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Hibachi Fried Rice, 20 OZ
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📊 NOVA 4🥛 Dairy-Free

Hibachi Fried Rice, 20 OZ

GRAIN TRUST
Available at Whole Foods
200
Calories
3g
Protein
3g
Sugars
300mg
Sodium
1g
Fiber
38
Ingredients

What You Should Know

You'd find this in the frozen aisle or toss it in your cart on a rushed weeknight as a quick, takeout-style side or main. It delivers a comforting, nostalgic hibachi vibe, but the ready-to-heat format, added oils, seasoning powders and an emulsifier signal industrial processing that creates uniform texture and extended shelf life.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 CUP
Servings per Container: 4
Calories200
% Daily Value*
Total Fat7g9%
Saturated Fat1.5g8%
Trans Fat0g
Cholesterol0mg0%
Sodium300mg13%
Total Carbohydrate30g11%
Dietary Fiber1g4%
Total Sugars3g
Protein3g
* 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

WHITE, RICE, (WATER, AND, RICE), CARROTS, ONIONS, GREEN, PEAS, GREEN, ONION, RED, BELL, PEPPER, TAMARI, SOY, SAUCE, (WATER,, SOYBEANS,, SALT,, SUGAR), RICE, BRAN, OIL, SESAME, OIL, ONION, POWDER, SUGAR, GARLIC, POWDER, RICE, WINE, VINEGAR, BLACK, PEPPER, SUNFLOWER, LECITHIN.

Flagged Ingredients:

  • rice bran oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • sesame oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • sunflower 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?

This is a ready-to-heat, industrially prepared frozen product containing added oils, sugar, seasoning powders and sunflower lecithin (an emulsifier), which are characteristic of ultra-processed foods. The formulation prioritizes convenience, consistent texture and shelf stability over minimally processed whole ingredients.

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Common Questions about Hibachi Fried Rice, 20 OZ

Well, 'healthy' can be a bit subjective, right? This fried rice packs in some veggies like carrots and peas, and with 200 calories per cup, it’s a decent option for a quick meal. Just keep in mind it's not a superfood, but hey, it can definitely be part of a balanced diet!

Perfect For

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Vibe:

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$6.59
per package