Marks & Spencer

Crayfish mango rice salad

Barcode 00496384

Scanned 17 times by Nomi users

Yes — Crayfish mango rice salad is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes industrial additives and processed ingredients beyond basic culinary components. Specifically: ginger purée and red chilli purée (industrial pastes with likely added stabilizers or acids), cornflour used as a refined thickener, pasteurised egg yolk (processed egg component), and concentrated lemon juice (industrial concentrate) indicate industrial formulation. These go beyond simple home-kitchen ingredients and align with NOVA ultra-processed characteristics.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

turmeric rice (20%)
OK

quinoa

A gluten-free seed-like grain, often used as a nutritious base or side dish.
OK

crayfish (13%)
OK

coconut and chilli dressing (11%)
OK

cooked rice (10%)
OK

carrots

Root vegetable with orange, sweet-tles; commonly eaten raw, roasted, or added to soups and stews.
OK

mango (7%)
OK

peppers rocket. rapeseed oil
OK

lemon juice

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

white wine vinegar

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

cracked black pepper. coconut and chilli dressing contains water
OK

coconut cream

Rich, creamy extract from grated coconut flesh; used as a dairy-free fat or base in recipes.
OK

lime juice

Juice extracted from limes; a basic culinary ingredient used for acidity and flavor.
OK

sugar

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

rapeseed oil

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

lemongrass

A tall, aromatic grass with citrusy notes used fresh or dried in soups, curries, and teas.
OK

salt. ginger purée
OK

cornflour

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

lime leaves

Fragant leaves from the lime tree, used to impart citrus aroma in cooking and in various cuisines.
OK

chilli infused sunflower oil
OK

red chili purée

A smooth paste made from red chili peppers, used to add heat and color in dishes. Typically a simple, single-ingredient puree.
OK

pasteurised egg yolk

Egg yolk that has been pasteurized to reduce microbial risk; used as a rich emulsifier and binding ingredient in sauces and pastries.
OK

turmeric vinegar - dried mustard
OK

lemon juice concentrate

Lemon juice that has been concentrated by removing water; used as a souring agent or flavoring in foods.
OK

ground allspice

Ground allspice is a spice made from the dried berries of the Pimenta dioica tree, finely milled into a powder used to add warm, sweet, and peppery notes to dishes.

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Common questions about Crayfish mango rice salad

Is Crayfish mango rice salad ultra-processed?

Yes — Crayfish mango rice salad by Marks & Spencer is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes industrial additives and processed ingredients beyond basic culinary components. Specifically: ginger purée and red chilli purée (industrial pastes with likely added stabilizers or acids), cornflour used as a refined thickener, pasteurised egg yolk (processed egg component), and concentrated lemon juice (industrial concentrate) indicate industrial formulation. These go beyond simple home-kitchen ingredients and align with NOVA ultra-processed characteristics.

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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