Cashew Cream Sauce

Barcode 3948662024583

Yes — Cashew Cream Sauce is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains refined oil, which is a highly processed industrial oil, making the overall product UPF under the given rules.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

cashew nut

Dried or roasted seed of the cashew tree, commonly eaten as a snack or used in cooking.
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onion

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

skim milk powder

A dried, finely milled form of milk with fat removed; a common dairy base used for flavor, texture, and protein in products.
OK

iodised salt

Table salt fortified with iodine to prevent iodine deficiency; used as a seasoning and preservative across foods.
OK

garlic

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

chili pepper

A small, hot fruit of the Capsicum plant used to add heat and flavor to dishes.
OK

tomato powder

Powdered tomato used as a flavoring or ingredient, a minimally processed dried tomato product.
OK

corn starch

A refined starch extracted from corn, used as a thickening agent in foods.
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coriander (cilantro seeds)

Dried seeds of the coriander plant (Coriandrum sativum). Warm, citrusy flavor used ground or as whole seeds in spice blends and curries.
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ginger powder

Ground dried ginger root, a common spice and flavoring. Not UPF as a basic spice/ingredient.
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cream

A dairy product consisting of the high-fat layer skimmed from milk; commonly used as a ingredient to add richness and fat to dishes.
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mace

The lacy aril (red covering) of the nutmeg seed, dried and ground for a warm, aromatic, spicy flavor.
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cinnamon

A sweet-spicy bark spice with warm, woody notes often used in baking and savory dishes.
OK

cassia bark

A spice derived from the bark of the cassia tree, used similarly to cinnamon to add warm, sweet-spicy notes to foods.
OK

black cardamom

A large, smoky, and pungent spice used in Indian, Middle Eastern, and Southeast Asian cuisines. The pods are black, with a strong aroma and flavor that becomes more pronounced when roasted.
OK

star anise

A dried fruit of Illicium verum, used whole or ground as a spice and flavoring.
OK

black cardamom

A large, smoky spice from the Zingiberaceae family, used whole or ground in curries, stews, and spice blends. It has a distinctive deep, resinous aroma and warm, smoky flavor.
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

white pepper

A spice ground from ripe peppercorns with the outer husk removed, used to impart mild heat and aroma to dishes.
OK

caraway

A spice derived from the seeds of Carum carvi, with a warm, sweet, anise-like flavor used in breads, curries, and pickles.
OK

refined oil

A basic culinary oil that has undergone refining to remove impurities; commonly used as a neutral cooking fat in a wide range of dishes.

Common questions about Cashew Cream Sauce

Is Cashew Cream Sauce ultra-processed?

Yes — Cashew Cream Sauce is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains refined oil, which is a highly processed industrial oil, making the overall product UPF under the given rules.

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.