Freshona

Mexican Style Stir Fry Veg Mix

Barcode 20068196

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Yes — Mexican Style Stir Fry Veg Mix is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains palm oil, which is a highly refined industrial oil considered UPF under these rules. Other ingredients are mostly whole or minimally processed foods, but the presence of palm oil is sufficient to classify the overall product as UPF.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

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28% peppers (red)
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orange
OK

20% green beans
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onion

A common bulb vegetable used as a base flavor in many cuisines. Crisp, pungent, sweet when cooked.
OK

13% sweetcorn
OK

13% cooked kidney beans (water, kidney beans)
OK

vegetable fats (palm, coconut)
OK

tomato purée

A tomato-based concentrate obtained by cooking down tomatoes, commonly used as a base or seasoning in dishes.
OK

salt

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

vegetable oils (rapeseed, sunflower)

A blend of vegetable oils derived from rapeseed and sunflower seeds, commonly used for cooking and frying.
OK

spices

diverse plant extracts used to flavor foods; can refer to a mix of single or blended seasonings.
OK

sugar

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

garlic

A bulbous aromatic spice used to impart savory flavor in cooking; can be used fresh, sautéed, roasted, or in powder form.
OK

lactose (milk)

A disaccharide derived from lactose in milk, commonly used as a dairy-derived additive or ingredient.
OK

vegetable stock (carrots, onions, leek, salt, water, extra virgin olive oil)
OK

chillies

Dried or fresh peppers from Capsicum species, used to add heat and flavor to foods.
OK

spirit vinegar

A clear, distilled vinegar typically made from fermented alcohol (ethanol) and used for pickling, flavoring, and preservation.
OK

vegetable powder (onion, leek)
OK

herbs

A general category of culinary herbs (fresh or dried leaves) used to flavor dishes.

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Common questions about Mexican Style Stir Fry Veg Mix

Is Mexican Style Stir Fry Veg Mix ultra-processed?

Yes — Mexican Style Stir Fry Veg Mix by Freshona is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains palm oil, which is a highly refined industrial oil considered UPF under these rules. Other ingredients are mostly whole or minimally processed foods, but the presence of palm oil is sufficient to classify the overall product as UPF.

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.