Asda

Bolognese Pasta Sauce

Barcode 5052449668650

Scanned 14 times by Nomi users

Yes — Bolognese Pasta Sauce is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains modified maize starch, which is an industrially processed additive. According to the given rules, the presence of any such UPF ingredient makes the entire product UPF.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

tomatoes (78%)
OK

tomato purée concentrate (10%)
OK

water

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

onions

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

modified maize starch

A processed starch, often used as a thickener or binding agent in foods; may be treated to modify properties.
OK

sugar

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

lemon juice from concentrate

Lemon juice that has been concentrated and often reconstituted for liquid use in cooking and beverages.
OK

salt

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

herbs

A general category of culinary herbs (fresh or dried leaves) used to flavor dishes.
OK

garlic purée

Pureed garlic, often used as a flavoring base.
OK

rapeseed oil

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

citric acid

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

ground black pepper

A fine powder made by grinding peppercorns (Piper nigrum); a common, pungent spice used to season savory dishes.
OK

no artificial colours or flavours

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Common questions about Bolognese Pasta Sauce

Is Bolognese Pasta Sauce ultra-processed?

Yes — Bolognese Pasta Sauce by Asda is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains modified maize starch, which is an industrially processed additive. According to the given rules, the presence of any such UPF ingredient makes the entire product UPF.

Which ingredients in Bolognese Pasta Sauce are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Bolognese Pasta Sauce as an ultra-processed marker: modified maize starch. 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.