M&S

King prawn bhuna

Barcode 00481496

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No — King prawn bhuna is not ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is composed entirely of basic culinary ingredients and traditional preparations (prawns, vegetables, yogurt, spices, lemon juice, chilli extract, etc.). There are no industrial additives such as emulsifiers, thickeners, artificial sweeteners, refined industrial syrups, or flavour enhancers. Therefore, it is not classified as ultra-processed according to the given NOVA-based criteria.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

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prawns (crustacean) (33%) - onions (28%) tomatoes (17%) green peppers (6%) · red peppers (6%) tomato paste
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rapeseed oil

A basic culinary oil pressed from rapeseeds (Brassica napus). Used for frying, baking, and dressings. Neutral flavor.
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yogurt (milk) (2.5%) · garlic purée
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ginger purée

A smooth paste made from ginger, used to impart ginger flavor in sauces and dishes.
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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.
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salt

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

A ground spice made from dried peppers, used for color and flavor.
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green chilli purée · ground cumin
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ground garam masala (roasted coriander, roasted cumin· black pepper, cinnamon, mace, roasted green cardamom seeds, ginger, fennel, cloves · nutmeg, bay leaves)
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lemon juice

The clear, acidic juice extracted from lemons, used for brightness and acidity in foods and drinks.
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ground coriander

A spice ground from the dried seeds of Coriandrum sativum. Bright, citrusy, warm flavor widely used in spice blends and curries.
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fenugreek (ground)

Ground seeds of the fenugreek plant (Trigonella foenum-graecum), used as a spice with a warm, slightly bitter, nutty flavor and a hint of maple-like sweetness.
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turmeric

A bright orange-yellow root commonly used as a spice and for its active compound curcumin, with warm, earthy, slightly peppery flavor.
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whole green cardamom
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chilli powder

Ground dried chili peppers used as a spice to add heat and flavor in dishes. It is a basic single-ingredient spice.
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ground green cardamom
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ground bay leaves
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chilli extract

Extract derived from chili peppers used to impart heat or flavor.

Common questions about King prawn bhuna

Is King prawn bhuna ultra-processed?

No — King prawn bhuna by M&S is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is composed entirely of basic culinary ingredients and traditional preparations (prawns, vegetables, yogurt, spices, lemon juice, chilli extract, etc.). There are no industrial additives such as emulsifiers, thickeners, artificial sweeteners, refined industrial syrups, or flavour enhancers. Therefore, it is not classified as ultra-processed according to the given NOVA-based criteria.

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.