Sainsburys,By Sainsbury's,Sainsbury's

Garlic and coriander

Barcode 00160599

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Yes — Garlic and coriander is ultra-processed.

Classified as UPF because the ingredient list contains industrial additives and flavorings, including: humectant (glycerol), flavouring, and preservative (calcium propionate). These are extracted or synthesized additives used for texture, flavor, and shelf-life, which makes the product ultra-processed according to NOVA.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

fortified british wheat flour (_wheat_ flour, calcium carbonate, iron, niacin, thiamin)
OK

water

Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
OK

rapeseed oil

A basic culinary oil pressed from rapeseeds (Brassica napus). Used for frying, baking, and dressings. Neutral flavor.
OK

glycerol (humectant)

Glycerol (glycerine) used as a humectant to retain moisture in foods; a simple, mono- and polyalcohol.
OK

low fat yogurt (cows' _milk_)
OK

yeast

A living microorganism used as a leavening agent in baking.
OK

raising agents (disodium diphosphate, sodium hydrogen carbonate, calcium phosphate)
OK

salt

Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
OK

coriander (cilantro seeds)

Dried seeds of the coriander plant (Coriandrum sativum). Warm, citrusy flavor used ground or as whole seeds in spice blends and curries.
OK

citric acid

A natural organic acid used to balance acidity and preserve foods; a common food additive.
OK

nigella seeds (black onion seeds)

A small black seed with a pungent, onion-like flavor used whole or ground in breads and spice mixes.
UPF

flavouring

A generic additive used to impart or enhance flavor; can be synthetic or derived from natural sources.
UPF

calcium propionate

A food preservative added to baked goods to inhibit mold and bacterial growth.

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Common questions about Garlic and coriander

Is Garlic and coriander ultra-processed?

Yes — Garlic and coriander by Sainsburys,By Sainsbury's,Sainsbury's is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as UPF because the ingredient list contains industrial additives and flavorings, including: humectant (glycerol), flavouring, and preservative (calcium propionate). These are extracted or synthesized additives used for texture, flavor, and shelf-life, which makes the product ultra-processed according to NOVA.

Which ingredients in Garlic and coriander are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Garlic and coriander as ultra-processed markers: flavouring, calcium propionate. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What does "ultra-processed" (UPF) mean?

Ultra-processed foods (UPFs) are industrial formulations made with ingredients and additives you wouldn't find in a home kitchen — such as emulsifiers, artificial flavourings, colourings and modified starches. The classification is based on the NOVA system used by researchers and dietitians worldwide.

How can I check whether other foods are ultra-processed?

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Product information comes from public databases and Nomi's own analysis, and may contain errors. Always check the packaging. Ultra-processed classification is based on the NOVA food processing system.