Peri Peri Potato Snack

Barcode 5000237207130

Yes — Peri Peri Potato Snack is ultra-processed.

This savoury potato- and rice-based snack contains ultra-processed additives including natural flavouring, acetic acid, and concentrated lemon juice powder, which classify it as an ultra-processed food under NOVA. Additional markers of ultra-processing include flavour concentrates and extracts used to create a ready-to-eat seasoned snack product.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

dried potato

Dried form of potato used as a processed ingredient or snack base; essentially dehydrated potato.
OK

rice flour

A finely milled flour from milled rice, commonly used as a gluten-free thickener or flour substitute in baking and cooking.
OK

sunflower oil

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

potato starch

A basic, finely ground starch derived from potatoes; used as a thickener and binder in foods.
OK

peri chicken flavour

A spice mix or seasoning typically used to flavor foods; often non-specific blend used for chicken dishes. May contain salt, spices, and flavorings.
OK

sugar

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

natural flavouring

A generic flavoring ingredient derived from natural sources used to impart aroma or taste; may include essential oils or extracts.
OK

dried onion

Dried form of the onion bulb, used as a seasoning; flavor-concentrated and shelf-stable.
OK

salt

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

potassium chloride

Mineral salt used as a salt substitute in food. A basic inorganic ingredient commonly used for seasoning or fortification; not ultra-processed.
OK

dried garlic

Dehydrated garlic cloves ground or whole, used as a pungent seasoning with long shelf life.
OK

citric acid

A weak organic acid found in citrus fruits, commonly used as an acidulant and preservative in foods and beverages.
OK

acetic acid

A simple carboxylic acid used as an acidulant and flavoring additive in foods; a chemical ingredient.
UPF

lemon juice powder (concentrated)

Powder form of lemon juice obtained by concentrating the juice and drying it for shelf stability.
OK

pepper extract

A flavoring extract derived from black pepper, used to impart pepper flavor in foods.
OK

herb extracts

Concentrated flavoring derived from herbs, used to impart herbaceous notes in foods.
OK

garlic powder

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

rosemary

A fragrant evergreen herb with needle-like leaves used to flavor roasted dishes, soups, and bread; dried form preserves aroma.

Common questions about Peri Peri Potato Snack

Is Peri Peri Potato Snack ultra-processed?

Yes — Peri Peri Potato Snack is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This savoury potato- and rice-based snack contains ultra-processed additives including natural flavouring, acetic acid, and concentrated lemon juice powder, which classify it as an ultra-processed food under NOVA. Additional markers of ultra-processing include flavour concentrates and extracts used to create a ready-to-eat seasoned snack product.

Which ingredients in Peri Peri Potato Snack are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Peri Peri Potato Snack as ultra-processed markers: natural flavouring, lemon juice powder (concentrated). 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.