your salt intake, just keep that in mind.

Perfect For

back-to-school
movie-night
road-trip

Vibe:

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