Aldi

Sriracha Rice

Barcode 4088600576299

Yes — Sriracha Rice is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains fructose, an industrially extracted sugar, and guar gum used as a stabiliser. Both are hallmark ultra-processed ingredients according to NOVA, so their presence makes the overall food ultra-processed.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

cooked long grain rice (86%) (water, long grain rice)
OK

rice wine vinegar

A mild, fermented vinegar made from rice wine, used for pickling, dressings, and sauces.
OK

tomato paste (2%)
OK

sunflower oil

A neutral-tasting culinary oil pressed from sunflower seeds, rich in unsaturated fats and commonly used for frying and dressings.
OK

red chilli (1%)
OK

red pepper purée (1%)
OK

garlic purée

Pureed garlic, often used as a flavoring base.
OK

onion powder

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

sugar

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

fructose

A simple sugar derived from fruit and honey; a monosaccharide commonly used as a sweetener.
OK

chilli powder (0.5%)
OK

smoked paprika powder
OK

salt

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

water

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

white wine vinegar

A clear, mild vinegar made from fermented white wine, used for acidity in dressings, marinades, and pickling.
OK

garlic powder

Dried, ground garlic used as a convenient, concentrated form of garlic flavoring in cooking.
OK

colour. paprika extract; lemon juice concentrate
OK

rapeseed oil

A basic culinary oil pressed from rapeseeds (Brassica napus). Used for frying, baking, and dressings. Neutral flavor.
UPF

guar gum (stabiliser)

A plant-derived thickener and stabiliser used to improve texture and emulsion stability in foods.
OK

died red bell pepper
OK

corn flour (cornstarch)

Fine flour derived from corn used as a thickener in sauces and gravies.
OK

crushed chilli
OK

paprika powder

Ground dried red paprika peppers used as a spice to add color and mild to moderate heat.
OK

bird's eye chilli powder
OK

cumin powder

Ground seeds of Cuminum cyminum, a warm, earthy spice used in various cuisines.
OK

ground black pepper

A fine powder made by grinding peppercorns (Piper nigrum); a common, pungent spice used to season savory dishes.
OK

ground oregano

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Common questions about Sriracha Rice

Is Sriracha Rice ultra-processed?

Yes — Sriracha Rice by Aldi is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains fructose, an industrially extracted sugar, and guar gum used as a stabiliser. Both are hallmark ultra-processed ingredients according to NOVA, so their presence makes the overall food ultra-processed.

Which ingredients in Sriracha Rice are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Sriracha Rice as an ultra-processed marker: guar gum (stabiliser). 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?

Scan any barcode — or photograph the ingredients label — with the free Nomi app for iOS and Android. You'll get an instant ultra-processed verdict with every ingredient explained in plain English.

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.