Charlie Bigham's

Chicken Tikka Masala and Pilau Rice

Barcode 5033665212407

Scanned 22 times by Nomi users

Yes — Chicken Tikka Masala and Pilau Rice is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives and formulations: acetic acid (acidity regulator) and paprika extract (colour). These extracted additives go beyond basic culinary ingredients and place the product in NOVA group 4 (UPF).

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

cooked rice (water, rice)
OK

chicken

Raw or cooked chicken meat; common protein source in dishes.
OK

onions

A bulbous vegetable used as a staple aromatic and flavoring in many cuisines.
OK

double cream

A high-fat dairy cream skimmed from cow’s milk, commonly used for whipping and adding richness to dishes.
OK

milk

A dairy liquid produced by cows; a basic, widely used food ingredient.
OK

butter (milk)

A dairy fat product made from churning cream; commonly used in cooking and baking.
OK

rapeseed oil

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

tomato purée

A tomato-based concentrate obtained by cooking down tomatoes, commonly used as a base or seasoning in dishes.
OK

mango chutney (sugar, mangoes, salt, acidity regulator: acetic acid, cayenne pepper, garlic, ginger)
OK

ginger

A pungent, aromatic rhizome used fresh or dried in cooking and beverages.
OK

lemon juice

The clear, acidic juice extracted from lemons, used for brightness and acidity in foods and drinks.
OK

garlic

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

ground spices (coriander, cumin, smoked paprika, fenugreek, cayenne pepper, turmeric, chillies, black pepper, cinnamon, dill, ginger, cardamom, cloves)
OK

cornflour

Ground corn starch used as a thickening agent in cooking and baking.
OK

red chillies

Chili peppers used whole or dried to add heat and flavor to dishes.
OK

salt

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

nigella seeds
OK

parsley

A fresh green herb used to flavor and garnish dishes; commonly added chopped leaves.
OK

lime pickle (lime, water, sunflower oil, salt, green chillies, chilli powder, acidity regulator: acetic acid, split mustard, cumin, turmeric)
OK

mustard seeds

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

coriander seeds

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

paprika extract

A concentrated pigment derived from paprika used as a colorant in foods.

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Common questions about Chicken Tikka Masala and Pilau Rice

Is Chicken Tikka Masala and Pilau Rice ultra-processed?

Yes — Chicken Tikka Masala and Pilau Rice by Charlie Bigham's is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives and formulations: acetic acid (acidity regulator) and paprika extract (colour). These extracted additives go beyond basic culinary ingredients and place the product in NOVA group 4 (UPF).

Which ingredients in Chicken Tikka Masala and Pilau Rice are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Chicken Tikka Masala and Pilau Rice as an ultra-processed marker: paprika 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?

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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.