Lidl

Chicken Tikka Samosa

Barcode 4056489895008

Scanned 6 times by Nomi users

Yes — Chicken Tikka Samosa is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains textured soya protein, which is a pre-identified UPF ingredient, and yeast extract powder (a flavor enhancer) in the vegetable bouillon. These are industrially processed ingredients/additives that place the product in the ultra-processed category under NOVA.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

s pastry (wheat flour [wheat flour, calcium carbonate, iron, niacin, thiamin], water)
OK

rapeseed oil

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

salt

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

16% chicken
OK

onion

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

15% peas
UPF

textured soy protein (tvp)

Processed soy protein product formed into texturized granules or chunks, used as a meat substitute.
OK

water

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

tikka seasoning (salt, sugar, coriander leaf, vegetable bouillon [yeast extract powder, garlic powder, onion powder], coriander, chilli powder, cumin, ginger, garlic powder, paprika, cumin seeds, cassia, cardamom, fennel, clove, turmeric, coriander leaf oil)
OK

lemon juice

The clear, acidic juice extracted from lemons, used for brightness and acidity in foods and drinks.
OK

sugar

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

cumin seeds

Dried seeds of the cumin plant, used as a spice with warm, earthy notes.
OK

chilli powder

Ground dried chili peppers used as a spice to add heat and flavor in dishes. It is a basic single-ingredient spice.

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Common questions about Chicken Tikka Samosa

Is Chicken Tikka Samosa ultra-processed?

Yes — Chicken Tikka Samosa by Lidl is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains textured soya protein, which is a pre-identified UPF ingredient, and yeast extract powder (a flavor enhancer) in the vegetable bouillon. These are industrially processed ingredients/additives that place the product in the ultra-processed category under NOVA.

Which ingredients in Chicken Tikka Samosa are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Chicken Tikka Samosa as an ultra-processed marker: textured soy protein (tvp). See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

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.