Rogan Josh Curry Sauce

Barcode 5011308505031

Scanned 16 times by Nomi users

Yes — Rogan Josh Curry Sauce is ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid. The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains modified maize starch and paprika extract, which are industrially processed additives. Under the given rules, the presence of any such UPF ingredient makes the whole product UPF.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

water

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

tomato (18%)
UPF

modified maize starch

A processed starch, often used as a thickener or binding agent in foods; may be treated to modify properties.
OK

ground spices (2%) [fennel
OK

spices

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

paprika coriander
OK

cloves

Dried flower buds of the Syzygium aromaticum, with a warm, pungent, sweet-spicy flavor used whole or ground in spice blends and dishes.
OK

rapeseed oil

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

concentrated tomato purée (2%)
OK

sugar

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

dried onion (2%)
OK

garlic purée

Pureed garlic, often used as a flavoring base.
OK

ginger purée

A smooth paste made from ginger, used to impart ginger flavor in sauces and dishes.
OK

salt

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

acids (acetic acid, citric acid)
UPF

paprika extract

Concentrated flavor ingredient derived from paprika (capsicum) used to impart paprika flavor without the physical pepper pieces.
OK

dried coriander leaf

A dried herb from the coriander plant, used to add fresh herby aroma and flavor to dishes.

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Common questions about Rogan Josh Curry Sauce

Is Rogan Josh Curry Sauce ultra-processed?

Yes — Rogan Josh Curry Sauce is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid. The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains modified maize starch and paprika extract, which are industrially processed additives. Under the given rules, the presence of any such UPF ingredient makes the whole product UPF.

Which ingredients in Rogan Josh Curry Sauce are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Rogan Josh Curry Sauce as ultra-processed markers: modified maize starch, paprika extract. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

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.