Vegetable Chutney

Barcode 5032714012319

Yes — Vegetable Chutney is ultra-processed.

This chutney is classified as ultra-processed because it contains tamarind extract, which is an industrially processed extract and therefore an ultra-processed (NOVA 4) ingredient. All other components (vegetables, fruit, sugar, vinegar, lemon juice concentrate, spices, mustard seeds, salt, rice flour) are minimally processed or basic culinary ingredients, but the presence of tamarind extract is sufficient to classify the overall product as UPF.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

vegetables in varying proportions (57%) [swede
OK

carrot

A root vegetable used widely in cooking for sweetness, texture, and color.
OK

onion

A common bulb vegetable used as a base flavor in many cuisines. Crisp, pungent, sweet when cooked.
OK

turnip]
OK

brown sugar

Unrefined or partially refined sugar with molasses giving a brown color and distinctive flavor; a basic sweetener.
OK

apples

A fresh, whole fruit commonly eaten raw. Not an ultra-processed ingredient; used as a basic food ingredient or natural product.
OK

dates [dates
OK

rice flour]
OK

malt vinegar [from barley]
UPF

tamarind extract

Concentrated extract derived from tamarind pulp; used for sour flavor in sauces and beverages.
OK

lemon juice concentrate

Concentrated lemon juice, a tart citrus flavoring derived from lemons.
OK

garlic

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

salt

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

brown mustard seeds

Brown mustard seeds are seeds from the mustard plant (Brassica species) used whole or ground to make mustard condiments and flavorings. They have a peppery, slightly pungent flavor and are a common pantry spice.
OK

spices

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

Common questions about Vegetable Chutney

Is Vegetable Chutney ultra-processed?

Yes — Vegetable Chutney is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This chutney is classified as ultra-processed because it contains tamarind extract, which is an industrially processed extract and therefore an ultra-processed (NOVA 4) ingredient. All other components (vegetables, fruit, sugar, vinegar, lemon juice concentrate, spices, mustard seeds, salt, rice flour) are minimally processed or basic culinary ingredients, but the presence of tamarind extract is sufficient to classify the overall product as UPF.

Which ingredients in Vegetable Chutney are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Vegetable Chutney as an ultra-processed marker: tamarind 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?

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.