Lee Kum Kee

Kung Pao Chicken Stir-fry Sauce

Barcode 078895148299

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Yes — Kung Pao Chicken Stir-fry Sauce is ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid. This product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains modified corn starch (amidon modifié de maïs), which is an industrially processed additive used as a thickener/stabilizer and therefore falls under NOVA ultra-processed foods.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

piments salés (piments, sel)
OK

sugar

A basic, single-ingredient sweetener derived from sugarcane or sugar beet.
OK

water

A clear, tasteless liquid essential for life; widely used as a primary cooking and beverage ingredient.
OK

pâte de soja fermenté (eau, sel, soja, faeine de blé)
OK

dehydrated garlic
OK

salt

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

vinaigre de riz
OK

amidon modifié de mais
OK

pâte de graines de sësame
OK

spices

A broad category of flavorful plant-derived substances used to season food; can include dried and ground aromatic seeds, bark, or fruits.

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Common questions about Kung Pao Chicken Stir-fry Sauce

Is Kung Pao Chicken Stir-fry Sauce ultra-processed?

Yes — Kung Pao Chicken Stir-fry Sauce by Lee Kum Kee is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid. This product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains modified corn starch (amidon modifié de maïs), which is an industrially processed additive used as a thickener/stabilizer and therefore falls under NOVA ultra-processed foods.

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.