Thai Red curry paste

Barcode 5020580017118

No — Thai Red curry paste is not ultra-processed.

Ingredients are mostly whole foods and culinary ingredients (chilli, soybean oil, shallots, lemongrass, garlic, spices). The only additive is an antioxidant (alpha-tocopherol, vitamin E), which is a simple nutrient preservative and not an ultra-processing marker per NOVA in this context.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

dried red chilli 22%
OK

soybean oil
OK

shallots salt
OK

lemongrass

A tall, aromatic grass with citrusy notes used fresh or dried in soups, curries, and teas.
OK

garlic

A bulbous aromatic spice used to impart savory flavor in cooking; can be used fresh, sautéed, roasted, or in powder form.
OK

galangal
OK

coriander seeds

Dried seeds of the cilantro plant (Coriandrum sativum) used whole or crushed to add warm, citrusy, spicy notes.
OK

cumin

A warm, earthy spice from the seeds of the Cuminum cyminum plant, common in spice blends.
OK

kaffir lime leaves
OK

antioxidant (alpha-tocophero)

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Common questions about Thai Red curry paste

Is Thai Red curry paste ultra-processed?

No — Thai Red curry paste is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). Ingredients are mostly whole foods and culinary ingredients (chilli, soybean oil, shallots, lemongrass, garlic, spices). The only additive is an antioxidant (alpha-tocopherol, vitamin E), which is a simple nutrient preservative and not an ultra-processing marker per NOVA in this context.

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.