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Creamy mellow korma curry sauce

Barcode 5000169145258

Yes — Creamy mellow korma curry sauce is ultra-processed.

Product contains yeast extract, which is a pre-identified UPF ingredient, so the product must be classified as ultra-processed. It also contains acidity regulators (acetic acid, lactic acid, citric acid), which are industrial additives, further supporting UPF classification.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

waitrose cooks' ingredients amildly spiced paste with onlons coconut and ground almonds | ingredients: water
OK

tomato puree

A cooked, strained tomato product used as a base in sauces and dishes.
OK

onions (11%)
OK

onion puree(9%) coconut (6%) desiccated coconut (5%)
OK

garlic puree

A simple mashed garlic cloves, sometimes with a small amount of oil or salt; used as a flavoring or base ingredient.
OK

sugar

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

leman juice from concentrate
OK

coriander powder

Ground coriander seeds, a warm, citrusy spice used worldwide in curry blends and seasoning.
OK

ginger pure
OK

rapeseed oil
OK

ground almonds (3%). curnin powder
OK

salt

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

acidity regulators acetic acid
OK

lactic acid and citric acid
OK

concentrated onion juice
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

cardamom powder

Powder made from dried cardamom seeds, prized for its strong, sweet-lemongrass aroma and used in spice blends, desserts, and beverages.
UPF

onion extract

A liquid extract derived from onions used as a flavoring agent in foods.

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Common questions about Creamy mellow korma curry sauce

Is Creamy mellow korma curry sauce ultra-processed?

Yes — Creamy mellow korma curry sauce by Waitrose is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Product contains yeast extract, which is a pre-identified UPF ingredient, so the product must be classified as ultra-processed. It also contains acidity regulators (acetic acid, lactic acid, citric acid), which are industrial additives, further supporting UPF classification.

Which ingredients in Creamy mellow korma curry sauce are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Creamy mellow korma curry sauce as ultra-processed markers: yeast extract, onion 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.

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.