Frank's

Redhot fire-roasted jalapeno sauce

Barcode 0041500011622

Scanned 12 times by Nomi users

Yes — Redhot fire-roasted jalapeno sauce is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains modified maize starch, which is an industrially processed ingredient used as a thickener/stabilizer. Under the provided rules, the presence of modified maize starch is sufficient to classify the product as UPF.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

fire-roasted green jalapeno chilli (31%)
OK

water

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

spirit vinegar

A clear, distilled vinegar typically made from fermented alcohol (ethanol) and used for pickling, flavoring, and preservation.
OK

salt

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

modified maize starch

A processed starch, often used as a thickener or binding agent in foods; may be treated to modify properties.
OK

roasted garlic purée

Smooth purée made from garlic that has been roasted; used to impart mellow garlic flavor in sauces, dressings, and dishes.
OK

garlic powder

Dried, ground garlic used as a convenient, concentrated form of garlic flavoring in cooking.
OK

lime juice concentrate

Concentrated lime juice; a basic fruit juice ingredient used for flavoring and acidity.
OK

ground cumin

A spice made from dried, ground seeds of Cuminum cyminum. Warm, earthy, slightly citrusy flavor commonly used in Indian, Middle Eastern, and Mexican cuisines.
OK

colour (copper complexes of chlorophyllins)

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Common questions about Redhot fire-roasted jalapeno sauce

Is Redhot fire-roasted jalapeno sauce ultra-processed?

Yes — Redhot fire-roasted jalapeno sauce by Frank's is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains modified maize starch, which is an industrially processed ingredient used as a thickener/stabilizer. Under the provided rules, the presence of modified maize starch is sufficient to classify the product as UPF.

Which ingredients in Redhot fire-roasted jalapeno sauce are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Redhot fire-roasted jalapeno sauce as an ultra-processed marker: modified maize starch. 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.