Stonemill,Aldi

Medium curry powder

Barcode 4088600132068

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Yes — Medium curry powder is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes maltodextrin, an industrially extracted refined carbohydrate used as a bulking agent and sweetener, which falls under NOVA’s ultra-processed category.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

coriander seeds (27%)
OK

salt

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

maltodextrin

A white powder made from starch that has been partially hydrolyzed; used as a thickener or filler and widely used as a food additive.
OK

turmeric powder

A bright-orange, finely ground spice from the rhizome of Curcuma longa, used for color and flavor in many cuisines; commonly used in curry blends and as a seasoning.
OK

ginger powder (7%)
OK

cumin (6%)
OK

fenugreek
OK

mustard flour

Ground mustard seeds used as a spice or condiment; a basic, natural ingredient derived from mustard seeds.
OK

garlic powder

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

allspice

A dried berry spice with warm, clove-like flavor often used in spice blends, marinades, and baked goods.
OK

cayenne pepper

Dried and ground hot chili pepper (Capsicum annuum) known for its fiery heat, used to add pungency and warmth to dishes.
OK

black pepper

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

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Common questions about Medium curry powder

Is Medium curry powder ultra-processed?

Yes — Medium curry powder by Stonemill,Aldi is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes maltodextrin, an industrially extracted refined carbohydrate used as a bulking agent and sweetener, which falls under NOVA’s ultra-processed category.

Which ingredients in Medium curry powder are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Medium curry powder as an ultra-processed marker: maltodextrin. 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.