Soup, beef noodle, canned, condensed
Whole food · Soups, Sauces, and Gravies
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This is a shelf-stable, condensed soup base featuring tender beef chunks and noodles in a savory, umami-rich broth. Its texture is hearty yet smooth, with the noodles softening perfectly upon reheating. Nutritionally, it's a lean, low-calorie option providing a modest protein boost without significant fat.
Calorie split: 23% protein · 43% carbs · 33% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love it for its comforting, nostalgic flavor and the sheer convenience of having a hot, satisfying meal ready in minutes. It's a versatile pantry staple that can be enjoyed as is or customized with fresh additions.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The condensed form typically contains high sodium, which can be a concern for blood pressure. To counteract this, dilute it with water or unsalted broth as directed, and add fresh vegetables or lean protein to stretch the serving without adding salt. Also, the refined carbs may cause a quicker blood sugar rise; pairing it with a side salad or a piece of fruit can help balance the meal.
Key benefits
- High protein-to-calorie ratio for satiety
- Extremely low in fat
- Convenient, long shelf life
- Good source of quick energy from carbohydrates
- Low fiber, gentle on digestion
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The 'condensed' label means you typically add one can of water (or milk) back to the can's contents before heating, effectively doubling the volume from a small can to a full bowl.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 84.4 g |
| Energy | 67.0 kcal |
| Energy | 280 kj |
| Protein | 3.9 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 2.5 g |
| Ash | 2.1 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 7.2 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 0.60 g |
| Total Sugars | 2.1 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 12.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 0.88 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 5.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 37.0 mg |
| Potassium, K | 79.0 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 653 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 1.2 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.11 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.22 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 5.9 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.30 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.06 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.05 mg |
| Niacin | 0.85 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.16 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.03 mg |
| Folate, total | 15.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 12.0 ug |
| Folate, food | 4.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 23.0 ug |
| Choline, total | 14.0 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.16 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 11.0 ug |
| Retinol | 1.0 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 120 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 202 iu |
| Lycopene | 8507 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 4.0 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 1.0 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3), International Units | 0.00 iu |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 1.6 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 0.00 mg |
| Theobromine | 0.00 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 0.91 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.05 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 0.50 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 0.31 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 0.99 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.07 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 0.87 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 0.39 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 0.33 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.05 g |
| PUFA 18:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:5 n-3 (EPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:6 n-3 (DHA) | 0.00 g |
| Cholesterol | 4.0 mg |
Amino acid profile (per 100g)
| Tryptophan | 0.04 g |
| Threonine | 0.12 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.15 g |
| Leucine | 0.25 g |
| Lysine | 0.21 g |
| Methionine | 0.07 g |
| Cystine | 0.05 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.15 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.10 g |
| Valine | 0.17 g |
| Arginine | 0.16 g |
| Histidine | 0.09 g |
| Alanine | 0.18 g |
| Aspartic acid | 0.28 g |
| Glutamic acid | 1.1 g |
| Glycine | 0.18 g |
| Proline | 0.25 g |
| Serine | 0.14 g |
FAQ
How is this different from regular canned beef noodle soup?
This is a concentrated product. You must dilute it with water or another liquid before eating, whereas regular canned soup is ready to heat and eat.
Can I eat it straight from the can?
It's not recommended. The flavor will be overly salty and intense, and the texture thick and pasty. Always prepare it as directed on the label.
Is it a good source of vegetables?
No, it contains minimal vegetables, if any. It's primarily a protein and carbohydrate source. For a more balanced meal, add fresh or frozen vegetables when heating.
Nutrient density (calculated · NRF9.3)
Nutrient Rich Foods index: beneficial nutrients (protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals) minus saturated fat, added sugar & sodium, per 100 kcal.
NRF9.3 index — Fulgoni, Keast & Drewnowski, 2009. Computed from USDA nutrients.
Weight-loss friendliness (composite index)
Energy density 0.67 kcal/g · 23% calories from protein · 0.6 g fiber · 2.1 g sugar per 100 g.
Composite of energy density (Rolls et al., 1999), protein & fiber satiety, minus sugar. A calculated heuristic — ranks satiety-per-calorie, not a clinical measure.
Dietary load (calculated from USDA values)
Potential renal acid load. Positive = acid-forming, negative = alkaline-forming.
Sodium-to-potassium ratio: 8.27 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.