Performance of various type segment in the global instant noodles market.

The global instant noodles market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 4.72% during the forecast period. Based on type, the global instant noodles market has been segmented into fried and non-fried.

The fried segment consists of the noodles that are placed in a metal mold and fried in the oil for a minute or two. The moisture content of the dough is reduced and pregelatinization of starch is enhanced in this process. Fired noodles have significantly less moisture content than non-fried noodles. The segment is expected to witness moderate growth during the forecast period due to the rising concerns about consuming high-fat foods.

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The consumers who are pursuing healthy diets would not buy these products owing to high-fat content. Palm oil is always chosen for frying instant noodles due to its high heat stability and low cost. Due to the high-fat content and low moisture content, fried instant noodles are highly susceptible to lipid oxidation, and require a high amount of preservatives to be added. These factors may hinder the growth of the segment of the global instant noodles market during the forecast period.