5 Most Noodle Eating Countries in the World

4. India 

Servings as of December 31, 2022: 7.58 Billion 

India stands as the fourth most noodle eating country in the world. India reported an annual demand of 7.58 billion servings as of December 31, 2022. The most popular item in India is the veggie masala noodles by Nestle Maggi, primarily due to religious reasons. The instant noodle industry in India is forecasted to grow from a market size valuation of $1.84 billion in 2023 to $3.48 billion in 2028, at a compound annual growth rate of 13.69%. The incidence of an increase in the number of working women has had a profound impact on the need for instant and ready-to-eat meals particularly amongst the working youth in India. This contributes to the popularity of Maggi noodles in India.