Jamie Oliver

Korma Sauce

Barcode 5030101031875

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No — Korma Sauce is not ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid and consists mainly of water, vegetables (tomato, garlic, ginger), coconut products, rapeseed oil, spices, salt, apple purée, and a basic acidity regulator (citric acid). There are no industrial formulations such as artificial sweeteners, flavor enhancers, emulsifiers, thickeners, industrial sugar syrups, or processed extracts that would classify this as an ultra-processed food under NOVA. Citric acid is a simple acidity regulator and is allowed without making the product UPF.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

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water

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

tomato paste

Concentrated tomato paste, a processed tomato product used as a cooking ingredient.
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garlic purée (10%)
OK

white wine vinegar

A clear, mild vinegar made from fermented white wine, used for acidity in dressings, marinades, and pickling.
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ginger purée (9%)
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desiccated coconut (7%)
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creamed coconut (7%)
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rapeseed oil

A basic culinary oil pressed from rapeseeds (Brassica napus). Used for frying, baking, and dressings. Neutral flavor.
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garam masala (3%) (ground coriander, cinnamon, ground cumin, black pepper, ground ginger, ground clove)
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salt

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

Puree made from apples, a simple fruit product that may be used as a base or sweetener in foods.
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citric acid

A weak organic acid used to regulate acidity in foods; commonly produced industrially via fermentation of sugars and used as a preservative and flavor enhancer.
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ground coriander

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

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

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

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

Ground cardamom is the finely crushed form of whole cardamom pods, offering warm, sweet, and spicy notes.

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Common questions about Korma Sauce

Is Korma Sauce ultra-processed?

No — Korma Sauce by Jamie Oliver is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid and consists mainly of water, vegetables (tomato, garlic, ginger), coconut products, rapeseed oil, spices, salt, apple purée, and a basic acidity regulator (citric acid). There are no industrial formulations such as artificial sweeteners, flavor enhancers, emulsifiers, thickeners, industrial sugar syrups, or processed extracts that would classify this as an ultra-processed food under NOVA. Citric acid is a simple acidity regulator and is allowed without making the product 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.