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Levi Roots Reggae Reggae Jerk Barbecue Sauce by Levi Roots
Levi Roots

Levi Roots Reggae Reggae Jerk Barbecue Sauce

Barcode 5010338400484
Scanned  17  times by Nomi users
Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Levi Roots Reggae Reggae Jerk Barbecue Sauce is ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid. This product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains modified maize starch, which is a pre-identified UPF ingredient. It also includes other industrial additives such as plain caramel colour and acetic acid used as an acidifier. These extracted and industrially processed additives place the product in the ultra-processed category according to NOVA.

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
    scotch bonnet chili purée (1.3%) (scotch bonnet chilli peppers (1%))
  • OK
    salt
    Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
  • OK
    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
    ginger purée
    A smooth paste made from ginger, used to impart ginger flavor in sauces and dishes.
  • 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
    A fine powder made by grinding peppercorns (Piper nigrum); a common, pungent spice used to season savory dishes.
  • OK
    black pepper
    A common spice made from dried peppercorns of the Piper nigrum plant, used to add pungent heat and aroma to dishes.
  • 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.
  • OK
    nutmeg
    A fragrant spice ground from the seeds of the Myristica fragrans tree, used to flavor sweet and savory dishes in small amounts.
  • OK
    basil
    A leafy herb used fresh or dried to flavor dishes; not typically processed as a food ingredient beyond drying or freshness.
  • OK
    thyme. allergens: barley-gluten-peanuts-nuts

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Common questions about Levi Roots Reggae Reggae Jerk Barbecue Sauce

Is Levi Roots Reggae Reggae Jerk Barbecue Sauce ultra-processed?

Yes — Levi Roots Reggae Reggae Jerk Barbecue Sauce by Levi Roots is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid. This product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains modified maize starch, which is a pre-identified UPF ingredient. It also includes other industrial additives such as plain caramel colour and acetic acid used as an acidifier. These extracted and industrially processed additives place the product in the ultra-processed category according to NOVA.

Which ingredients in Levi Roots Reggae Reggae Jerk Barbecue Sauce are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Levi Roots Reggae Reggae Jerk Barbecue Sauce as ultra-processed markers: modified maize starch, plain caramel color. 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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