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Spice Infusion Cous Cous by Bramwells
Bramwells

Spice Infusion Cous Cous

Barcode 4088600513102
Scanned  16  times by Nomi users
Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Spice Infusion Cous Cous is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as UPF because it contains yeast extract (a pre-identified UPF ingredient), unspecified flavourings, and an emulsifier (lecithins). These are industrially processed additives according to NOVA, so the presence of any of them makes the whole product ultra-processed.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker
  • OK
    cous cous (86%) (durum wheat semolina)
  • OK
    vegetables (6%) (onion, carrot, tomato)
  • OK
    salt
    Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
  • OK
    rapeseed and/or sunflower oil
  • OK
    sunflower seeds
    Small, edible seeds with a mild nutty flavor, used in snacks, baking, and cooking.
  • UPF
    yeast extract
    A flavor-enhancing extract produced from yeast cells, rich in amino acids and natural glutamates, commonly used to augment savory flavors.
  • OK
    spinach powder
    Dried, milled spinach leaves used as a vegetable ingredient or natural color/flavoring in foods.
  • OK
    cumin
    A warm, earthy spice from the seeds of the Cuminum cyminum plant, common in spice blends.
  • OK
    carrot extract powder
  • OK
    flavourings (contains wheat)
  • OK
    turmeric
    A bright orange-yellow root commonly used as a spice and for its active compound curcumin, with warm, earthy, slightly peppery flavor.
  • OK
    garlic powder
    Dried, ground garlic used as a convenient, concentrated form of garlic flavoring in cooking.
  • OK
    coriander seeds
    Dried seeds of the cilantro plant (Coriandrum sativum) used whole or crushed to add warm, citrusy, spicy notes.
  • OK
    parsley
    A fresh green herb used to flavor and garnish dishes; commonly added chopped leaves.
  • 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
    paprika
    A ground spice made from dried red peppers (Capsicum species), used for color and flavor in many cuisines.
  • OK
    fenugreek seeds
    Small, crunchy seeds with a warm, slightly bitter, nutty aroma used whole or ground in spice blends and curries.
  • OK
    coriander (cilantro seeds)
    Dried seeds of the coriander plant (Coriandrum sativum). Warm, citrusy flavor used ground or as whole seeds in spice blends and curries.
  • OK
    celery seeds
    Dried seeds of the celery plant (Apium graveolens); a pungent, celery-like spice used to flavor dishes and pickles.
  • OK
    cinnamon
    A sweet-spicy bark spice with warm, woody notes often used in baking and savory dishes.
  • OK
    cloves
    Dried flower buds of the Syzygium aromaticum, with a warm, pungent, sweet-spicy flavor used whole or ground in spice blends and dishes.
  • OK
    whey (milk)
    Liquid byproduct of cheese production containing soluble proteins and lactose; used as a dairy ingredient or in protein formulations.
  • OK
    emulsifier: lecithins (soya). allergy advice: for allergens
  • OK
    see ingredients in bold. may also contain egg
  • OK
    other gluten arces
  • OK
    mustard and sulphites dietary advice: suitable for vegetarians. no artificial colours
  • OK
    flavourings or preservatives. nutrition typical values (made up as directed) energy fat

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Common questions about Spice Infusion Cous Cous

Is Spice Infusion Cous Cous ultra-processed?

Yes — Spice Infusion Cous Cous by Bramwells is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as UPF because it contains yeast extract (a pre-identified UPF ingredient), unspecified flavourings, and an emulsifier (lecithins). These are industrially processed additives according to NOVA, so the presence of any of them makes the whole product ultra-processed.

Which ingredients in Spice Infusion Cous Cous are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Spice Infusion Cous Cous as an ultra-processed marker: yeast extract. 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.

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