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Indian Style Grains by Aldi
Aldi

Indian Style Grains

Barcode 4088600541860
Scanned  45  times by Nomi users
Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Indian Style Grains is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes industrial additives and flavoring: guar gum (a stabiliser) and unspecified flavouring, which are characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers
  • OK
    cooked bulgur wheat (water, bulgur wheat)
  • OK
    cooked black lentils (water, black lentils)
  • OK
    cooked wheatberries (water, wheat berry)
  • OK
    onion
    A common bulb vegetable used as a base flavor in many cuisines. Crisp, pungent, sweet when cooked.
  • OK
    tomato paste
    Concentrated tomato juice cooked down to a thick, concentrated concentrate used as a base or flavoring in sauces and dishes.
  • OK
    cooked chickpeas (water)
  • OK
    chickpeas
    Also known as garbanzo beans; a pale beige legume used in dishes like hummus, stews, and salads.
  • OK
    coconut cream (3%)
  • OK
    raisins (2%)
  • OK
    rapeseed oil
    A basic culinary oil pressed from rapeseeds (Brassica napus). Used for frying, baking, and dressings. Neutral flavor.
  • OK
    onion powder
    Dried and ground onion used as a seasoning to impart onion flavor.
  • OK
    cumin powder
    Ground seeds of Cuminum cyminum, a warm, earthy spice used in various cuisines.
  • OK
    coconut milk powder
    A dried powder derived from coconut milk used as a culinary ingredient and dairy alternative.
  • OK
    onion purée
    A smooth paste made from onions, used to add sweetness and body to dishes.
  • OK
    sugar
    Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
  • OK
    water
    Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
  • OK
    salt
    Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
  • OK
    garlic powder
    Dried, ground garlic used as a convenient, concentrated form of garlic flavoring in cooking.
  • OK
    coriander powder
    Ground coriander seeds, a warm, citrusy spice used worldwide in curry blends and seasoning.
  • OK
    cumin seeds
    Flat, boat-shaped seeds from the cumin plant, offering a warm, earthy, citrusy aroma used in spice blends and cooking.
  • OK
    coriander leaf
    Coriander leaves (cilantro) from the Coriandrum sativum plant, used fresh or dried for aroma and garnish.
  • OK
    garlic purée
    Pureed garlic, often used as a flavoring base.
  • OK
    white wine vinegar
    A clear, mild vinegar made from fermented white wine, used for acidity in dressings, marinades, and pickling.
  • OK
    red chili purée
    A smooth paste made from red chili peppers, used to add heat and color in dishes. Typically a simple, single-ingredient puree.
  • OK
    desiccated coconut
    Finely shredded dried coconut meat with a mild, sweet coconut flavor commonly used in baking and confectionery.
  • OK
    ginger purée
    A smooth paste made from ginger, used to impart ginger flavor in sauces and dishes.
  • OK
    stabiliser: guar gum; flavouring
  • OK
    ground black pepper
    A fine powder made by grinding peppercorns (Piper nigrum); a common, pungent spice used to season savory dishes.
  • OK
    cassia cinnamon
  • OK
    dried dill
  • OK
    ginger powder
    Ground dried ginger root, a common spice and flavoring. Not UPF as a basic spice/ingredient.
  • OK
    clove powder
    A finely ground spice made from dried flower buds of the clove tree (Syzygium aromaticum), used for warm, aromatic flavoring.
  • OK
    turmeric powder
    A bright-orange, finely ground spice from the rhizome of Curcuma longa, used for color and flavor in many cuisines; commonly used in curry blends and as a seasoning.
  • OK
    galangal
  • OK
    ground coriander seeds
  • OK
    ground cayenne pepper
    A ground spice made from dried cayenne peppers, offering a sharp, hot flavor and vibrant red color.
  • OK
    nutmeg powder
    Ground nutmeg, a warm, sweet spice commonly used in baking and beverages.

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Common questions about Indian Style Grains

Is Indian Style Grains ultra-processed?

Yes — Indian Style Grains by Aldi is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes industrial additives and flavoring: guar gum (a stabiliser) and unspecified flavouring, which are characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods.

What are healthier alternatives to Indian Style Grains?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Glorious grains by merchant gourmet, Quinoa red & white by Merchant Gourmet, Red and white quinoa by Aldi. See the healthier alternatives above for details.

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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