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Vegetable Samosas by Marks & Spencer
Marks & Spencer

Vegetable Samosas

Barcode 00672610
Scanned  8  times by Nomi users
Not Ultra-Processed

No — Vegetable Samosas is not ultra-processed.

The ingredient list contains basic culinary ingredients (wheat flour, vegetables, spices, traditional sugar) and standard fortification nutrients (calcium carbonate, iron, niacin, thiamin). There are no industrial additives (emulsifiers, artificial sweeteners, industrial syrups, flavor enhancers, or processed extracts) that would classify this as ultra-processed under NOVA.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers
  • OK
    wheat flour
    A basic flour derived from wheat, containing gluten; used as a primary baking ingredient.
  • OK
    thiamine
    A water-soluble B vitamin (vitamin B1) used as a nutrient and fortification additive.
  • OK
    potatoes (23%)
  • OK
    carrots(6%)
  • OK
    peas (4.5%)
  • OK
    tomato purée
    A tomato-based concentrate obtained by cooking down tomatoes, commonly used as a base or seasoning in dishes.
  • OK
    ginger purée
    A smooth paste made from ginger, used to impart ginger flavor in sauces and dishes.
  • OK
    salt
    Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
  • OK
    lemon juice
    The clear, acidic juice extracted from lemons, used for brightness and acidity in foods and drinks.
  • OK
    green chilli purée
  • OK
    and coriander
  • OK
    ground coriander
    A spice ground from the dried seeds of Coriandrum sativum. Bright, citrusy, warm flavor widely used in spice blends and curries.
  • 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
    ground garam masala (coriander cumin cinnamon, ginger, chilli powde, black pepper cloves, cardamom, nutmeg, bay leaves)
  • OK
    sugar
    Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
  • OK
    poppy seeds
    Small seeds from the opium poppy (Papaver somniferum) used as a culinary ingredient in breads, pastries, and toppings. Nutritionally rich in healthy fats and minerals.
  • OK
    cumin seeds
    Flat, boat-shaped seeds from the cumin plant, offering a warm, earthy, citrusy aroma used in spice blends and cooking.
  • OK
    kalonji seeds
  • OK
    turmeric
    A bright orange-yellow root commonly used as a spice and for its active compound curcumin, with warm, earthy, slightly peppery flavor.
  • OK
    fenugreek
  • OK
    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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Common questions about Vegetable Samosas

Is Vegetable Samosas ultra-processed?

No — Vegetable Samosas by Marks & Spencer is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list contains basic culinary ingredients (wheat flour, vegetables, spices, traditional sugar) and standard fortification nutrients (calcium carbonate, iron, niacin, thiamin). There are no industrial additives (emulsifiers, artificial sweeteners, industrial syrups, flavor enhancers, or processed extracts) that would classify this as ultra-processed under NOVA.

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.

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