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Sweet Potato Pakora

Barcode 5036829150638

No — Sweet Potato Pakora is not ultra-processed.

The ingredients are whole foods and basic culinary ingredients (vegetables, chickpeas, spices, rapeseed oil, salt, lemon juice from concentrate, potato flakes, tomato and garlic purees). There are no industrial additives, refined syrups, artificial sweeteners, flavorings, emulsifiers, or modified oils, so it does not meet NOVA criteria for ultra-processed foods.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

sweet potato 29%
OK

chickpeas 29%
OK

red pepper 14%
OK

rapeseed oil

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

potato flakes

Dried potato flakes produced by dehydrating cooked potatoes, used in baking and as a thickener.
OK

tomato puree

A cooked, strained tomato product used as a base in sauces and dishes.
OK

onion

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

garlic puree

Garlic puree containing water and garlic granules.
OK

ground coriander

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

lemon juice from concentrate

Lemon juice produced by concentrating juice from lemons and reconstituted with water; a common ingredient in dressings and sauces.
OK

paprika

A ground spice made from dried red peppers (Capsicum species), used for color and flavor in many cuisines.
OK

salt

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

chili flakes

Crushed dried chili peppers used to add heat and flavor to dishes; a common spice.

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Common questions about Sweet Potato Pakora

Is Sweet Potato Pakora ultra-processed?

No — Sweet Potato Pakora by Gosh! is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredients are whole foods and basic culinary ingredients (vegetables, chickpeas, spices, rapeseed oil, salt, lemon juice from concentrate, potato flakes, tomato and garlic purees). There are no industrial additives, refined syrups, artificial sweeteners, flavorings, emulsifiers, or modified oils, so it does not meet NOVA criteria for ultra-processed foods.

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.