Samyang vs Maggi
Overall, Maggi has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 2 of our comparison points versus 1.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Samyang | Maggi |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | — | — |
| NOVA group | 4 | 4 |
| Calories | 397 kcal | 384 kcal |
| Fat | 13 g | 12.5 g |
| Saturated fat | 5 g | 8.2 g |
| Sugars | 5 g | 1.8 g |
| Salt | 3 g | 2.5 g |
| Fiber | 2 g | — |
| Protein | 9 g | 8.2 g |
| Additives | 18 | 8 |
| Allergens | Celery, Eggs, Fish, Gluten, Milk, Peanuts, Sesame seeds, Soybeans | Gluten |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Samyang has 39% less saturated fat (5 g vs 8.2 g).
- Maggi has 64% less sugar (1.8 g vs 5 g).
- Maggi has 17% less salt (2.5 g vs 3 g).
- Only Samyang lists: Celery, Eggs, Fish, Milk, Peanuts, Sesame seeds, Soybeans.
Ingredients
Samyang
NOODLE(73.4 %) {WHEAT FLOUR(GLUTEN), MODIFIED STARCH(TAPIOCA), PALM OIL, WHEAT GLUTEN, SALT, EMULSIFIERS (E 422, E 322 (SOY), THICKENER(E 412), ACIDITY REGULATORS(E 501, E 500, E 339, E 330), ANTIOXIDANT (E 306), GREEN TEA FLAVOUR, COLOUR (E101)}, LIQUID SAUCE(23.9%) {WATER, FLAVOURINGS WITH CHICKEN FLAVOURS (WHEAT, GLUTEN, SOY, CELERY), SOY SAUCE(WATER, SOYBEAN, WHEAT (GLUTEN), SALT, FRUCTOSE, FLAVOUR ENHANCER(E 635), GARLIC, FLAVOURS, ACIDITY REGULATOR(E 270), SWEETENER(E 960)), SUGAR, FLAVOURS(SOY), SOYBEAN OIL, HABANERO PEPER SEASONING/CONTAINS ANTI-CAKING AGENT(E 551), FLAVOUR ENHANCER( E631, E627), COLOUR (E 160c) (SOY), CHILI PEPPER SEASONING(SOY), ONION, GARLIC, THICKENER(E 1420), COLOUR(E 160C), CHILI, CHILI PEPPER EXTRACT, BLACK PEPPER POWDER, CURRY SEASONING (CONTAINS FLAVOUR ENHANCER(E 635)), ACIDITY REGULATOR(E 270)}, SOUP POWDER(2.7 %) {FLAVOURS(SOY), ROASTED SESAME, ROASTED LAVER}. MAY CONTAIN CRUSTACEAN SHELLFISH, EGG, FISH, MILK, MOLLUSCAN SHELLFISH, PEANUT, SESAME SEEDS, MUSTARDAND TREE NUTS.
Maggi
Refined maida,palm oil,lodized salt,wheat gluten,thickeners(500&412),acidity regulators(501&500)and humectant(451(i)), MASALA TASTEMAKER": Mixed Spices (26.2%) (Onion powder, Coriander powder, Red chilli powder, Turmeric powder, Garlic powder, Cumin powder, Aniseed powder, Ginger powder, Fenugreek powder, Black pepper powder, Toasted onion powder, Clove powder, Green cardamom powder, Nutmeg powder), Hydrolysed groundnut protein, Refined wheat flour (Maida), Sugar, Starch, Palm oil, lodized salt, Thickener (508), Acidity regulator (330), Flavour enhancer (635), Colour (150d), Mineral and Wheat gluten. And NOODLES: Refined wheat flour (Maida), Palm oil, lodized salt, Wheat gluten, Thickeners (508 & 412). Acidity regulators (501(i) & 500(i)) and Humectant (451(i)). Allergen Note: Contains Wheat & Nut. May contain Milk, Oats and Soy .
FAQ
Which is healthier: Samyang or Maggi?
Overall, Maggi has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. We compare Nutri-Score, processing level and seven nutrients per 100 g. Your own needs (for example low sugar or high protein) may make a different choice better for you.
Which has fewer calories?
Maggi has fewer calories: 384 kcal versus 397 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Maggi has less sugar: 1.8 g versus 5 g per 100 g.