Four Seasons

Salt and Pepper Fries

Barcode 4088600396682

Yes — Salt and Pepper Fries is ultra-processed.

Not a great choice for everyday.

This product is ultra-processed because it contains several industrially processed additives and ingredients: modified potato starch, potato dextrin, maltodextrin, paprika extract, and xanthan gum (listed as a thickener). These ingredients are characteristic of industrial formulations and contribute to the UPF classification. The fries also contain added oil, flour, seasonings, raising agents, and colouring, but the listed industrial ingredients are the decisive factors.

Ingredients

5 ultra-processed markers

OK

potato (89%)
OK

sunflower oil (4%)
UPF

modified potato starch

Starch derived from potatoes that has been chemically or physically modified for functional properties in processed foods.
OK

rice flour

A finely milled flour from milled rice, commonly used as a gluten-free thickener or flour substitute in baking and cooking.
OK

salt

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

black pepper

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

potato dextrin

A carbohydrate derived from potato starch through hydrolysis, yielding a soluble dextrin used as a thickener or binding agent.
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

onion powder

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

parsley

A fresh green herb used to flavor and garnish dishes; commonly added chopped leaves.
OK

disodium diphosphate

A chemical leavening agent used in baking; typically combined with other raising agents.
OK

sodium carbonate

Inorganic salt used as a leavening agent or acidity regulator; a basic culinary ingredient.
OK

colours: turmeric extract
UPF

paprika extract

Concentrated flavor ingredient derived from paprika (capsicum) used to impart paprika flavor without the physical pepper pieces.
UPF

xanthan gum

A polysaccharide used as a thickening and stabilizing food additive produced by bacterial fermentation; widely used in sauces, dressings, and gluten-free products.
OK

dietary advice: suitable for vegans
OK

800ge warning to avoid danger of suffocation
OK

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Common questions about Salt and Pepper Fries

Is Salt and Pepper Fries ultra-processed?

Yes — Salt and Pepper Fries by Four Seasons is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This product is ultra-processed because it contains several industrially processed additives and ingredients: modified potato starch, potato dextrin, maltodextrin, paprika extract, and xanthan gum (listed as a thickener). These ingredients are characteristic of industrial formulations and contribute to the UPF classification. The fries also contain added oil, flour, seasonings, raising agents, and colouring, but the listed industrial ingredients are the decisive factors.

Which ingredients in Salt and Pepper Fries are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 5 ingredients in Salt and Pepper Fries as ultra-processed markers: modified potato starch, potato dextrin, maltodextrin, paprika extract, xanthan gum. 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.