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Yes — Korma Cooking Sauce is ultra-processed.
The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains modified maize starch, which is an industrially processed ingredient used as a thickener. According to the given rules, any product containing modified maize starch or similar industrial additives is UPF. Other ingredients like sugar, dairy, spices, and vegetable ingredients do not change this classification.
Other sauces, condiments & spreads Nomi has checked — these ones aren't ultra-processed.
Classic Houmous
Sainsbury's
Not UPF
Italian Tomato Passata
Tesco
Not UPF
Kikkoman Soyasaus glutenfrei
KIKKOMAN
Not UPF
Duchy Organic Mayonnaise
Waitrose & Partners
Not UPF
SMOOTH ALMOND BUTTER
pip & nut
Not UPF
Smooth Peanut Butter No Added Palm Oil
The Foodie Market
Not UPF
Balsamic Vinegar of Modena
Tesco
Not UPF
Chef Ketchup
Heinz
Not UPF
Spreadable Lighter
Nordpak
Not UPF
Avocado & Lemon Mayo
The Foraging Fox
Not UPF
Yes — Korma Cooking Sauce by Taste of India,Lidl is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains modified maize starch, which is an industrially processed ingredient used as a thickener. According to the given rules, any product containing modified maize starch or similar industrial additives is UPF. Other ingredients like sugar, dairy, spices, and vegetable ingredients do not change this classification.
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.
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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.