For a savoury option served several times, a 1 kg pack of dried noodles is a good choice if you’ll use the quantity and can store the product in a dry place once opened. Pre-cooked or instant noodles are better suited to quick service or individual portions. Whichever option you choose, check the recipe, allergens and instructions on the actual pack you’ll be serving.
If noodles regularly feature on the menu, a 1 kg pack of dried noodles lets you cook them in batches, provided you have suitable storage. Carrefour, E.Leclerc and Auchan each list a product in this format.
If portioning and preparation matter more than buying in bulk, instant or pre-cooked noodles are worth considering. However, the products listed by Lidl and Aldi serve a different purpose from a 1 kg pack of dried noodles.
You should be able to check the ingredients of the product you’re serving on its packaging. Carrefour Classic’ 1 kg noodles contain wheat and may contain traces of egg. Auchan advises checking the ingredients again, as they can vary by store and purchase date.
Consider this option: for several savoury dishes, when you have a recipe to cook and a dry place to store the noodles.
Bear in mind: once opened, the pack needs protection from heat and moisture. A 1 kg pack is only worthwhile if you’ll use the quantity.
Consider this option: when your menu calls for a particular variety, such as egg or rice noodles, rather than a semolina-based pasta.
Bear in mind: your chosen variety may not be a straightforward substitute for standard dried noodles in the recipe you have planned.
Consider this option: when quick preparation or managing individual portions matters more than buying a larger pack.
Bear in mind: preparation methods and, depending on the product, seasonings differ from those for a plain pack of dried noodles that you cook yourself.
For a savoury breakfast option, first choose a format that suits the quantity you need and how you plan to serve it. Then check the recipe and labelling of the product you select.
| Criteria | What to check | Who is it for? |
|---|---|---|
| Quantity and storage | Net weight, how often you’ll serve the noodles and storage conditions once opened. | If I’m preparing several savoury services, I want to use the pack without leaving it open for too long. Around 36% of consumers would make this their priority. |
| Speed and portions | Whether the product is dried, pre-cooked or instant, plus portion sizes and preparation method. | When preparation time is limited, I prioritise portions that are easy to organise. This would be the main concern for around 29% of consumers. |
| Allergens and product identification | Ingredients and allergens on the pack you’re serving, precautionary trace warnings and information that identifies the batch. | Before service, I need to be able to share information that matches the noodles actually being used. Around 21% of consumers would make this check a priority. |
| Variety to suit the menu | Type of noodles and how well they suit the savoury recipe you have planned. | If my menu includes a specific recipe, I want to choose a variety that suits it rather than simply opting for a large pack. For around 14% of consumers, this would be the top criterion. |
A 1 kg pack of dried noodles, pre-cooked noodles and instant noodles all require different preparation and are suited to different uses. Their ingredients may also vary depending on the recipe.
Decide on the dish and how you’ll serve it before comparing pack sizes, varieties and ingredient lists.
Auchan notes that the ingredients in its product may vary depending on the delivery service and purchase date. A saved product listing is no substitute for the information on the product you receive.
Before service, check the pack for ingredients, allergens, the best-before date and batch information.
The container must be suitable for food contact. Auchan’s storage instructions also say to protect the noodles from heat and moisture.
Choose a container designed for food storage, follow its instructions for use and seal it properly after each service.
This range includes 1 kg packs of dried noodles made with durum wheat semolina.
The 1 kg Turini dried noodles are listed as being made with durum wheat semolina.
Auchan lists 1 kg packs of dried noodles with storage instructions.
The product listed is a multipack of instant noodles, intended for a different preparation method from plain 1 kg packs of dried noodles.
This range includes 200 g packs of pre-cooked Asian udon or ramen noodles.
These 1 kg packs are savoury options to cook and serve over several sittings. Choose a variety to suit your planned dish and check the labelling on each pack before serving it to customers.
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A 1 kg pack to consider if you’re preparing noodles for several services and want to season each dish to suit your menu. Check the ingredients and allergens on the pack you’ll be serving.
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This 1 kg pack is worth considering for an Asian-style recipe prepared in several portions, particularly if you’re looking for flat noodles. Check the preparation instructions and labelling on the pack before service.
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Consider this 1 kg pack if your menu includes ribbon noodles to cook for several services. Check the ingredients and allergens on the batch intended for customers.
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Consider this 1000 g pack if the variety suits the savoury recipe you’re planning to serve over several sittings. The name alone doesn’t tell you what it contains, so check the ingredient list on the pack.
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This 1 kg pack is another variety to consider for a savoury dish served over several sittings. Make sure the shape and cooking instructions suit your recipe, then check the batch labelling.
No. It makes sense if savoury dishes are served often enough to use the contents and you can store the pack properly once it’s open. If you’ll only serve noodles occasionally, first compare the quantity you actually need and how you plan to serve them.
Yes, but only if the tin is suitable for food contact and the storage conditions you need. The DGCCRF advises using containers designed for food and following their instructions for use. For its 1 kg noodle packs, Auchan recommends using an airtight container once opened, if possible.
Check the ingredient list and any trace warnings on the pack you’re actually serving. The 1 kg Carrefour Classic’ and Turini products list durum wheat semolina. Carrefour Classic’ also warns of possible traces of egg. The French ministry responsible for consumer affairs notes that allergens in prepacked foods must be listed and emphasised.
They can replace another option when speed is the priority, but they may not suit the same recipe or quantity. Compare the ingredients, portions and preparation method before changing the menu.
Keep the information you need to link ingredients and allergens to the product used, in line with your business procedures. For food service, the French ministry responsible for agriculture lists food traceability and allergen information among the areas checked during inspections.