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Yes — Tikka Masala Spice Paste is ultra-processed.
Classified as ultra-processed because it contains paprika extract, which is an industrially processed extract/additive and has been pre-identified as a UPF ingredient. Other ingredients like acids (acetic, citric) and rapeseed oil are not UPF on their own, but the presence of paprika extract is sufficient to classify the product as UPF.
Other sauces, condiments & spreads Nomi has checked — these ones aren't ultra-processed.
Dal Palak
Not UPF
Punjabi Chickpea Masala
Spice Tailor
Not UPF
Tikka Masala Curry Paste
The Spice Tailor
Not UPF
Yellow Curry Paste
Mae Ploy, Theppadungporn Coconut Co. Ltd.
Not UPF
Tomato & Basil Pasta Sauce
Deluxe
Not UPF
Panang Curry Paste
Mae Ploy
Not UPF
Sundried Cherry Tomato & Basil
Heinz
Not UPF
Tomato and Chilli
Loyd Grossman
Not UPF
Ready to eat crunchy carrot with houmous
Marks & Spencer
Not UPF
Yes — Tikka Masala Spice Paste by Patak's is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains paprika extract, which is an industrially processed extract/additive and has been pre-identified as a UPF ingredient. Other ingredients like acids (acetic, citric) and rapeseed oil are not UPF on their own, but the presence of paprika extract is sufficient to classify the product as UPF.
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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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.