Sainsbury's

Flourish Chilli Prawn Pasta

Barcode 00485647

Yes — Flourish Chilli Prawn Pasta is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains garlic extract, which is an extracted, industrially processed additive and has been pre-identified as a UPF ingredient. Other ingredients are minimally processed or basic culinary items, but the presence of garlic extract is sufficient to classify the overall product as UPF according to the given rules.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

cooked wholewheat linguine pasta (water)
OK

durum wholewheat semolina (wheat)
OK

prawn (15%)
OK

onion

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

cherry tomatoes

Small, round varieties of tomato known for their sweet flavor and vibrant red color.
OK

tomato

A round, red fruit commonly used as a vegetable in cooking. Mostly water with sugars, fiber, and micronutrients like vitamin C and potassium.
OK

red pepper (bell pepper)

A sweet, crisp red bell pepper pick or fresh pepper used for color, flavor, and nutrition; typically eaten raw or cooked.
OK

tomato paste

Concentrated tomato juice cooked down to a thick, concentrated concentrate used as a base or flavoring in sauces and dishes.
OK

water

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

baby spinach (2%)
OK

rapeseed oil

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

garlic purée

Pureed garlic, often used as a flavoring base.
OK

sundried tomatoes (water, sundried tomatoes, salt)
OK

sugar

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

lemon juice

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

salt

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

cornflour

Ground corn starch used as a thickening agent in cooking and baking.
OK

white wine vinegar

A clear, mild vinegar made from fermented white wine, used for acidity in dressings, marinades, and pickling.
OK

oregano

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

parsley

A fresh green herb used to flavor and garnish dishes; commonly added chopped leaves.
OK

i cracked black pepper
OK

red chilli flakes
OK

rosemary

A fragrant herb used fresh or dried to season dishes and compounds like oils and butters.
UPF

garlic extract

A flavoring made by concentrating compounds from garlic, used to impart garlic flavor in foods and seasonings.
OK

black pepper

A common spice made from dried peppercorns of the Piper nigrum plant, used to add pungent heat and aroma to dishes.
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 Flourish Chilli Prawn Pasta

Is Flourish Chilli Prawn Pasta ultra-processed?

Yes — Flourish Chilli Prawn Pasta by Sainsbury's is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains garlic extract, which is an extracted, industrially processed additive and has been pre-identified as a UPF ingredient. Other ingredients are minimally processed or basic culinary items, but the presence of garlic extract is sufficient to classify the overall product as UPF according to the given rules.

Which ingredients in Flourish Chilli Prawn Pasta are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Flourish Chilli Prawn Pasta as an ultra-processed marker: garlic extract. 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.