Peanut Curry Sauce

Barcode 094444437270

Yes — Peanut Curry Sauce is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains several industrial additives and processing aids, including acidity regulator (citric acid), preservative (potassium sorbate), and xanthan gum, which place it in the NOVA ultra-processed category.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

peanut cream (20%) (peanuts)
OK

coconut extract (water)
OK

sugar

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

spices (coriander, ginger, garlic, chilli)
OK

citric acid

A natural organic acid used to balance acidity and preserve foods; a common food additive.
OK

rice flour

A finely milled flour from milled rice, commonly used as a gluten-free thickener or flour substitute in baking and cooking.
OK

salt

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

potassium sorbate

Potassium sorbate is a widely used food preservative that inhibits the growth of molds, yeast, and some bacteria to extend shelf life.
OK

ground peanuts
OK

curry powder
UPF

xanthan gum

A microbial polysaccharide used as a thickener and stabilizer; widely used food additive.

Common questions about Peanut Curry Sauce

Is Peanut Curry Sauce ultra-processed?

Yes — Peanut Curry Sauce is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains several industrial additives and processing aids, including acidity regulator (citric acid), preservative (potassium sorbate), and xanthan gum, which place it in the NOVA ultra-processed category.

Which ingredients in Peanut Curry Sauce are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Peanut Curry Sauce as ultra-processed markers: potassium sorbate, xanthan gum. 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?

Scan any barcode — or photograph the ingredients label — with the free Nomi app for iOS and Android. You'll get an instant ultra-processed verdict with every ingredient explained in plain English.

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.