Lidl

Thai Green Curry Paste

Barcode 4056489896043

Scanned 19 times by Nomi users

Yes — Thai Green Curry Paste is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as UPF because it contains yeast extract, which is a pre-identified ultra-processed ingredient under the NOVA classification, as well as other extracted additives such as lactic acid (acidity regulator).

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

water

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

garlic

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

sugar

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

7% lemongrass
OK

rapeseed oil

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

onion

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

galangal
OK

5% green chilli
OK

3% lime leaf
OK

cornflour

Ground corn starch used as a thickening agent in cooking and baking.
OK

salt

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

thai basil
OK

0.56% coriander leaf
UPF

yeast extract

A flavor-enhancing extract produced from yeast cells, rich in amino acids and natural glutamates, commonly used to augment savory flavors.
OK

ground coriander

A spice ground from the dried seeds of Coriandrum sativum. Bright, citrusy, warm flavor widely used in spice blends and curries.
OK

acidity regulator: lactic acid; spirulina concentrate
OK

safflower concentrate
OK

turmeric

A bright orange-yellow root commonly used as a spice and for its active compound curcumin, with warm, earthy, slightly peppery flavor.

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Common questions about Thai Green Curry Paste

Is Thai Green Curry Paste ultra-processed?

Yes — Thai Green Curry Paste by Lidl is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as UPF because it contains yeast extract, which is a pre-identified ultra-processed ingredient under the NOVA classification, as well as other extracted additives such as lactic acid (acidity regulator).

Which ingredients in Thai Green Curry Paste are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Thai Green Curry Paste as an ultra-processed marker: yeast extract. 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.