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Mee Tu Chinese Noodles Pasta
International & World Foods
📊 NOVA 4

Mee Tu Chinese Noodles Pasta

Mee Tu
13 oz
Available at Foodtown
120
Calories
3g
Protein
140mg
Sodium
1g
Fiber
55
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Mee Tu Chinese Noodles Pasta arrives on grocery shelves in the international or pasta aisle, often shelved near other Asian-style dried noodles, ramen, and convenience pasta kits. Packaged in a clear or printed 13 oz bag with bold branding, it reads as a pantry staple for quick soups, stir-fries, and noodle bowls. Shoppers pull it when they want an inexpensive, shelf-stable base for weeknight dinners, back-to-school lunches, or a simple side for a casual gathering. The brand leans into practical, no-frills positioning: accessible, American-made, and familiar to consumers looking for an easy pantry carbohydrate rather than gourmet artisan pasta. Visual cues on the label — bright colors and claims like “Made in USA” or recipe suggestions — create a friendly, family-oriented appeal rather than a premium health positioning; there are no organic certifications and the presence of artificial colors and preservatives suggests industrial processing. On the shelf it sits alongside instant soups, packaged dumplings, and refrigerated or dry side-dish mixes, and will attract budget-conscious shoppers, students, and busy parents. In sensory terms, the noodles cook to a springy, slightly chewy texture; they have a neutral wheat flavor that soaks up broths and sauces. The ritual is quick: boil, drain or add to broth, and mix with vegetables or a protein. A pantry-ready convenience item, its processing involves milling, additives for shelf stability and color, and commercial drying — familiar production steps in many packaged noodle products. Overall, Mee Tu’s noodles read as a utilitarian, comforting entry in American grocery culture, bridging convenience cooking and simple home-style meals.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1.0 oz
Servings per Container: 13
Calories120
% Daily Value*
Total Fat4g5%
Saturated Fat1g5%
Sodium140mg6%
Total Carbohydrate20g7%
Dietary Fiber1g4%
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

Bleached, Wheat, Flour,, Vegetable, Oil, (Contains, One, or, More, of, the, Following:, Soybean, Oil,, Palm, Oil,, Partially, Hydrogenated, Soybean, Oil,, Corn, Oil,, Rice, Oil,, Canola, Oil,, Cottonseed, Oil,, Sunflower, Oil),, Water,, Salt,, Wheat, Gluten,, Eggs, &, Egg, White,, Ascorbic, Acid, &, Citric, Acid, as, Anti-Oxidant,, Potassium, Sorbate, as, a, Preservative,, FD&C, Yellow, 5, &, 6..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Soybean Oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Palm Oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Corn Oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Rice Oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Canola Oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Cottonseed Oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Sunflower Oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Partially Hydrogenated Soybean Oil - Processed emulsifier
  • Potassium Sorbate - Synthetic preservative
  • FD&C Yellow 5 - Artificial coloring
  • FD&C Yellow 6 - Artificial coloring
No Seed OilNo EmulsifierNo PreservativeNo Additive

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 refined bleached flour, industrial vegetable oils (including partially hydrogenated oil), preservatives and artificial colors, indicating intensive industrial formulation and ultra-processing consistent with NOVA 4.

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Common Questions about Mee Tu Chinese Noodles Pasta

Well, 'healthy' can be a bit subjective! These noodles are a convenient carb option with some protein, but they aren’t exactly a nutritional powerhouse. If you’re looking for a quick meal, they fit the bill, but pairing them with veggies or protein can really amp up the health factor.

Perfect For

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weeknight-dinner

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