ALDI

Naked Chicken Katsu Curry with Brown Rice

Barcode 4061463347497

Yes — Naked Chicken Katsu Curry with Brown Rice is ultra-processed.

The product contains modified maize starch, which is an industrially processed additive. Under the given rules, any presence of this ingredient makes the product ultra-processed (UPF). It also contains other markers of industrial processing such as preservative potassium sorbate in soy sauce, but modified maize starch alone is sufficient to classify it as UPF.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

cooked brown rice

Cooked brown rice, likely prepared by boiling brown rice with water; a basic grain-based ingredient.
OK

water

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

broccoli

Fresh broccoli florets, a vegetable ingredient.
OK

cooked chicken strips

Cooked chicken strips made from chicken breast with maize starch, a processed poultry product.
OK

spinach

Leafy green vegetable commonly used as a fresh or cooked ingredient.
OK

edamame beans

Young soybeans (edamame) typically sold fresh or frozen and used as a vegetable/legume ingredient; minimal processing.
OK

carrot

A root vegetable used widely in cooking for sweetness, texture, and color.
OK

onion

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

garlic purée

Pureed garlic, often used as a flavoring base.
OK

pumpkin seeds

Edible seeds of pumpkins, rich in healthy fats, protein, and minerals; commonly used roasted or as a topping or ingredient in baking.
OK

ginger purée

A smooth paste made from ginger, used to impart ginger flavor in sauces and dishes.
OK

chicory root fibre

Dietary fibre derived from chicory roots (inulin or inulin-like fibre).
UPF

soy sauce

Fermented or brewed sauce made from soybeans, wheat, water and salt; often contains preservatives and flavoring compounds.
OK

honey

A natural sweet viscous liquid produced by bees from floral nectar; widely used as a sweetener in foods.
UPF

chicken stock

Liquid or powder seasoning made from chicken and flavoring ingredients; used as a base for soups and sauces.
OK

rapeseed oil

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

turmeric (ground)

A common spice made by grinding the orange-yellow rhizomes of the turmeric plant (Curcuma longa). It has a warm, bitter, peppery flavor and is widely used in curry powders and mustard blends. Turmeric is known for its vibrant color due to curcumin.
UPF

modified maize starch

A processed starch, often used as a thickener or binding agent in foods; may be treated to modify properties.
OK

desiccated coconut

Finely shredded dried coconut meat with a mild, sweet coconut flavor commonly used in baking and confectionery.
OK

rice vinegar

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

mustard powder

Ground mustard seeds, used as a spice and flavoring.
OK

onion powder

Dried and ground onion used as a seasoning to impart onion flavor.
OK

garlic powder

Dried, ground garlic used as a convenient, concentrated form of garlic flavoring in cooking.
OK

ground cumin

A spice made from dried, ground seeds of Cuminum cyminum. Warm, earthy, slightly citrusy flavor commonly used in Indian, Middle Eastern, and Mexican cuisines.
OK

ground ginger

Powdered ginger root used as a spice and flavoring.
OK

fenugreek powder

A ground spice made from dried seeds of the fenugreek plant (Trigonella foenum-graecum). Common in Indian and Middle Eastern cuisines; used as a spice or supplement. It is a simple, single-ingredient food product.
OK

ground fennel

Finely ground fennel seeds, a common spice used for flavoring and digestive aid.
OK

salt

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

ground black pepper

A fine powder made by grinding peppercorns (Piper nigrum); a common, pungent spice used to season savory dishes.

Common questions about Naked Chicken Katsu Curry with Brown Rice

Is Naked Chicken Katsu Curry with Brown Rice ultra-processed?

Yes — Naked Chicken Katsu Curry with Brown Rice by ALDI is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product contains modified maize starch, which is an industrially processed additive. Under the given rules, any presence of this ingredient makes the product ultra-processed (UPF). It also contains other markers of industrial processing such as preservative potassium sorbate in soy sauce, but modified maize starch alone is sufficient to classify it as UPF.

Which ingredients in Naked Chicken Katsu Curry with Brown Rice are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Naked Chicken Katsu Curry with Brown Rice as ultra-processed markers: soy sauce, chicken stock, modified maize starch. 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?

Scan any barcode — or photograph the ingredients label — with the free Nomi app for iOS and Android. You'll get an instant ultra-processed verdict with every ingredient explained in plain English.

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.