Patak's

Aubergine Pickle

Barcode 5011308000901

Scanned 57 times by Nomi users

No — Aubergine Pickle is not ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid and consists only of basic culinary ingredients (vegetables, oil, sugar, salt, spices, garlic purée, and acetic acid as vinegar). There are no industrial additives like emulsifiers, artificial sweeteners, flavor enhancers, refined syrups, or modified starches, so this would not be classified as an ultra‑processed food under NOVA.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

sugar

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

rapeseed oil

A basic culinary oil pressed from rapeseeds (Brassica napus). Used for frying, baking, and dressings. Neutral flavor.
OK

aubergines (17%)
OK

water

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

ground spices (4.5%) [paprika
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spices

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

coriander]
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salt

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

green chillies (4%)
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cracked mustard seed
OK

cracked coriander seed
OK

cracked fenugreek seed
OK

garlic purée

Pureed garlic, often used as a flavoring base.
OK

acetic acid

Acetic acid used as acidity regulator or acidulant in foods; a simple, standalone chemical often used in small amounts to adjust pH and flavor.
OK

mustard powder

Ground mustard seeds, used as a spice and flavoring.

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Common questions about Aubergine Pickle

Is Aubergine Pickle ultra-processed?

No — Aubergine Pickle by Patak's is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid and consists only of basic culinary ingredients (vegetables, oil, sugar, salt, spices, garlic purée, and acetic acid as vinegar). There are no industrial additives like emulsifiers, artificial sweeteners, flavor enhancers, refined syrups, or modified starches, so this would not be 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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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.