#5 - Batchelor's Mild Curry Deli Box Noodles

• Brand: Batchelor's Deli Box Noodles
• Flavour: Mild Curry
• Cost: £1.00 (3 for £3 deal, normally £1.19 each)
• From: Tesco
• Description: A tasty and satisfying light lunch
• Weight: 75g (255g when prepared)
• Allergies: Milk, Egg, Wheat, Gluten, Mustard and Celery
  
  
                                                Not quite big enough....

These come in quite nice packaging which is just a cardboard box. When you get inside you find loosely packed noodles and a sachet of flavouring. One thing I hadn't expected to see was the advertising on the pack stating that this little box contains 75% less fat than a Pot Noodle - seems like the noodle war is starting to get personal...

I've got to admit that up to this point I like them, the packaging is considerate to the environment (aside from the flavour pouch) and the instructions are clear. There's an easily distinguishable line on the inside of the box to tell you where to fill your hot water up to and once you've done that there's just a couple of stirs over the next 4 minutes and you're ready to go. There's no need to cover again, nothing, just pour, stir, leave, stir, leave, eat - excellent!

“How do they taste?” The answer is not bad at all. When you start the whole pour, stir process you look like you're going to be left with a soupy concoction but not at all. The water is soaked up into the noodles and powdered flavouring and you're left with a great noodley snack. The flavour isn't too strong but it's good and not too sweet. The addition of peas is a great idea because they pop in your mouth and add a great variety of texture.

“Do they remind me in any way of a traditional mild curry?”  The answer is yes. There is more than a hint of Chinese curry flavour and I like it. As previously mentioned the peas are a great addition too. I think one of the benefits this pot has over others is the ease with which you can stir the ingredients together when you're preparing it.

“How do I feel now I’ve finished it?” The answer is pretty good. I've not got any taste taking over my palette, the noodles are sitting well in my stomach and they've given me the energy boost I need to get on with an afternoon's work, whether they'll keep me going all afternoon is another question.

Conclusion – I'm quite impressed with these. OK, so there's no great exploration into the cuisine of another continent but they're honest. The flavour is mild curry and it's a good flavour. The packaging is excellent and preparation is easy. They're not the biggest snack portion I've seen though and this could be a concern...

Need 4 Noodle Rating: 6.5/10