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Firecracker by Tilda
Tilda

Firecracker

Barcode 5011157993645
Scanned  18  times by Nomi users
Not Ultra-Processed

No — Firecracker is not ultra-processed.

The ingredient list contains basic foods and culinary ingredients only: rice, vegetables, spices, salt, tomato paste, and basic vegetable oils (rapeseed, sunflower). There are no industrial sweeteners, emulsifiers, thickeners, artificial flavourings, refined syrups, or other ultra-processed additives. Paprika extract as a natural colour is a simple plant extract commonly used in cooking, not an ultra-processed additive in itself.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers
  • OK
    natural basmati rice - steamed (92%)
  • OK
    red chilli
    Chili peppers used fresh or dried to add heat and flavor; the percentage indicates chili content in a product.
  • OK
    vegetable oils (rapeseed, sunflower)
    A blend of vegetable oils derived from rapeseed and sunflower seeds, commonly used for cooking and frying.
  • OK
    tomato paste
    Concentrated tomato juice cooked down to a thick, concentrated concentrate used as a base or flavoring in sauces and dishes.
  • OK
    garli gluten free soy sauce (contains soya)
  • OK
    jalapeno chilli (0.5%)
  • OK
    salt
    Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
  • OK
    natural colour (paprika extract)
  • OK
    smoked paprika (0.1%)
  • OK
    ginger
    A pungent, aromatic rhizome used fresh or dried in cooking and beverages.
  • OK
    cayenne pepper
    Dried and ground hot chili pepper (Capsicum annuum) known for its fiery heat, used to add pungency and warmth to dishes.
  • OK
    szechuan pepper
    A spice from the husks of prickly ash berries, known for its tingling, numbing sensation and citrusy notes commonly used in Sichuan cuisine.

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Common questions about Firecracker

Is Firecracker ultra-processed?

No — Firecracker by Tilda is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list contains basic foods and culinary ingredients only: rice, vegetables, spices, salt, tomato paste, and basic vegetable oils (rapeseed, sunflower). There are no industrial sweeteners, emulsifiers, thickeners, artificial flavourings, refined syrups, or other ultra-processed additives. Paprika extract as a natural colour is a simple plant extract commonly used in cooking, not an ultra-processed additive in itself.

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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