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Reggae Reggae Jerk BBQ Marinade & Sauce Original by Levi Roots
Levi Roots

Reggae Reggae Jerk BBQ Marinade & Sauce Original

Barcode 5010338202798
Scanned  35  times by Nomi users
Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Reggae Reggae Jerk BBQ Marinade & Sauce Original is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains modified maize starch, an industrially processed thickener/stabilizer that is a hallmark UPF ingredient. Other ingredients are mostly minimally processed culinary ingredients (water, sugar, vinegar, tomato paste, spices, herbs, vegetable purées), but the presence of modified maize starch is sufficient under NOVA to classify the whole product as UPF.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers
  • OK
    water
    Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
  • OK
    sugar
    Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
  • OK
    barley malt vinegar
    A vinegar produced by fermenting barley malt with acetic acid bacteria to create a tangy, acidic liquid used in pickling, condiments, and dressings.
  • OK
    concentrated tomato paste
    Concentrated, cooked tomato product used to impart tomato flavor and color; typically a basic vegetable product.
  • OK
    onion purée
    A smooth paste made from onions, used to add sweetness and body to dishes.
  • UPF
    modified maize starch
    A processed starch, often used as a thickener or binding agent in foods; may be treated to modify properties.
  • OK
    red scotch bonnet chilli purée (1.3%) [scotch bonnet chilli peppers (19) salt acid (acetic acid)]
  • OK
    garlic purée
    Pureed garlic, often used as a flavoring base.
  • UPF
    plain caramel color
    A food coloring produced by heating carbohydrates (often corn or sugar) with acids or alkalis to form a caramel color. Common in beverages and snacks.
  • OK
    salt ginger purée
  • OK
    ground allspice
    Ground allspice is a spice made from the dried berries of the Pimenta dioica tree, finely milled into a powder used to add warm, sweet, and peppery notes to dishes.
  • OK
    spring onion
    A fresh allium with a mild onion flavor, used as a garnish or in dishes.
  • OK
    ground black pepper black pepper
  • OK
    herbs blend
  • OK
    paprika
    A ground spice made from dried red peppers (Capsicum species), used for color and flavor in many cuisines.
  • OK
    ground coriander
    A spice ground from the dried seeds of Coriandrum sativum. Bright, citrusy, warm flavor widely used in spice blends and curries.
  • OK
    cinnamon
    A sweet-spicy bark spice with warm, woody notes often used in baking and savory dishes.

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Common questions about Reggae Reggae Jerk BBQ Marinade & Sauce Original

Is Reggae Reggae Jerk BBQ Marinade & Sauce Original ultra-processed?

Yes — Reggae Reggae Jerk BBQ Marinade & Sauce Original by Levi Roots is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains modified maize starch, an industrially processed thickener/stabilizer that is a hallmark UPF ingredient. Other ingredients are mostly minimally processed culinary ingredients (water, sugar, vinegar, tomato paste, spices, herbs, vegetable purées), but the presence of modified maize starch is sufficient under NOVA to classify the whole product as UPF.

Which ingredients in Reggae Reggae Jerk BBQ Marinade & Sauce Original are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Reggae Reggae Jerk BBQ Marinade & Sauce Original as ultra-processed markers: modified maize starch, plain caramel color. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Reggae Reggae Jerk BBQ Marinade & Sauce Original?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including original BBQ sauce by Sauce Shop, Honey Chipotle BBQ sauce by Sauce Shop, Unsweetened Barbecue Smokey Classic by Hunter & Gather. See the healthier alternatives above for details.

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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