GO DESiChips & Snacks#24 of 49 in categoryRating 3/5

GO DESi Hot Chips Salted Potato

Red flags

  • Red flag: High saturated fat (10.6g)

Green flags

  • Green flag: No added sugar
  • Green flag: No additives

Ingredients, decoded

3 listed
  • Potato (64.8%)
  • Refined Rice Bran Oil
  • Iodised Salt (1.2%)
ConcernWorth watchingIn label order. Tap a highlighted one to learn more.

EA3

Nutrition per 100 g
ENutritionAIngredients3Risk
VerdictPOOR
Energy566 kcal
Protein2.9 g
Carbohydrates56 g
Total sugars0.6 g
Added sugars0 g
Total fat34.1 g
Saturated fat10.6 g
Trans fat0 g
Sodium459 mg
Highlighted values exceed FSSAI and UK FSA front of pack thresholds.

Our take

CleanPlate review

Rice bran oil and three ingredients, but low protein.

GO DESi Hot Chips Salted Potato are potato (64.8%), refined rice bran oil and 1.2% iodised salt.

CleanPlate scores it EA3. The E for nutrition reflects a declared protein of only 2.85 g per 100 g, well below other potato chips. The A for ingredients reflects a clean list and a better oil. The 3 for risk comes from energy density.

How EA3 breaks down

Each grade is scored on its own. Here are the label numbers behind each one, per 100 g.

How we score →
01 Nutritional valueA to E
E

Very low nutrient density

Protein
2.9 g
Fibre
Not declared
Vitamins and minerals
None declared
Energy
566 kcal

Scored on eight nutrients (protein, fibre, calcium, iron, vitamins A, C, D and zinc), per 100 g and per 100 kcal.

02 Ingredient & label integrityA to E
A

Clean, minimally processed

Base
Potato
Main fat
Refined Rice Bran Oil
Sweeteners
None added
Additives
0
Flagged
None

Scored on six things: base processing, fat quality, sweeteners, additives, colours and flavours.

03 Risk nutrients1 to 5
3

Moderate risk

Added sugar
0 g
Sodium
459 mg
Saturated fat
10.6 g
Trans fat
0 g

Scored on added sugar, sodium and saturated fat, with a penalty for trans fat.

A closer look

Does the label add up?

The list is potato (64.8%), refined rice bran oil and iodised salt (1.2%).

Per 100 g: 566 kcal, 2.85 g protein, 34.1 g fat (10.6 g saturated), 0.6 g sugar and 459 mg sodium.

Ingredients to watch

  • Energy densityConcern

    566 kcal per 100 g.

  • Low declared proteinWorth watching

    2.85 g per 100 g is unusually low for a potato chip and drives the E grade.

Common misconceptions

Myth: "A Poor badge means bad ingredients"

Here the ingredients are clean. The badge reflects low nutrient density.

Myth: "Rice bran oil makes it low fat"

Fat is 34 g per 100 g. The oil quality is better, not the amount.

How often, and how

  • AdultsOccasional small portion
  • ChildrenOccasional
  • Watching weightEnergy-dense; limit

Smarter ways to eat it

Pair with protein

Serve with a paneer tikka or dal to balance the plate.

Portion it

About 25 g per serving.

Common questions

Is GO DESi Hot Chips Salted Potato healthy?

GO DESi Hot Chips Salted Potato scores EA3 (Poor) on CleanPlate, which makes it best kept as a rare treat rather than a regular buy. The main concerns are: High saturated fat (10.6g). On the plus side: No added sugar; No additives.

What does the EA3 score mean?

The first letter (E) grades nutritional value: very low nutrient density. The second letter (A) grades ingredient and label integrity: clean, minimally processed. The number (3) grades risk nutrients (sugar, sodium, saturated fat): moderate risk.

Last reviewed July 30, 2026. Scored with the CleanPlate method from the published label.

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