Lidl

Harissa paste

Barcode 4056489895701

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Yes — Harissa paste is ultra-processed.

The product is ultra-processed because the ingredient list contains paprika extract, which is an industrially processed extract used as a color/flavor ingredient and is treated as an ultra-processed additive in the NOVA system. Additionally, it contains lemon juice from concentrate, another industrially processed ingredient.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

harissa sea sning paste with red pepper and chilli cumin
OK

corder
OK

caraway seed

Dried seeds of Carum carvi, used as a spice or seasoning.
OK

black pepper

A common spice made from dried peppercorns of the Piper nigrum plant, used to add pungent heat and aroma to dishes.
OK

garlic

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

onion

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

spar
OK

tomato paste

Concentrated tomato juice cooked down to a thick, concentrated concentrate used as a base or flavoring in sauces and dishes.
OK

salt

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

lemon juice from concentrate

Lemon juice that has been concentrated and often reconstituted for liquid use in cooking and beverages.
OK

1% red chillies
UPF

paprika extract

Concentrated flavor ingredient derived from paprika (capsicum) used to impart paprika flavor without the physical pepper pieces.
OK

chillies powder

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Common questions about Harissa paste

Is Harissa paste ultra-processed?

Yes — Harissa paste by Lidl is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is ultra-processed because the ingredient list contains paprika extract, which is an industrially processed extract used as a color/flavor ingredient and is treated as an ultra-processed additive in the NOVA system. Additionally, it contains lemon juice from concentrate, another industrially processed ingredient.

Which ingredients in Harissa paste are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Harissa paste as an ultra-processed marker: paprika extract. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Harissa paste?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Biona Harissa Chilli Relish by Biona. See the healthier alternatives above for details.

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.