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Potato Curry

Barcode 00161213
Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Potato Curry is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains tamarind extract, which is an industrially processed extract/additive. All other listed ingredients are basic culinary ingredients or traditional spices, but the presence of tamarind extract is sufficient to make the overall product UPF under NOVA-based rules.

Common questions about Potato Curry

Is Potato Curry ultra-processed?

Yes — Potato Curry is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains tamarind extract, which is an industrially processed extract/additive. All other listed ingredients are basic culinary ingredients or traditional spices, but the presence of tamarind extract is sufficient to make the overall product UPF under NOVA-based rules.

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.

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