Morrisons

Asian style spicy slaw

Barcode 5010525154732

No — Asian style spicy slaw is not ultra-processed.

The ingredients are basic plant foods and simple culinary ingredients: cabbage, carrot, onion, water, spirit vinegar, rice vinegar, sugar, chilli, ginger, and salt. There are no industrial additives (emulsifiers, stabilizers, artificial sweeteners, flavorings, maltodextrin, refined syrups, etc.) or highly processed oils. Therefore this is not classified as an ultra-processed food under NOVA.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

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shredded white cabbage
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carrot and onion pickled in spirit vinegar and rice vinegar. ingredients white cabbage
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carrot

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

A common bulb vegetable used as a base flavor in many cuisines. Crisp, pungent, sweet when cooked.
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water

Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
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spirit vinegar

A clear, distilled vinegar typically made from fermented alcohol (ethanol) and used for pickling, flavoring, and preservation.
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sugar

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

A mild vinegar made from fermented rice—used to season dishes, pickles, and dressings with a subtle sweet and tangy note.
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red chili

Dried or fresh ripe red peppers used to add heat and flavor to dishes.
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ginger

A pungent, aromatic rhizome used fresh or dried in cooking and beverages.
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salt

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

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Common questions about Asian style spicy slaw

Is Asian style spicy slaw ultra-processed?

No — Asian style spicy slaw by Morrisons is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredients are basic plant foods and simple culinary ingredients: cabbage, carrot, onion, water, spirit vinegar, rice vinegar, sugar, chilli, ginger, and salt. There are no industrial additives (emulsifiers, stabilizers, artificial sweeteners, flavorings, maltodextrin, refined syrups, etc.) or highly processed oils. Therefore this is not classified as an ultra-processed food under NOVA.

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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