Bilash, Aldi

KORMA Mild & Creamy

Barcode 4088600161907

Scanned 7 times by Nomi users

Yes — KORMA Mild & Creamy is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains modified maize starch, an industrially processed thickener. Other ingredients such as lactic acid (acidulant) are also industrial additives, but the presence of modified maize starch alone is sufficient to classify this as UPF under the given criteria.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

water

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

single cream (5%) (milk)
OK

sugar

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

desiccated coconut (4%)
OK

creamed coconut (4%)
UPF

modified maize starch

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

rapeseed oil

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

double cream (2,5%) (milk)
OK

concentrated tomato purée

A thick tomato paste product used to provide tomato flavor and color; a common ingredient in sauces.
OK

ground spices (1%) (cumin, fennel, coriander, turmeric, star anise, cardamom)
OK

dried onion

Dried form of the onion bulb, used as a seasoning; flavor-concentrated and shelf-stable.
OK

ginger purée

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

salt

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

garlic purée

Pureed garlic, often used as a flavoring base.
OK

lactic acid

A food-grade acidulant used to adjust acidity in foods; produced through fermentation or chemical synthesis.
OK

lemon juice concentrate

Lemon juice that has been concentrated by removing water; used as a souring agent or flavoring in foods.
OK

coriander leaf

Coriander leaves (cilantro) from the Coriandrum sativum plant, used fresh or dried for aroma and garnish.

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Common questions about KORMA Mild & Creamy

Is KORMA Mild & Creamy ultra-processed?

Yes — KORMA Mild & Creamy by Bilash, Aldi is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains modified maize starch, an industrially processed thickener. Other ingredients such as lactic acid (acidulant) are also industrial additives, but the presence of modified maize starch alone is sufficient to classify this as UPF under the given criteria.

Which ingredients in KORMA Mild & Creamy are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in KORMA Mild & Creamy as an ultra-processed marker: 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?

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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.