M&S Collection

Jeweled Pilau Rice

Barcode 29235087

No — Jeweled Pilau Rice is not ultra-processed.

Not UPF because the ingredients are basic foods (rice, vegetables, oil, butter, spices, sugar, salt) without industrial additives, refined syrups, emulsifiers, artificial sweeteners, or flavorings.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

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cooked basmati rice (78%) (water)
OK

basmati rice
OK

onions (14%)
OK

rapeseed oil

A basic culinary oil pressed from rapeseeds (Brassica napus). Used for frying, baking, and dressings. Neutral flavor.
OK

unsalted butter (milk)

Dairy fat produced from milk with no added salt; common cooking fat in many cuisines.
OK

sweetened dried cranberries (sugar, cranberries)
OK

salt

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

garlic puree

A simple mashed garlic cloves, sometimes with a small amount of oil or salt; used as a flavoring or base ingredient.
OK

ginger puree

Pureed ginger, a single-ingredient flavoring derived from fresh ginger.
OK

wheat flour

Ground wheat used as a basic baking/ cooking staple. A single-ingredient cereal product.
OK

cumin seeds

Flat, boat-shaped seeds from the cumin plant, offering a warm, earthy, citrusy aroma used in spice blends and cooking.
OK

ground fennel seeds

Finely ground seeds of fennel with a warm, sweet-anise aroma.
OK

whole green cardamom
OK

ground coriander

A spice ground from the dried seeds of Coriandrum sativum. Bright, citrusy, warm flavor widely used in spice blends and curries.
OK

ground cumin

A spice made from dried, ground seeds of Cuminum cyminum. Warm, earthy, slightly citrusy flavor commonly used in Indian, Middle Eastern, and Mexican cuisines.
OK

ground cinnamon

A spice derived from the inner bark of Cinnamomum trees, ground into fine powder for flavoring and aroma in foods.
OK

roasted green cardamom
OK

turmeric

A bright orange-yellow root commonly used as a spice and for its active compound curcumin, with warm, earthy, slightly peppery flavor.
OK

ground cloves

Ground cloves are the finely milled powder of the dried flower buds of the clove tree. They are a common spice used in both sweet and savory dishes, offering warm, aromatic, and slightly bitter notes.
OK

roasted coriander

Dried coriander seeds that have been roasted to enhance aroma and flavor.
OK

roasted cumin

A spice derived from the cumin seeds that have been roasted to develop a deeper, nutty aroma and flavor.
OK

saffron

A highly prized spice derived from the dried stigmas of the Crocus sativus flower. It has a distinctive pale-yellow to orange color and a delicate floral aroma and flavor, used in small quantities.

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Common questions about Jeweled Pilau Rice

Is Jeweled Pilau Rice ultra-processed?

No — Jeweled Pilau Rice by M&S Collection is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). Not UPF because the ingredients are basic foods (rice, vegetables, oil, butter, spices, sugar, salt) without industrial additives, refined syrups, emulsifiers, artificial sweeteners, or flavorings.

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.