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Rose harissa paste by Marks and Spencer
Marks and Spencer

Rose harissa paste

Barcode 00727303
Scanned  14  times by Nomi users
Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Rose harissa paste is ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid. The product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains paprika extract, which is an extracted, industrially processed additive used for colour/flavour and is pre-identified as a UPF ingredient in the guidelines. All other ingredients are either basic culinary ingredients or herbs/spices, but the presence of paprika extract is sufficient to categorize the whole product as UPF according to NOVA-based rules provided.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker
  • OK
    red peppers
    Red bell peppers. Fresh, edible fruit of Capsicum annuum, commonly sold as fresh vegetables or used in cooking. Typically red color indicates ripe fruit. Used as a vegetable/ingredient.
  • OK
    rapeseed oil
    A basic culinary oil pressed from rapeseeds (Brassica napus). Used for frying, baking, and dressings. Neutral flavor.
  • OK
    dried red peppers
    Dried peppers used as a spice or ingredient to add flavor and color. They are dehydrated vegetables.
  • OK
    red wine vinegar
    A vinegar produced by fermenting red wine with acetic acid bacteria, used as a tangy condiment and cooking acid.
  • OK
    lemon juice concentrate
    Lemon juice that has been concentrated by removing water; used as a souring agent or flavoring in foods.
  • OK
    salt
    Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
  • OK
    mint
    Mint leaves from Mentha species, used fresh or dried to flavor dishes and beverages. Fresh herb with strong aromatic oils.
  • OK
    red chili purée
    Ground or blended red chilies processed into a purée. A common spicy ingredient used to add heat and flavor. May contain salt or other basic ingredients depending on product.
  • OK
    dried rose petals
    Dried petals from roses, used for flavor, aroma, and garnish in foods and beverages. They may impart delicate floral notes and a pink color.
  • OK
    crushed red chilies
    Crushed dried red chilies or chili flakes, used to add heat and flavor in a variety of dishes.
  • UPF
    paprika extract
    Concentrated flavor ingredient derived from paprika (capsicum) used to impart paprika flavor without the physical pepper pieces.
  • OK
    smoked paprika
    A spice made from dried, smoked, and ground red peppers (pimentón). Rich, sweet-smoky flavor with mild heat used in numerous cuisines including Spanish dishes.
  • OK
    garlic purée
    Pureed garlic, often used as a flavoring base.
  • OK
    smoked chilies
    Dried chilies that have been smoke-dried or smoked to add a smoky, spicy flavor to dishes.
  • 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
    caraway seeds
    Dried seeds of the Carum carvi plant, used as a warm, slightly citrusy spice in breads, sausages, and savory dishes.
  • OK
    ground cloves
    Ground cloves are the finely milled powder of the dried flower buds of the clove tree. They are a common spice used in both sweet and savory dishes, offering warm, aromatic, and slightly bitter notes.

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Common questions about Rose harissa paste

Is Rose harissa paste ultra-processed?

Yes — Rose harissa paste by Marks and Spencer is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid. The product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains paprika extract, which is an extracted, industrially processed additive used for colour/flavour and is pre-identified as a UPF ingredient in the guidelines. All other ingredients are either basic culinary ingredients or herbs/spices, but the presence of paprika extract is sufficient to categorize the whole product as UPF according to NOVA-based rules provided.

Which ingredients in Rose harissa paste are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Rose harissa paste as an ultra-processed marker: paprika 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.

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