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Ginger Chicken Dumplings, 8 OZ
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📊 NOVA 3🥛 Dairy-Free

Ginger Chicken Dumplings, 8 OZ

Laoban Dumplings
Available at Whole Foods
120
Calories
7g
Protein
2g
Sugars
350mg
Sodium
0.99g
Fiber
35
Ingredients

What You Should Know

You'd spot these Ginger Chicken Dumplings in the freezer or chilled prepared foods section — an easy pick for a busy weeknight, potluck, or quick appetizer. They feel comforting and slightly nostalgic, offering a homemade vibe while being extremely convenient. The ingredient list shows mostly recognizable culinary components and simple processing (wrapped dough, potato starch, lye water) which gives the product its tender wrapper and ready-to-cook texture, suggesting it is processed but not heavily industrialized.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 3 DUMPLINGS(66G)
Servings per Container: 3.5
Calories120
% Daily Value*
Total Fat4.5g6%
Saturated Fat0.5g3%
Trans Fat0g
Cholesterol20mg7%
Sodium350mg15%
Total Carbohydrate14g5%
Dietary Fiber0.99g4%
Total Sugars2g
Protein7g
* 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

FILLING:, FREE-RANGE, CHICKEN, CABBAGE, SCALLIONS, CANOLA, OIL, SOY, SAUCE, (WATER,, SOYBEANS,, WHEAT,, SALT), HONEY, GINGER, KOSHER, SALT, GARLIC, CHINKIANG, VINEGAR, SPICES., DOUGH, WRAPPER:, UNBLEACHED, WHEAT, FLOUR, WATER, POTATO, STARCH, CANOLA, OIL, KOSHER, SALT, LYE, WATER..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • canola oil - 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:3 / 4

Processed Food

Why this score?

The dumplings are a manufactured, ready-to-cook product with processed dough and added oils/starches, but the ingredients are recognizable culinary items and there are no obvious industrial additives or mock-food formulations, placing them in NOVA 3 (processed foods).

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Common Questions about Ginger Chicken Dumplings, 8 OZ

When it comes to the Ginger Chicken Dumplings, 'healthy' can be a bit subjective. They pack in 7 grams of protein per serving, which is great for a quick snack or meal. However, it's worth noting that they contain some sodium (350 mg) and aren't high in fiber. So, if you're looking for a balanced meal, consider pairing them with a fresh salad or some steamed veggies.

Perfect For

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Vibe:

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$7.19
per package