pataks

mild spice paste

Barcode 5011308501149

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No — mild spice paste is not ultra-processed.

The ingredient list consists mainly of water, spices, tamarind paste, sunflower oil, salt, corn starch, garlic powder, and acetic acid as an acidity regulator. These are basic culinary ingredients and acetic acid (vinegar component) is a simple food acid, not an ultra-processed additive in this context. There are no artificial sweeteners, emulsifiers, flavor enhancers, industrial syrups, or other characteristic ultra-processed additives, so this would not be classified as an ultra-processed food under NOVA.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

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water mixed spices
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coriander powder

Ground coriander seeds, a warm, citrusy spice used worldwide in curry blends and seasoning.
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paprika powder

Ground dried red paprika peppers used as a spice to add color and mild to moderate heat.
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turmeric powder

A bright-orange, finely ground spice from the rhizome of Curcuma longa, used for color and flavor in many cuisines; commonly used in curry blends and as a seasoning.
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cumin powder

Ground seeds of Cuminum cyminum, a warm, earthy spice used in various cuisines.
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fenugreek powder

A ground spice made from dried seeds of the fenugreek plant (Trigonella foenum-graecum). Common in Indian and Middle Eastern cuisines; used as a spice or supplement. It is a simple, single-ingredient food product.
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spices tamarind paste
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sunflower oil

A neutral-tasting culinary oil pressed from sunflower seeds, rich in unsaturated fats and commonly used for frying and dressings.
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acidity regulator (acetic acid) salt
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corn starch

A refined starch extracted from corn, used as a thickening agent in foods.
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garlic powder

Dried, ground garlic used as a convenient, concentrated form of garlic flavoring in cooking.

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Common questions about mild spice paste

Is mild spice paste ultra-processed?

No — mild spice paste by pataks is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list consists mainly of water, spices, tamarind paste, sunflower oil, salt, corn starch, garlic powder, and acetic acid as an acidity regulator. These are basic culinary ingredients and acetic acid (vinegar component) is a simple food acid, not an ultra-processed additive in this context. There are no artificial sweeteners, emulsifiers, flavor enhancers, industrial syrups, or other characteristic ultra-processed additives, 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.