Tamarind Sauce

Barcode 4069365101629

Yes — Tamarind Sauce is ultra-processed.

This is a valid ingredient set for a savory-sweet sauce. It is classified as ultra-processed because it contains tamarind extract, a pre-identified UPF ingredient and an extracted industrial additive. The remaining ingredients—vinegars, molasses, granulated sugar, fish sauce, salt, garlic, cloves, onion, and chili—do not independently require a UPF classification under the stated criteria.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

barley malt vinegar

A vinegar produced by fermenting barley malt with acetic acid bacteria to create a tangy, acidic liquid used in pickling, condiments, and dressings.
OK

spirit vinegar

A clear, distilled vinegar typically made from fermented alcohol (ethanol) and used for pickling, flavoring, and preservation.
OK

molasses

A thick, dark syrup produced during sugar refining, rich in flavor and used in baking and cooking.
OK

granulated sugar

A basic, white crystalline sugar derived from sugar cane or sugar beet; a common sweetener used in baking and cooking.
OK

fish sauce (anchovy (fish))
OK

salt

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

tamarind extract

Concentrated extract derived from tamarind pulp; used for sour flavor in sauces and beverages.
OK

garlic powder

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

ground cloves

Ground cloves are the finely milled powder of the dried flower buds of the clove tree. They are a common spice used in both sweet and savory dishes, offering warm, aromatic, and slightly bitter notes.
OK

onion powder

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

Common questions about Tamarind Sauce

Is Tamarind Sauce ultra-processed?

Yes — Tamarind Sauce is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This is a valid ingredient set for a savory-sweet sauce. It is classified as ultra-processed because it contains tamarind extract, a pre-identified UPF ingredient and an extracted industrial additive. The remaining ingredients—vinegars, molasses, granulated sugar, fish sauce, salt, garlic, cloves, onion, and chili—do not independently require a UPF classification under the stated criteria.

Which ingredients in Tamarind Sauce are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Tamarind Sauce as an ultra-processed marker: tamarind 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?

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.