Sainsbury's

Thai inspired red curry

Barcode 01850277

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No — Thai inspired red curry is not ultra-processed.

Contains mostly whole and culinary ingredients (water, herbs, spices, vegetables, sugar, rapeseed oil, fish sauce). Uses common acidity regulators (acetic acid, citric acid) and a natural colour (paprika extract), which are permitted and do not alone make the product ultra-processed according to the given rules. No industrial sweeteners, flavourings, emulsifiers, or industrial sugar syrups are listed.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

water

Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
OK

lemongrass (6%)
OK

garlic purée

Pureed garlic, often used as a flavoring base.
OK

red chilli paste (4.5%) (red chilli, salt, acidity regulator: acetic acid)
OK

onion (3.5%)
OK

modified maize starch tomato paste
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

galangal
OK

lime leaf
OK

red chilli flakes (2%)
OK

fish sauce (anchovy (encrasicholina heteroloba) (fish), salt, sugar)
OK

thai basil
OK

coriander leaf

Coriander leaves (cilantro) from the Coriandrum sativum plant, used fresh or dried for aroma and garnish.
OK

concentrated lime juice

A concentrated form of juice pressed from limes, usually used as a souring agent and flavoring in beverages and recipes.
OK

coriander powder

Ground coriander seeds, a warm, citrusy spice used worldwide in curry blends and seasoning.
OK

cumin powder

Ground seeds of Cuminum cyminum, a warm, earthy spice used in various cuisines.
OK

colour: paprika extract: acidity regulator: citric acid; cardamom powder

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Common questions about Thai inspired red curry

Is Thai inspired red curry ultra-processed?

No — Thai inspired red curry by Sainsbury's is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). Contains mostly whole and culinary ingredients (water, herbs, spices, vegetables, sugar, rapeseed oil, fish sauce). Uses common acidity regulators (acetic acid, citric acid) and a natural colour (paprika extract), which are permitted and do not alone make the product ultra-processed according to the given rules. No industrial sweeteners, flavourings, emulsifiers, or industrial sugar syrups are listed.

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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