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High sodium, low fiber
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Boiled noodles with soy sauce (160 g) has 221 calories. That works out to 138 calories per 100 g. It contains 41.8 g of carbs, 6.9 g of protein, 2.6 g of fat and 2.1 g of fiber. Its 19.2 µg of Selenium covers 35% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 52 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 160 g
221
KCAL / 160G
Carbs
41.8g
· 15% DV
Protein
6.9g
· 14% DV
Fat
2.6g
· 3% DV
Fiber
2.1g
· 8% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 77% · Protein 13% · Fat 10%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 221 kcal | |
| Total fat | 2.6 g | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 0.45 g | 2% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 672 mg | 29% |
| Total carbohydrate | 41.8 g | 15% |
| Fiber | 2.1 g | 8% |
| Protein | 6.9 g | 14% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 160 g | 221 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 70 g | 97 kcal |
| 1 pack (small) | 85 g | 117 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 138 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 120 g | 166 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 140 g | 193 kcal |
| 1 pack (double) | 170 g | 235 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 220 g | 304 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 345 kcal |
Calculated from 138 calories per 100 g.
Boil the noodles until just tender, drain them, then toss with soy sauce to make boiled noodles with soy sauce. Add the sauce gradually and taste as you go; sliced spring onions or sesame seeds make simple toppings.
No, boiled noodles with soy sauce are not automatically chow mein. Chow mein is typically stir-fried with other ingredients, while noodles simply boiled and dressed with soy sauce can be served without that extra cooking step.
Cabbage, carrots, bell peppers and spring onions work well in boiled noodles with soy sauce. Cook firmer vegetables briefly in a pan, then toss them with the drained noodles and sauce so they stay pleasantly crisp.
To keep boiled noodles with soy sauce from sticking, avoid overcooking them and drain them as soon as they are tender. Toss them with the sauce right away; a small splash of cooking water can help loosen clumps.
Either works, but light soy sauce gives boiled noodles with soy sauce a saltier, sharper seasoning, while dark soy sauce adds deeper color and a rounder taste. Start with a little, since both can make the dish quite salty.
Yes, egg is an easy addition to boiled noodles with soy sauce. Scramble it in a pan before adding the drained noodles, or serve a cooked egg on top; cook the egg fully before eating.
Use less soy sauce or choose a reduced-sodium version to make boiled noodles with soy sauce less salty. Add flavor with garlic, ginger, citrus or vegetables rather than extra salt, and avoid reducing the sauce until it becomes concentrated.
Store leftover boiled noodles with soy sauce in a covered container in the refrigerator rather than leaving them out. Reheat only the portion you plan to eat, and discard the noodles if their smell or appearance has changed.
Yes, boiled noodles with soy sauce can be frozen, though they may soften after thawing. Cool them first, pack them in an airtight container, then thaw in the refrigerator and heat thoroughly in a pan before serving.
Serve boiled noodles with soy sauce alongside steamed vegetables, a fresh salad or a light soup. For a more filling meal, pair them with tofu, egg or grilled chicken rather than adding more salty sauces.
Vitamins
Biotin
2.88µg · 10% DV
B1
0.1mg · 8% DV
B3
1.12mg · 7% DV
Folate
22.4µg · 6% DV
Minerals
Selenium
19µg · 35% DV
Sodium
672mg · 29% DV
Manganese
0.51mg · 22% DV
Copper
0.13mg · 14% DV
Potassium ⭐
77mg · 2% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 221 calories in 1 cup (medium) (160 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Boiled noodles with soy sauce is a simple dish of cooked noodles tossed with soy sauce. The seasoning draws on East Asian cooking, while this quick preparation is now familiar in home kitchens in many places. The sauce brings a salty, savoury taste; the noodles are soft and lightly coated, making the dish easy to serve hot as a quick meal or alongside other dishes.
It is low in fibre, and soy sauce can make it high in sodium. For a more balanced bowl, add vegetables and a source of protein such as tofu or egg, and use less sauce if you prefer a milder, less salty result.
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.45g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.35g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.69g
Omega 6:3 ratio 33.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (33.5:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.