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Ben's plant powered Tikka masala by Ben's
Ben's

Ben's plant powered Tikka masala

Barcode 5010034013544
Scanned  19  times by Nomi users
Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Ben's plant powered Tikka masala is ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid. The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives/ingredients such as yeast extract and natural flavouring, which are characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods. Other ingredients like pea protein isolate and corn starch also indicate industrial processing, but yeast extract and natural flavouring alone are sufficient to classify it as UPF.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers
  • OK
    tomatoes
    Fresh tomatoes, edible fruit often used as a vegetable in salads, sauces, and cooking.
  • OK
    chickpeas
    A legume also known as garbanzo beans; commonly used in salads, stews, and hummus.
  • OK
    sweet potato (10%)
  • OK
    sweetcorn (8.6%)
  • OK
    onion (8.5%)
  • OK
    coconut milk
    A thick, creamy liquid extracted from grated coconut meat, widely used in Asian and tropical cuisines for curries, desserts, and beverages.
  • OK
    red pepper (5.3%)
  • OK
    green peas (3.4%)
  • OK
    green pepper (2.6%)
  • OK
    garlic
    A bulbous aromatic spice used to impart savory flavor in cooking; can be used fresh, sautéed, roasted, or in powder form.
  • OK
    spices (cumin powder, garam masala, green chilli, fenugreek, turmeric, red chilli)
  • UPF
    pea protein
    Protein derived from yellow peas, often sold as powder or isolate for texturizing and fortification.
  • 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
    sunflower oil
    A neutral-tasting culinary oil pressed from sunflower seeds, rich in unsaturated fats and commonly used for frying and dressings.
  • OK
    corn starch
    A refined starch extracted from corn, used as a thickening agent in foods.
  • OK
    salt
    Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
  • OK
    lemon juice
    The clear, acidic juice extracted from lemons, used for brightness and acidity in foods and drinks.
  • 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
    colour (paprika oleoresin). may contain: barley
  • OK
    cashews
    Cashews are a whole, edible seed of the cashew tree, commonly used as a snack or ingredient in recipes.
  • OK
    celery
    A crunchy, fibrous stalk vegetable commonly used fresh in salads, soups, and as a garnish. Rich in water and nutrients like vitamin K and folate.
  • OK
    milk
    A dairy liquid produced by cows; a basic, widely used food ingredient.
  • OK
    mustard
    Seeds and/or prepared mustard used as a spice or condiment; a basic spice/condiment ingredient in cooking.
  • OK
    oats
    Whole grain cereal from the Avena sativa plant; commonly consumed as a breakfast staple or used in baking.
  • OK
    peanuts
    A legume commonly eaten roasted or ground into peanut butter; a common basic ingredient in foods.
  • OK
    sesame
    A small, tan-to-brown seed used as a food ingredient or topping; mild, nutty flavor.
  • OK
    soy
    Legume seed used for its beans; common in soy products and as a source of protein and oil.
  • OK
    wheat. it is

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Common questions about Ben's plant powered Tikka masala

Is Ben's plant powered Tikka masala ultra-processed?

Yes — Ben's plant powered Tikka masala by Ben's is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid. The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives/ingredients such as yeast extract and natural flavouring, which are characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods. Other ingredients like pea protein isolate and corn starch also indicate industrial processing, but yeast extract and natural flavouring alone are sufficient to classify it as UPF.

Which ingredients in Ben's plant powered Tikka masala are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Ben's plant powered Tikka masala as ultra-processed markers: pea protein, yeast extract, natural flavouring. 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.

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