We all have those days when the absolute last thing that we want to do is cook when we get home from work. The too tired to cook default for many is popping on some oven or microwave food and laying on the sofa. It’s warm, comforting, but an hour later, you’re bloated, peckish and nutritionally, it’s mostly just salt, refined carbs and empty calories so does nothing for your body, mood or energy levels.
Enter the new wave of convenience food. Huel has stepped into the instant noodle arena with their Hot & Savoury Black Edition Ramen, and their Katsu Curry Noodles might just be the ultimate upgrade your kitchen convenience food has been waiting for
What Makes Huel Different?
Unlike classic instant ramen, which is usually deep-fried and nutrient-stripped, Huel’s Black Edition Ramen is designed to be a nutritionally complete meal. This meal is based upon actual protein noodles which have been made from a smart blend of wheat gluten, pea protein, and buckwheat, along with textured pea protein chunks for that satisfying bite, carrots, spring onions, and a rich, aromatic katsu-style sauce.
It tastes like a comforting Japanese curry, sweet, mildly spiced, and deeply savoury, without the heavy, greasy feeling that usually follows a cheat-night takeaway.
Nutrition: The Stats Inside Each Pot
If you look at the back of a standard supermarket noodle pot, the stats can be more than a little depressing. Huel’s Black Edition is a different league entirely, boasting 40g of plant-based protein to keep you feeling genuinely full and repair muscles after a workout.
At 356 calories, each pot is perfect for a controlled, satisfying lunch or a light dinner that doesn’t weigh you down. It also contains 26 essential vitamins and minerals, covering everything from Vitamin D and B12 to iron, calcium, and zinc, meaning you’re not just filling a gap with a meal, but actually nourishing your body.
High in fibre, which is essential for digestion and keeping our energy levels steady throughout the afternoon, each meal helps you to avoid the dreaded 3pm energy slump. And containing essential fats such as Omega-3 and Omega-6, it also supports the heart and brain health with each bite.
No Fuss Meal Prep For All
The prep for these pots is as simple as it gets, as there’s no cooking, no chopping, and only one fork to clean. You simply peel back the lid, empty the flavour sachet, fill with boiling water to the fill line and stir. The lid closes back over for you to loosely cover it for 7mins, and you’re left with the most delicious, nutritious and inviting meal.
If your calendar is packed with back-to-back meetings, you can conveniently keep a few pots in your desk drawer, as it takes far less time to prepare at the office, compared to waiting in line at a sandwich shop, and it’s also way cheaper.
Getting 40g of clean, vegan protein in a warm noodle dish is a dream for post-workout recovery when you don’t feel like drinking a protein shake, but have just smashed an incredible workout on your lunch break.
Students can also easily upgrade their classic go-to diet, whilst still being budget-friendly, requiring zero culinary skills and supporting brain power for study sessions and lectures. And if you’re packing light for a camping trip or adventure, all you need is a flask of hot water to enjoy a hearty, warm, nutritionally complete meal ready to eat on a chilly hillside or mountain.
Why It’s Worth Your Money
It’s easy to look at functional foods like this and wonder if they are worth making the switch for the average person who isn’t an athlete and doesn’t aspire to achieve an entire body transformation. Health isn’t just about weight loss, or building muscle, or wanting to compete in bodybuilding contests, but the quality of life, energy levels and immune system that we experience each and every day.
Our quality of life also comes from living well, affordably, and not overstretching or adding unnecessary stress or pressure to our day. When we’re properly fuelled with healthy, nutritious food, we can think and feel better in all aspects of our life. And when you break down the cost per meal, which sits at just a few pounds per pot, it easily beats the price of a standard meal deal or takeaway lunch. Plus, you’re saving yourself from afternoon energy crashes and providing your body with real, science-backed nutrition.
If like me, you love the sweet, warming spice of Katsu curry and would love a fast, healthy option that keeps you full for hours, then look no further than Huel!
