Sainsbury's

Sainsbury's Taste the Difference Chilli Twists

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No — Sainsbury's Taste the Difference Chilli Twists is not ultra-processed.

The ingredients are basic culinary components (wheat flour, butter, milk powder, salt, yeast, herbs and spices, sugar, tomato powder, barley malt flour). There are no industrial formulations or additives such as emulsifiers, thickeners, artificial sweeteners, refined syrups, flavor enhancers, or industrial extracts. Therefore, according to the specified NOVA-based rules, this is not ultra-processed.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

wheat flour

Ground wheat used as a basic baking ingredient; simple, minimally processed cereal product.
OK

butter (29%)(cows' _milk_)
OK

skimmed cows' _milk_ powder
OK

salt

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

yeast

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

paprika

A ground spice made from dried red peppers (Capsicum species), used for color and flavor in many cuisines.
OK

sugar

Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
OK

tomato powder

Powdered tomato used as a flavoring or ingredient, a minimally processed dried tomato product.
OK

barley malt flour

A flour derived from malted barley used in baking to add color and sweetness.
OK

cumin

A warm, earthy spice from the seeds of the Cuminum cyminum plant, common in spice blends.
OK

garlic

A bulbous aromatic spice used to impart savory flavor in cooking; can be used fresh, sautéed, roasted, or in powder form.
OK

chilli (0.2%)
OK

onion

A common bulb vegetable used as a base flavor in many cuisines. Crisp, pungent, sweet when cooked.
OK

oregano

A dried aromatic herb used as a spice in cooking, with a warm, slightly bitter flavor.
OK

pepper

Ground pepper or whole peppercorns, a common spice used to season foods.
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

basil

A leafy herb used fresh or dried to flavor dishes; not typically processed as a food ingredient beyond drying or freshness.

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Common questions about Sainsbury's Taste the Difference Chilli Twists

Is Sainsbury's Taste the Difference Chilli Twists ultra-processed?

No — Sainsbury's Taste the Difference Chilli Twists by Sainsbury's is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredients are basic culinary components (wheat flour, butter, milk powder, salt, yeast, herbs and spices, sugar, tomato powder, barley malt flour). There are no industrial formulations or additives such as emulsifiers, thickeners, artificial sweeteners, refined syrups, flavor enhancers, or industrial extracts. Therefore, according to the specified NOVA-based rules, this is not ultra-processed.

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.