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Kurkure

Kurkure Schezwan Chutney Flavour

Name: Kurkure Schezwan Chutney Flavour
Brand: Kurkure

Use in moderation SafeShelf · review pending

NOVA 4ultra-processedhigh saturated fathigh sodiumcontains palm oilpurine flavour enhancersno artificial sweetenerslactose-freegluten-freenut-freepregnancy-safeenjoy in moderation

Serving

20 g

Pack

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Ingredients

Barcode

8901491002912

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01 — Ingredient mix

What’s in the box, ranked from most concerning.

Each ingredient gets a tier from our researched dossier. The list sorts worst-first; the donut summarises the distribution. Tap any ingredient for its full dossier.

Caution · 2 ingredients shown

Caution2 of 4 ingredients

Edible Vegetable Oil (Palmolein)Caution

Seasoning (Sugar, Spices and Condiments, Iodised Salt, Edible Vegetable Oil (Canola, Palm and Sunflower), Acidity Regulator (296, 330), Edible Starch, Salt Substitute (Potassium Chloride), Maltodextrin, Natural and Nature Identical Flavouring Substances, Flavour Enhancers (627, 631), Colour (150d))Caution

Cleared 2▾

Cereal Products (66.2%) (Rice Meal (43.4%), Corn Meal (22.8%))Cleared

Gram Meal (0.5%)Cleared

02 — Claims audit

Every label claim, fact-checked.

We treat each claim as a question — does what’s inside back it up? Tap a claim for the reasoning.

1/3

claims fully supported

“Made with Rice, Corn & Dal”true

Ingredient list confirms rice meal at 43.4%, corn meal at 22.8%, and gram meal (dal) at 0.5% — all present as declared.

“Kurkure ke desi groove mein Schezwan ka masti move”unverified

This is a brand tagline / advertising slogan with no verifiable factual assertion; no data in any of the four sources can confirm or refute it.

“Partnering with Farmers”unverified

The label references a farmer partnership note and directs consumers to www.pepsicoindia.co.in, but no certification, audit report, or quantitative detail about the partnership is provided in the available data to verify the scope or authenticity of the claim.

03 — The fuller picture

Read the whole thing if a one-line verdict isn’t enough.

What’s in favour, and what’s working against it

In favour

Uses iodised salt, contributing to dietary iodine intake
Contains gram flour (besan), adding modest plant protein
Vegetarian certified (green dot)
FSSAI licensed; manufactured by accountable, named entities
No artificial sweeteners present

Working against

Ultra-processed (NOVA 4): multiple E-number additives
Very high saturated fat: 15.2 g/100 g (14% RDA per 20 g serve)
Trans fat present: 0.1 g/100 g
High sodium: 684 mg/100 g (7% RDA per 20 g serve)
Contains palmolein and palm oil linked to genotoxic process contaminants (GE, 3-MCPD)
Purine flavour enhancers E627 and E631 contraindicated in gout
Caramel colour E150d (sulphite ammonia class) — sulphite residue risk; 4-MEI under FDA review
Maltodextrin: very high glycaemic index (85–136), unfavourable for blood sugar management

Who should approach with care

Infants — Multiple hard stops apply: iodised salt is inappropriate for immature infant kidneys, E627 is prohibited in infant foods under EU law due to purine load, and palmolein/palm oil contain genotoxic process contaminants (GE) at levels EFSA considers of high concern for infants.

Children — High-consumer children risk exceeding the E150d group ADI per EFSA's 2011 opinion; process contaminants from palm/palmolein, potassium chloride chloride exposure above reference values, and high saturated fat and sodium all raise concern for regular consumption.

Pregnancy — Palm oil and palmolein contain genotoxic process contaminants (GE, 3-MCPD) relevant during fetal development; iodine requirements are elevated and must be clinician-managed; and E150d's 4-MEI byproduct showed reproductive effects in high-dose animal studies.

Lactation — Lactating women have elevated iodine requirements (200 µg/day per EFSA) and iodised salt in a high-sodium snack may not meet but could unbalance iodine intake; a clinician should assess overall iodine adequacy.

Diabetes — Sucrose, maltodextrin (GI 85–136), rice flour, corn meal, and edible starch all drive rapid postprandial blood glucose spikes, making this snack poorly suited for individuals managing blood sugar.

Hypertension — 684 mg sodium per 100 g from iodised salt and seasoning salt, combined with high saturated fat from palmolein and palm oil, adversely affects both blood pressure and lipid profiles in hypertensive individuals.

Heart Disease — 15.2 g/100 g saturated fat from palmolein, palm oil, and blended vegetable oils can elevate LDL cholesterol; 684 mg sodium promotes fluid retention — both are contraindicated for those with existing cardiovascular disease.

Kidney Disease — Potassium chloride (salt substitute) can cause life-threatening hyperkalaemia in CKD stages 3–5; high sodium, phosphorus from gram flour/cereal, and purine load from E627/E631 further burden compromised kidneys.

Gout — Flavour enhancers E627 (disodium guanylate) and E631 (disodium inosinate) are purine nucleotides catabolised to uric acid; consumption can directly precipitate or worsen acute gout attacks.

Ibs — The combined presence of maltodextrin (microbiome-disrupting), gram flour (high-FODMAP galacto-oligosaccharides), spices (onion, garlic noted on pack), malic acid, and citric acid can trigger IBS symptoms including bloating, cramping, and altered motility.

Ibd — Maltodextrin may promote adhesion of pathogenic bacteria to gut mucosa; gram flour's high fibre and FODMAP content, pungent spices, and manufactured citric acid may collectively worsen mucosal inflammation during active flares.

Sulfite Sensitivity — E150d (sulphite ammonia caramel) is manufactured using sulphite compounds and residual sulphur dioxide may be present per EFSA specifications, posing a risk to individuals with sulphite sensitivity or sulphite-triggered asthma.

Thyroid Disease — Excess iodine from iodised salt in a frequently consumed snack can precipitate iodine-induced thyrotoxicosis or worsen autoimmune conditions such as Hashimoto's thyroiditis in individuals with pre-existing thyroid disorders.

Gluten Intolerance — While the primary ingredients are gluten-free, edible starch and maltodextrin of unspecified botanical source, and gram flour processed in multi-grain facilities, may carry residual gluten traces; no certified gluten-free declaration appears on the label.

Gout — Both E627 and E631 are purine nucleotides that are catabolised to uric acid and can directly precipitate or worsen acute gout flares.

Migraine — Pungent spices, seasoning with onion and garlic, and aromatic flavouring substances in the Schezwan masala are commonly reported dietary migraine triggers in susceptible individuals.

The full analysis

Kurkure Schezwan Chutney is a popular impulse-buy snack targeted at teens and young adults drawn to bold, fusion flavours. While its cereal base (rice meal + corn meal) and gram flour are recognisable food ingredients, the product is firmly ultra-processed (NOVA 4): it contains caramel colour E150d, purine nucleotide flavour enhancers E627 and E631, nature-identical flavouring substances, maltodextrin, and multiple refined palm-based oils — none of which belong in a home kitchen. At 33.7 g fat and 684 mg sodium per 100 g, the most useful thing a curious consumer can know is that even one 20 g pack delivers 14% of the recommended daily saturated fat and 7% of sodium — and most people eat more than one pack.

FSSAI licence

10014064000435

Manufacturer

Multiple manufacturers (see batch number): N1 - PepsiCo India Holdings Pvt. Ltd. (Lic. No. 10012063000110), N2 - PepsiCo India Holdings Pvt. Ltd. (Lic. No. 10012022000339), N3 - PepsiCo India Holdings Pvt. Ltd. (Lic. No. 10012031000120), DF - Daawat Foods

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Analysis

Independently researched