Yes — Khao soi coconut curry kit is ultra-processed.
The product is classified as ultra-processed because the curry sauce contains the additive 'emulsifier: modified corn starch', which is an industrially processed stabilizer/thickener. According to the NOVA guidance, the presence of such emulsifiers or modified starches is sufficient to make the overall product UPF.
Other ready meals Nomi has checked — these ones aren't ultra-processed.
Leek, Potato & West Country Cheddar
Tesco
Not UPF
Reduced Fat Coleslaw
M&S
Not UPF
Fresh & herby wheat berries lentils & green vegetables
Waitrose
Not UPF
Semi-dried tomato pizza
Deluxe,Lidl
Not UPF
Classic Margherita Stonebaked
Tesco
Not UPF
mixed bean salad
Morrisons
Not UPF
Chunky chips
Waitrose
Not UPF
Greek inspired whipped fetta salad
Sainsbury's taste the difference
Not UPF
Pizza
Tesco
Not UPF
Yes — Khao soi coconut curry kit is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because the curry sauce contains the additive 'emulsifier: modified corn starch', which is an industrially processed stabilizer/thickener. According to the NOVA guidance, the presence of such emulsifiers or modified starches is sufficient to make the overall product UPF.
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.
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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.