M&S Eat Well

Peanut pad thai noodles

Barcode 00943420

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No — Peanut pad thai noodles is not ultra-processed.

The product contains basic culinary ingredients only: rice noodles, rice flour, peanuts, sugar, vegetable oil, spices, purées, vinegar, and cornflour. There are no industrial formulations or additives such as emulsifiers, thickeners, isolated industrial sugars (like glucose syrup or maltodextrin), flavor enhancers, artificial sweeteners, or colorings. Therefore, according to the given NOVA guidance, this product is not ultra-processed.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

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cooked rice noodles (81%) (water )
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rice flour

A finely milled flour from milled rice, commonly used as a gluten-free thickener or flour substitute in baking and cooking.
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peanuts (3.5%)
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sugar

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

A smooth paste made from ginger, used to impart ginger flavor in sauces and dishes.
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vegetable oil

A basic culinary oil extracted from various plant sources used for cooking and frying.
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. (sunflower/rapeseed)
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lime juice

Juice extracted from limes; a basic culinary ingredient used for acidity and flavor.
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anchovy extract (fish)
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garlic purée

Pureed garlic, often used as a flavoring base.
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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.
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salt

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

The outer colored skin of a lime, grated or peeled to release aromatic oils and citrus flavor.
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white wine vinegar

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

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

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Common questions about Peanut pad thai noodles

Is Peanut pad thai noodles ultra-processed?

No — Peanut pad thai noodles by M&S Eat Well is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product contains basic culinary ingredients only: rice noodles, rice flour, peanuts, sugar, vegetable oil, spices, purées, vinegar, and cornflour. There are no industrial formulations or additives such as emulsifiers, thickeners, isolated industrial sugars (like glucose syrup or maltodextrin), flavor enhancers, artificial sweeteners, or colorings. Therefore, according to the given NOVA guidance, this product is not ultra-processed.

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.