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Biona Organic Worcestershire Sauce by Biona
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Biona Organic Worcestershire Sauce

Barcode 5032722305809
Scanned  13  times by Nomi users
Not Ultra-Processed

No — Biona Organic Worcestershire Sauce is not ultra-processed.

The ingredients are all basic culinary ingredients (water, vinegars, raw cane sugar, molasses, tamarind, tamari, vegetables, fruits, herbs, and spices) with no industrial additives, refined syrups, artificial sweeteners, emulsifiers, flavor enhancers, or other ultra-processed components. Therefore, according to NOVA criteria, this product is not ultra-processed.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers
  • OK
    water
    A clear, tasteless liquid essential for life; widely used as a primary cooking and beverage ingredient.
  • OK
    vinegar
    A sour-tasting liquid produced by fermentation; used as a condiment and preservative.
  • OK
    raw cane sugar
    Coarse sugar derived from sugarcane, minimally processed.
  • OK
    molasses
    Dark, thick syrup produced from sugarcane or sugar beet during refining; used as a sweetener and flavoring in baking and cooking.
  • OK
    balsamic vinegar
    A dark, tangy vinegar traditionally made from grape must and aging in wooden barrels; used for dressings, marinades, and finishing.
  • OK
    tamarind
    A tangy fruit pulp used to make pastes, sauces, chutneys, and beverages; commonly used in Asian and Latin American cuisines.
  • OK
    tamari (soy, sea salt)
    A fermented soy sauce product used as a seasoning, typically salt-forward with rich umami flavor.
  • OK
    onion
    A common bulb vegetable used as a base flavor in cooking, with a pungent aroma when raw and sweetness when cooked.
  • OK
    sea salt
    Crystalline mineral salt harvested from seawater, used to season foods.
  • OK
    blackcurrant
    A small, dark purple berry with tart flavor; commonly used in jams, jellies, desserts and beverages.
  • OK
    garlic
    A pungent bulb used as a savory spice and flavoring in countless dishes.
  • OK
    orange
    A sweet-tresh tempered citrus fruit with segments and a bright, tangy juice used fresh or in dishes and juices.
  • OK
    chili peppers
    Hot edible fruits from Capsicum plants; typically used to add heat and flavor in dishes.
  • OK
    red bell peppers
    Sweet, milder peppers with a vibrant red color, used fresh or cooked.
  • OK
    ginger
    Rhizome used as a pungent, aromatic spice in cooking and beverages.
  • OK
    cardamom
    A warm, aromatic spice derived from the seeds of the Cardamom plant, used whole or ground in sweet and savory dishes.
  • OK
    coriander leaves
    Fresh herb known as cilantro in some regions; used chopped for flavor and garnish in a variety of cuisines.
  • OK
    cinnamon
    A spice obtained from the inner bark of Cinnamomum trees, used ground or in sticks to flavor sweets and savory dishes.
  • OK
    basil
    A common Mediterranean herb with fragrant green leaves used fresh or dried to flavor dishes.
  • OK
    parsley
    A versatile herb with bright, flat or curly leaves used fresh in a variety of cuisines for garnish and flavor.
  • OK
    cilantro
    An herb with delicate leaves and a distinct citrusy aroma, widely used fresh in many cuisines for salsas, sauces, and garnishes.
  • OK
    nutmeg
    A warm, aromatic spice derived from the seed of Myristica fragrans, often grated fresh to flavor dishes and desserts.
  • OK
    black pepper
    A common pepper with a sharp, pungent flavor used to season savory and some sweet dishes.
  • OK
    cayenne pepper
    A hot chili pepper ground into a bright red powder, used to add heat and flavor to a variety of dishes.
  • OK
    chili pepper
    A fresh, spicy fruit from Capsicum species used as a vegetable or spice in cuisines worldwide. Typically consumed fresh or dried, and not heavily processed.

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Common questions about Biona Organic Worcestershire Sauce

Is Biona Organic Worcestershire Sauce ultra-processed?

No — Biona Organic Worcestershire Sauce by Biona is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredients are all basic culinary ingredients (water, vinegars, raw cane sugar, molasses, tamarind, tamari, vegetables, fruits, herbs, and spices) with no industrial additives, refined syrups, artificial sweeteners, emulsifiers, flavor enhancers, or other ultra-processed components. Therefore, according to NOVA criteria, this product is not ultra-processed.

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.

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