Instant Noodles

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Denmark recalls popular South Korean spicy noodles over 'acute poisoning' risks

The recalled noodles, produced by Seoul-based Samyang Foods, one of South Korea’s largest companies, include Buldak Samyang 3 x Spicy & Hot Chicken, Buldak Samyang 2 x Spicy & Hot Chicken, and Buldak Samyang Hot Chicken Stew.

Oodles of instant noodles: how a global favourite became an economic red flag

Cheap and calorie-filled, the rapid foodstuff tells us about the state of the world

Wow! Momo to launch Cuppa Thupka and sauces in big packaged foods push

The company entered the frozen foods segment last year with the launch of frozen momos on BigBasket. Now, after a year-long trial, it plans an expansion along with the launch of other packaged food categories such as Cuppa Thupka and sauces.

Why we've been craving Maggi during the pandemic

It may not have the kind of monopoly it once did, yet for millions of Indians today Maggi is a reminder of their growing up years, a staple from when life was simpler.

Capital Foods targets Rs 500 cr revenue this fiscal

FMCG firm Capital Foods, owner of Ching's Secret brand of instant noodles and masalas, is targeting a topline of Rs 500 crore this financial year and expects 40 percent increase next fiscal.

FSSAI issues draft quality standards for instant noodles

The notification has been issued in wake of maggi controvesry last year, so that to bring more clarity in regulating the instant noodles products.

Nestle plans up to 25 products with eye on Patanjali

Having 'weathered' the Maggi storm, Nestle India is embarking on a product offensive, launching up to 25 products across various categories to fend off 'disruptive competition' from new rivals like Patanjali

Nestle sells 3.3 cr packs of Maggi in 10 days

On the financial implications of the ban on Maggi, Nestle India said it had to bear an exceptional cost of Rs 476.2 crore, which included cost of destroying 34,663 tons of the noodles.

UP lab finds ITC's Yippee noodles 'sub-standard'

Food Inspector of the UP government, in a report dated August 27, 2015, stated that after testing sample of ITC's Yipee noodles manufactured at Haridwar, it was found that "total ash of the tastemaker exceeds the maximum prescribed limit of 1 percent. Hence, the sample is sub-standard."

Can instant noodles help combat world hunger?

Instant noodles serve "an important role in satiating hunger and in sustaining lives for many worldwide, including those hanging on under difficult circumstances," according to Deborah Gewertz, Professor of Anthropology at Amherst College in US and her two colleagues.