Aldi

Pickled Red Cabbage

Barcode 4088600571782

Scanned 7 times by Nomi users

Yes — Pickled Red Cabbage is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives and preservatives including acidity regulator (lactic acid), firming agent (calcium acetate), and preservative (sodium metabisulphite, sulphur dioxide).

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

red cabbage

A purple or reddish-leaved cultivar of Brassica oleracea, commonly eaten raw in salads or cooked; crunchy, mildly peppery and slightly sweet.
OK

water

Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
OK

barley malt vinegar

A vinegar produced by fermenting barley malt with acetic acid bacteria to create a tangy, acidic liquid used in pickling, condiments, and dressings.
OK

sugar

Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
OK

acidity regulator. lactic acid salt firming agent: calcium acetate; preservatives: sodium metabisulphite
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sulphur dioxide

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Common questions about Pickled Red Cabbage

Is Pickled Red Cabbage ultra-processed?

Yes — Pickled Red Cabbage by Aldi is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives and preservatives including acidity regulator (lactic acid), firming agent (calcium acetate), and preservative (sodium metabisulphite, sulphur dioxide).

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.