Tesco

Arrabbiata

Barcode 5050179691191

Scanned 20 times by Nomi users

No — Arrabbiata is not ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid and consists only of basic culinary ingredients (tomato, water, tomato juice, chilli, onion, sugar, olive oil, garlic puree, sea salt, parsley). There are no industrial additives, refined syrups, emulsifiers, flavor enhancers, or other markers of ultra-processing under NOVA, so this is not classified as an ultra-processed food.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

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tomato (60%)
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water

Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
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tomato juice

Liquid extracted from tomatoes, used as a beverage or base for sauces.
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red chill (3.5%) onion
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sugar

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

A basic culinary oil pressed from olives, used for cooking, dressing, and flavor.
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garlic puree

A simple mashed garlic cloves, sometimes with a small amount of oil or salt; used as a flavoring or base ingredient.
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sea salt

A basic mineral-rich salt derived from evaporated seawater, used as a seasoning and preservative.
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parsley

A fresh green herb used to flavor and garnish dishes; commonly added chopped leaves.
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dried red chilli
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extra virgin olive oil

A high-quality, cold-pressed olive oil pressed from olives, used as a cooking oil and dressing; basic culinary ingredient.

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Common questions about Arrabbiata

Is Arrabbiata ultra-processed?

No — Arrabbiata by Tesco is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid and consists only of basic culinary ingredients (tomato, water, tomato juice, chilli, onion, sugar, olive oil, garlic puree, sea salt, parsley). There are no industrial additives, refined syrups, emulsifiers, flavor enhancers, or other markers of ultra-processing under NOVA, so this is not classified as an ultra-processed food.

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.