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Garlic Prawn Dish

Barcode 29472383
Not Ultra-Processed

No — Garlic Prawn Dish is not ultra-processed.

This appears to be a minimally processed prawn dish cooked with culinary ingredients like prawns, vegetable oils, herbs, spices, lemon juice, and salt. It contains no industrial additives, refined syrups, artificial sweeteners, flavor enhancers, or emulsifiers, so it is not classified as ultra-processed according to NOVA.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers
  • OK
    king prawns (crustacean) (46%)
  • OK
    rapeseed oil
    A basic culinary oil pressed from rapeseeds (Brassica napus). Used for frying, baking, and dressings. Neutral flavor.
  • OK
    garlic (12%)
  • OK
    extra virgin olive oil
    A high-quality, cold-pressed olive oil pressed from olives, used as a cooking oil and dressing; basic culinary ingredient.
  • OK
    parsley
    A fresh green herb used to flavor and garnish dishes; commonly added chopped leaves.
  • OK
    lemon juice
    The clear, acidic juice extracted from lemons, used for brightness and acidity in foods and drinks.
  • OK
    salt
    Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
  • OK
    dried red peppers
    Dried peppers used as a spice or ingredient to add flavor and color. They are dehydrated vegetables.
  • OK
    smoked paprika
    A spice made from dried, smoked, and ground red peppers (pimentón). Rich, sweet-smoky flavor with mild heat used in numerous cuisines including Spanish dishes.
  • OK
    ground paprika
    A ground spice made from dried peppers, used for color and flavor.
  • OK
    dried red chilli flakes

Common questions about Garlic Prawn Dish

Is Garlic Prawn Dish ultra-processed?

No — Garlic Prawn Dish is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). This appears to be a minimally processed prawn dish cooked with culinary ingredients like prawns, vegetable oils, herbs, spices, lemon juice, and salt. It contains no industrial additives, refined syrups, artificial sweeteners, flavor enhancers, or emulsifiers, so it is not classified as ultra-processed according to NOVA.

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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