Aldi,Quixo

Onion Gravy Granules

Barcode 4088600227375

Scanned 18 times by Nomi users

Yes — Onion Gravy Granules is ultra-processed.

The product contains multiple ultra-processed ingredients/additives including palm oil, flavouring (contains soya), colour: ammonia caramel, flavour enhancer: monosodium glutamate, and emulsifier: lecithins (soya). These industrial formulations and additives make the product ultra-processed according to the NOVA classification.

Ingredients

5 ultra-processed markers

OK

potato starch

A basic, finely ground starch derived from potatoes; used as a thickener and binder in foods.
UPF

palm oil

A widely used edible oil pressed from the fruit of oil palms; a basic culinary oil but highly processed in many commercial products.
OK

salt

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

dried onion

Dried form of onion used for seasoning; common in soups, sauces and mixes.
OK

wheat flour

Milled wheat flour, typically fortified with minerals and vitamins (calcium carbonate, iron, niacin, thiamin).
UPF

flavouring

Flavoring agent (may be natural or artificial); may contain soy as an allergen.
UPF

ammonia caramel color

A synthetic caramel color produced by reaction of sugar with ammonia; used as a color additive.
UPF

monosodium glutamate (msg)

A flavor enhancer produced commercially, commonly used to intensify savory umami flavors.
UPF

lecithin (soy)

Soy lecithin is a refined emulsifier extracted from soybeans, used to improve texture and mix ingredients. It is an extracted additive.
OK

onion oil

Oil infused with onion flavor, used to impart onion aroma and taste; typically a processed flavoring or finishing oil.

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Common questions about Onion Gravy Granules

Is Onion Gravy Granules ultra-processed?

Yes — Onion Gravy Granules by Aldi,Quixo is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product contains multiple ultra-processed ingredients/additives including palm oil, flavouring (contains soya), colour: ammonia caramel, flavour enhancer: monosodium glutamate, and emulsifier: lecithins (soya). These industrial formulations and additives make the product ultra-processed according to the NOVA classification.

Which ingredients in Onion Gravy Granules are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 5 ingredients in Onion Gravy Granules as ultra-processed markers: palm oil, flavouring, ammonia caramel color, monosodium glutamate (msg), lecithin (soy). 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.