Vegetable Balti

Barcode 5015285811550

Scanned 8 times by Nomi users

Yes — Vegetable Balti is ultra-processed.

The ingredient list includes corn syrup, an industrially extracted refined sugar, which is classified as an ultra-processed ingredient under NOVA. Because at least one ingredient is UPF, the overall product is considered ultra-processed. Other ingredients (vegetables, spices, rice flour, oils, garlic/ginger purée) are minimally processed or basic culinary ingredients, but the presence of corn syrup is sufficient to classify the product as UPF.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

water

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

vegetables* (29%) (potatoes, carrots*, red peppers*, peas*, onion*)
OK

green beans*
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spice mix (turmeric*, coriander*, cumin*, black pepper* connellini beans (10%), tomato purée*, sunflower oil*, balti cardamom*, fenugreek*, chilli powder*)
OK

rice flour

Finely milled flour made from rice grains, a common gluten-free baking ingredient.
OK

ginger purée

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

garlic purée*
OK

corn syrup*
OK

sea salt

A basic mineral-rich salt derived from evaporated seawater, used as a seasoning and preservative.
OK

cumin seed" "organically grown & processed. will impair the flavour. cheat gently for 3 minutes. do not boil or overheat
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as this cooking instructions: empty contents into a saucepan microwave (800/900w): place the contents in a microwavable dish
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cover and microwave on full power for 2 minutes and stir
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heat for another 1 minute on full power. stir well before serving. ready to serve!

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Common questions about Vegetable Balti

Is Vegetable Balti ultra-processed?

Yes — Vegetable Balti is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list includes corn syrup, an industrially extracted refined sugar, which is classified as an ultra-processed ingredient under NOVA. Because at least one ingredient is UPF, the overall product is considered ultra-processed. Other ingredients (vegetables, spices, rice flour, oils, garlic/ginger purée) are minimally processed or basic culinary ingredients, but the presence of corn syrup is sufficient to classify the product as UPF.

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.