Birds Eye

Red This Chicken Curry

Barcode 5000116129775

No — Red This Chicken Curry is not ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid and consists solely of whole foods, basic culinary ingredients, and a simple starch thickener (tapioca starch). There are no industrial formulations such as artificial sweeteners, flavor enhancers, emulsifiers, stabilizers, isolated industrial sugars, or refined specialty oils like palm fruit oil. Therefore, this product is not classified as ultra-processed according to NOVA.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

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ingredients... vegetables (41%) (soybean (soya), red pepper, bamboo shoots, onion in varying proportions)
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chicken breast

A common animal protein cut from poultry, typically sold as lean, skinless breast meat.
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water

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

rice

A basic staple grain consumed worldwide, used in a wide range of dishes.
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chickpeas

Also known as garbanzo beans; a pale beige legume used in dishes like hummus, stews, and salads.
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coconut

A tropical fruit from the coconut palm; the edible white meat (copra) and liquid inside are commonly consumed in various forms (fresh, dried, milk, oil).
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lemon juice

The clear, acidic juice extracted from lemons, used for brightness and acidity in foods and drinks.
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garlic

A bulbous aromatic spice used to impart savory flavor in cooking; can be used fresh, sautéed, roasted, or in powder form.
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rapeseed oil

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

herbs

A general category of culinary herbs (fresh or dried leaves) used to flavor dishes.
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spices

diverse plant extracts used to flavor foods; can refer to a mix of single or blended seasonings.
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tapioca starch

Starch extracted from cassava (tapioca root), used as a thickener and binder.
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chilli

Chilli (chili pepper) is a pungent fruit used to add heat and spice to dishes. It is a natural plant product and widely used as a basic food ingredient.
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lemon grass
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galanga root
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kaffir lime leaf
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salt

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

Common questions about Red This Chicken Curry

Is Red This Chicken Curry ultra-processed?

No — Red This Chicken Curry by Birds Eye is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid and consists solely of whole foods, basic culinary ingredients, and a simple starch thickener (tapioca starch). There are no industrial formulations such as artificial sweeteners, flavor enhancers, emulsifiers, stabilizers, isolated industrial sugars, or refined specialty oils like palm fruit oil. Therefore, this product is not classified as ultra-processed according to NOVA.

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.

Red This Chicken Curry

Ingredients

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Common questions about Red This Chicken Curry

Is Red This Chicken Curry ultra-processed?

What does "ultra-processed" (UPF) mean?

How can I check whether other foods are ultra-processed?

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