Ben's original

Ben's original mixed pepper rice

Barcode 5010034014176

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No — Ben's original mixed pepper rice is not ultra-processed.

The ingredient list consists of minimally processed ingredients (rice, vegetables, sunflower oil, spices) plus basic additives (salt, citric acid) and sugar. None of the ingredients are industrially formulated additives or ultra-processed ingredients as defined (no artificial sweeteners, emulsifiers, flavor enhancers, industrial syrups, or processed extracts). Therefore, it is not classified as an ultra-processed food (UPF) under the given NOVA-based criteria.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

long grain rice (83%)
OK

red pepper (6.4%)
OK

green pepper (3.3%)
OK

yellow pepper (2.7%)
OK

sunflower oil

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

onion powder

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

carrot

A root vegetable used widely in cooking for sweetness, texture, and color.
OK

salt

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

garlic powder

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

spices

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

sugar

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

citric acid

A sour-tasting organic acid used as an acidulant and preservative in foods. Commonly added in small amounts to adjust acidity.
OK

herb

A general culinary plant used to flavor dishes; lacks specificity of species.

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Common questions about Ben's original mixed pepper rice

Is Ben's original mixed pepper rice ultra-processed?

No — Ben's original mixed pepper rice by Ben's original is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list consists of minimally processed ingredients (rice, vegetables, sunflower oil, spices) plus basic additives (salt, citric acid) and sugar. None of the ingredients are industrially formulated additives or ultra-processed ingredients as defined (no artificial sweeteners, emulsifiers, flavor enhancers, industrial syrups, or processed extracts). Therefore, it is not classified as an ultra-processed food (UPF) under the given NOVA-based criteria.

Which ingredients in Ben's original mixed pepper rice are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Ben's original mixed pepper rice as an ultra-processed marker: citric acid. 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.