Geetas

Saag Aloo

Barcode 5021185405225

Scanned 8 times by Nomi users

Yes — Saag Aloo is ultra-processed.

The product is ultra-processed because it contains multiple industrial additives and formulations, including flavouring, dried glucose syrup, yeast extract, yeast extract powder, and stabiliser (guar gum). These ingredients are characteristic of ultra-processed foods under the NOVA classification.

Ingredients

5 ultra-processed markers

OK

cooked mung dahl (27%) (water, mung dahl)
OK

cooked red split lentils (27%) (water)
OK

red split lentils
OK

potato (20%)
OK

spinach (8%)
OK

tomato paste

Concentrated tomato juice cooked down to a thick, concentrated concentrate used as a base or flavoring in sauces and dishes.
OK

biryani paste (rapeseed oil)
OK

spices (coriander seed, cumin, cassia, turmeric, ginger, cayenne pepper, fennel seed)
OK

water

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

salt

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

spirit vinegar

A clear, distilled vinegar typically made from fermented alcohol (ethanol) and used for pickling, flavoring, and preservation.
OK

garlic powder

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

sugar

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

onion powder

Dried and ground onion used as a seasoning to impart onion flavor.
OK

tomato powder

Powdered tomato used as a flavoring or ingredient, a minimally processed dried tomato product.
UPF

flavouring

A generic additive used to impart or enhance flavor; can be synthetic or derived from natural sources.
OK

curry marinade (sugar)
OK

garam masala (coriander, cassia, ginger, cloves, cumin, dill, fennel)
UPF

dried glucose syrup

Concentrated, dried form of glucose syrup, a refined sweetener derived from carbohydrates.
OK

maize starch

Fine white powder obtained from corn; used as a thickener in sauces and soups.
OK

ground coriander

A spice ground from the dried seeds of Coriandrum sativum. Bright, citrusy, warm flavor widely used in spice blends and curries.
UPF

yeast extract

A flavor-enhancing extract produced from yeast cells, rich in amino acids and natural glutamates, commonly used to augment savory flavors.
OK

ground cumin

A spice made from dried, ground seeds of Cuminum cyminum. Warm, earthy, slightly citrusy flavor commonly used in Indian, Middle Eastern, and Mexican cuisines.
OK

turmeric (ground)

A common spice made by grinding the orange-yellow rhizomes of the turmeric plant (Curcuma longa). It has a warm, bitter, peppery flavor and is widely used in curry powders and mustard blends. Turmeric is known for its vibrant color due to curcumin.
OK

fenugreek (ground)

Ground seeds of the fenugreek plant (Trigonella foenum-graecum), used as a spice with a warm, slightly bitter, nutty flavor and a hint of maple-like sweetness.
OK

ground cinnamon

A spice derived from the inner bark of Cinnamomum trees, ground into fine powder for flavoring and aroma in foods.
OK

black pepper

A common spice made from dried peppercorns of the Piper nigrum plant, used to add pungent heat and aroma to dishes.
OK

chilli powder

Ground dried chili peppers used as a spice to add heat and flavor in dishes. It is a basic single-ingredient spice.
OK

ground star anise
OK

rapeseed oil

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

garlic puree

A simple mashed garlic cloves, sometimes with a small amount of oil or salt; used as a flavoring or base ingredient.
OK

mustard seeds

Dried seeds of the mustard plant used whole or ground to flavor condiments, sauces, pickles, and spice blends.
OK

sunflower oil

A neutral-tasting culinary oil pressed from sunflower seeds, rich in unsaturated fats and commonly used for frying and dressings.
OK

ginger puree

Pureed ginger, a single-ingredient flavoring derived from fresh ginger.
OK

red chili

Dried or fresh ripe red peppers used to add heat and flavor to dishes.
UPF

yeast extract powder

Powdered extract derived from Saccharomyces cerevisiae, rich in amino acids and umami; used as a flavor enhancer.
OK

cumin seeds

Flat, boat-shaped seeds from the cumin plant, offering a warm, earthy, citrusy aroma used in spice blends and cooking.
OK

black onion seeds (0.2%)
UPF

guar gum

A plant-derived polysaccharide used as a thickener and stabiliser in a wide range of foods.

Common questions about Saag Aloo

Is Saag Aloo ultra-processed?

Yes — Saag Aloo by Geetas is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is ultra-processed because it contains multiple industrial additives and formulations, including flavouring, dried glucose syrup, yeast extract, yeast extract powder, and stabiliser (guar gum). These ingredients are characteristic of ultra-processed foods under the NOVA classification.

Which ingredients in Saag Aloo are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 5 ingredients in Saag Aloo as ultra-processed markers: flavouring, dried glucose syrup, yeast extract, yeast extract powder, guar gum. 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?

Scan any barcode — or photograph the ingredients label — with the free Nomi app for iOS and Android. You'll get an instant ultra-processed verdict with every ingredient explained in plain English.

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.