Nando's

Nando’s Peri-Peri Rub (medium)

Barcode 5039303000825

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Yes — Nando’s Peri-Peri Rub (medium) is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives: anti-caking agent (silicon dioxide) and spice extract (paprika), which are extracted/isolated additives used for technological and flavor purposes rather than basic culinary ingredients.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

sugar

Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
OK

salt

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

spice mix (african bird's eye chilli, black pepper, cayenne pepper, coriander, cumin, nutmeg, paprika)
OK

dried onion

Dried form of the onion bulb, used as a seasoning; flavor-concentrated and shelf-stable.
OK

tomato powder

Powdered tomato used as a flavoring or ingredient, a minimally processed dried tomato product.
OK

garlic powder (4%)
OK

herb mix (oregano, parsley)
OK

citric acid

A natural organic acid used to balance acidity and preserve foods; a common food additive.
OK

rapeseed oil

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

dried garlic

Dehydrated garlic cloves ground or whole, used as a pungent seasoning with long shelf life.
UPF

silicon dioxide

A fine, naturally occurring mineral (SiO2) used as an anti-caking agent to prevent clumping in powdered foods and seasonings.
OK

spice extract (paprika)

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Common questions about Nando’s Peri-Peri Rub (medium)

Is Nando’s Peri-Peri Rub (medium) ultra-processed?

Yes — Nando’s Peri-Peri Rub (medium) by Nando's is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives: anti-caking agent (silicon dioxide) and spice extract (paprika), which are extracted/isolated additives used for technological and flavor purposes rather than basic culinary ingredients.

Which ingredients in Nando’s Peri-Peri Rub (medium) are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Nando’s Peri-Peri Rub (medium) as an ultra-processed marker: silicon dioxide. 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.