Trader Joe's

Caramelised Red Onion Chutney

Barcode 00737111

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No — Caramelised Red Onion Chutney is not ultra-processed.

The ingredient list contains onions, vinegars, sugar, butter, spices, salt, pectin, and vegetable/garlic/paprika preparations. These are all basic or minimally processed culinary ingredients. Pectin is a traditional gelling agent and acceptable additive. There are no industrial sweeteners, flavor enhancers, emulsifiers, industrial extracts, or refined syrups that would classify this as ultra-processed under NOVA.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

caramelized red and white onions of british origin inside (29%), red onions (44%), white onions, sugar, butter (milk), sugar, brown sugar, barley malt vinegar (14%)

A prepared onion-based ingredient featuring caramelized onions with mixed onion types, sugars, and butter, plus barley malt vinegar.
OK

white onions of british origin

White onions sourced from Britain used as a basic onion ingredient in dishes or preparations.
OK

balsamic vinegar

A dark, tangy vinegar traditionally made from grape must and aging in wooden barrels; used for dressings, marinades, and finishing.
OK

dehydrated onions

Onions that have been dried for preservation and use as a flavoring or ingredient.
OK

garlic puree

Ground or mashed garlic resulting in a soft paste used as a flavoring base in many dishes.
OK

salt

A mineral compound used as a seasoning and preservative; is a fundamental food ingredient.
UPF

gelling agent: pectin

Pectin used as a natural thickening/gelling agent in jams, jellies, and savory gels.
OK

dehydrated red peppers

Dried red bell peppers used in spice blends, sauces, or as a flavoring ingredient.
OK

red pepper purée

Blended red peppers into a smooth paste, used as a heat and color contributor in dishes.
OK

oregano

A dried herb with warm, aromatic leaves used to season Mediterranean dishes and pizza.
OK

ground cayenne pepper

A finely ground hot chili pepper used to add heat and spicy flavor in many cuisines.
OK

ground cumin

A warm, earthy spice ground from cumin seeds, commonly used in chili, curry, and Middle Eastern dishes.
OK

chili powder
OK

dehydrated oregano
OK

dehydrated garlic

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Common questions about Caramelised Red Onion Chutney

Is Caramelised Red Onion Chutney ultra-processed?

No — Caramelised Red Onion Chutney by Trader Joe's is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list contains onions, vinegars, sugar, butter, spices, salt, pectin, and vegetable/garlic/paprika preparations. These are all basic or minimally processed culinary ingredients. Pectin is a traditional gelling agent and acceptable additive. There are no industrial sweeteners, flavor enhancers, emulsifiers, industrial extracts, or refined syrups that would classify this as ultra-processed under NOVA.

Which ingredients in Caramelised Red Onion Chutney are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Caramelised Red Onion Chutney as an ultra-processed marker: gelling agent: pectin. 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.