Spicy Pickled Slaw

Barcode 29503810

No — Spicy Pickled Slaw is not ultra-processed.

This product is mainly composed of fresh vegetables (carrots, cabbages, onions, chillies, chives), water, rice vinegar, sugar, and salt. These are basic culinary ingredients without industrial additives such as emulsifiers, artificial sweeteners, flavor enhancers, or industrially processed syrups. Sugar is treated as a basic single-ingredient food here, and rice vinegar is a traditional ferment. Therefore, it does not meet the NOVA criteria for an ultra-processed food.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

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carrots (17%)
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white cabbage (14%)
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water

Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
OK

pink cabbage (13%)
OK

red onion

A variety of onion with a reddish-purple skin and white flesh with a mild to medium sharp flavor; commonly used raw in salads or cooked in dishes for sweetness and aroma.
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rice vinegar

A mild vinegar made from fermented rice—used to season dishes, pickles, and dressings with a subtle sweet and tangy note.
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sugar

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

chives

A fresh herb with a mild onion-like flavor, commonly used as a seasoning or garnish.
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red chillies

Chili peppers used whole or dried to add heat and flavor to dishes.
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salt

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

Common questions about Spicy Pickled Slaw

Is Spicy Pickled Slaw ultra-processed?

No — Spicy Pickled Slaw is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). This product is mainly composed of fresh vegetables (carrots, cabbages, onions, chillies, chives), water, rice vinegar, sugar, and salt. These are basic culinary ingredients without industrial additives such as emulsifiers, artificial sweeteners, flavor enhancers, or industrially processed syrups. Sugar is treated as a basic single-ingredient food here, and rice vinegar is a traditional ferment. Therefore, it does not meet the NOVA criteria for an ultra-processed food.

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.