Chinese Curry Sauce

Barcode 5052449668674

Yes — Chinese Curry Sauce is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredients list includes industrial additives and extracts such as glucose syrup, maltodextrin, and yeast extract, which are hallmarks of ultra-processed foods under the NOVA system.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

dien (12%)
OK

peas (6%) rapeseed oil
OK

fenugreek (ground)

Ground seeds of the fenugreek plant (Trigonella foenum-graecum), used as a spice with a warm, slightly bitter, nutty flavor and a hint of maple-like sweetness.
OK

salt

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

turmeric

A bright orange-yellow root commonly used as a spice and for its active compound curcumin, with warm, earthy, slightly peppery flavor.
OK

ground salt
OK

cum turmeric
OK

sugar

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

glucose syrup

A processed syrup made from starch (usually corn) consisting mainly of glucose; commonly used as a sweetener and thickener.
UPF

yeast extract

A flavor-enhancing extract produced from yeast cells, rich in amino acids and natural glutamates, commonly used to augment savory flavors.
OK

y regulator (lactic acid)
OK

chinese style curry seasoning powder and [coconut milk powder
UPF

maltodextrin

A white powder made from starch that has been partially hydrolyzed; used as a thickener or filler and widely used as a food additive.
OK

sodium m gapowder
OK

chilli powder

Ground dried chili peppers used as a spice to add heat and flavor in dishes. It is a basic single-ingredient spice.
OK

fenugreek
OK

onion see powder [salt
OK

soybeans

Mature seeds of Glycine max, a legume used to produce many soy-based foods and products.
OK

ground cloves]
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

onion purée

A smooth paste made from onions, used to add sweetness and body to dishes.
OK

ground black pepper

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

cassia (chinese cinnamon)

Bark from Cinnamomum cassia, closely related to true cinnamon with a strong, sweet-spicy flavor; used ground or as sticks in baking and savory dishes.
OK

ground cloves. s including cereals containing gluten
OK

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Common questions about Chinese Curry Sauce

Is Chinese Curry Sauce ultra-processed?

Yes — Chinese Curry Sauce is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredients list includes industrial additives and extracts such as glucose syrup, maltodextrin, and yeast extract, which are hallmarks of ultra-processed foods under the NOVA system.

Which ingredients in Chinese Curry Sauce are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Chinese Curry Sauce as ultra-processed markers: glucose syrup, yeast extract, maltodextrin. 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?

Scan any barcode — or photograph the ingredients label — with the free Nomi app for iOS and Android. You'll get an instant ultra-processed verdict with every ingredient explained in plain English.

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.