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Bibigo Frozen Mandu Pork & Vegetable Dumplings
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Bibigo Frozen Mandu Pork & Vegetable Dumplings

Bibigo
24 oz
Available at Foodtown
320
Calories
9g
Protein
2g
Sugars
530mg
Sodium
2g
Fiber
79
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Bibigo Frozen Mandu Pork & Vegetable Dumplings are a frozen appetizer mainstay you’ll find in the freezer aisle among Asian frozen meals and snackable appetizers — typically shelved near other dumplings, potstickers, gyoza, and frozen Korean or pan-Asian entrees. Packaged in a 24 oz resealable bag or box, they present a modern take on traditional mandu, leaning into bright, convenient branding that emphasizes Korean culinary roots and global snacking appeal. Shoppers pull these for quick weeknight dinners, game-day spreads, late-night snacks, or when feeding guests who want a shareable, hot appetizer with minimal fuss. Bibigo’s marketing positions the brand as authentic-yet-accessible: playful and contemporary, aimed at busy families, young professionals, and anyone curious about Korean flavors but seeking convenience. The label leans on heritage cues (“mandu,” “Korean flavors”) and convenience claims (“fully cooked,” “pan-fry 8 minutes”) rather than organic or clean-label certifications; there are no organic seals and it doesn’t make overt “natural” claims. In plain processing terms, these are fully cooked frozen dumplings made with multiple processed components (enriched flour, modified starches, texturized soy, flavor enhancers). Sensory notes: thin, silky wrappers that crisp at the edges when pan-fried, a juicy savory pork-and-vegetable interior with glass noodle chew, and aromatics of chives and ginger; best served hot with a soy-vinegar or chili dipping sauce. The eating ritual is quick and social — pan-fry, plate on a communal platter, dip, and share — fitting seamlessly into American grocery culture as a flavorful, convenient frozen option for casual entertaining or hurried meals.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 4.0
Servings per Container: 5
Calories320
% Daily Value*
Total Fat18g23%
Saturated Fat6g30%
Cholesterol25mg8%
Sodium530mg23%
Total Carbohydrate31g11%
Dietary Fiber2g7%
Total Sugars2g
Protein9g
* 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:, FILLING:, PORK,, REHYDRATED, GLASS, NOODLES, (WATER,, SWEET, POTATO, STARCH,, CARRAGEENAN,, SALT),, CABBAGE,, CHINESE, CHIVES,, ONION,, GREEN, ONION,, TOFU, (WATER,, SOYBEANS,, CALCIUM, SULFATE,, GLUCONO, DELTA, LACTONE,, MAGNESIUM, CHLORIDE),, WATER,, TEXTURED, SOY, FLOUR,, CONTAINS, 2%, OR, LESS, OF, GARLIC,, YEAST, EXTRACT,, SUGAR,, SALT,, DISODIUM, INOSINATE, AND, DISODIUM, GUANYLATE,, BLACK, PEPPER,, GINGER, POWDER., DOUGH:, ENRICHED, WHEAT, FLOUR, (WHEAT, FLOUR,, NIACIN,, REDUCED, IRON,, THIAMINE, MONONITRATE,, RIBOFLAVIN,, FOLIC, ACID),, WATER,, MODIFIED, FOOD, STARCH,, CONTAINS, 2%, OR, LESS, OF, WHEAT, GLUTEN,, VEGETABLE, OIL,, SALT..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • vegetable oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • disodium inosinate - Synthetic preservative
  • disodium guanylate - Synthetic preservative
No Seed OilNo Preservative

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?

This product is ultra-processed (NOVA 4): it contains industrial ingredients and additives such as modified food starch, enriched flours, texturized soy, carrageenan, and flavor enhancers (disodium inosinate/guanylate), and is a ready-to-heat frozen convenience product.

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Common Questions about Bibigo Frozen Mandu Pork & Vegetable Dumplings

The Bibigo Frozen Mandu is a tasty option if you're looking for a quick meal, but calling it 'healthy' really depends on your dietary needs. With 320 calories per serving and a balance of protein and carbs, it's a decent choice for a snack or light meal. Just keep in mind that it’s not particularly high in fiber or protein, so pairing it with a side salad or some steamed veggies can make it more nutritious!

Perfect For

game-day-prep
movie-night
weeknight-dinner

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