graze

peri peri crunch

Barcode 5055958706745

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Yes — peri peri crunch is ultra-processed.

The product contains several ultra-processed ingredients according to NOVA, including modified starch (an industrially processed additive) and natural flavouring (a pre-identified UPF ingredient). These additives make the overall product ultra-processed even though it also contains basic ingredients like legumes, flour, and spices.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

roasted corn (37%). coated peas (36%): green peas
OK

starch

Powdered carbohydrate obtained from plants (e.g., corn, potato, tapioca); thickening agent and energy source in foods.
OK

rapeseed oil

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

modified starch

Starch that has been chemically or physically modified to alter its thickening, texture, or stability properties; commonly used as a thickener or stabilizer in processed foods.
OK

sugar

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

wheat flour

A basic flour ground from wheat, often enriched with added minerals and vitamins.
OK

salt. broad bean (23%): broad beans
OK

rapeseed oil. peri peri seasoning (4%): paprika powder
OK

salt

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

dried garlic

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

tomato powder

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

onion powder

Dried and ground onion used as a seasoning to impart onion flavor.
OK

black pepper powder
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

citric acid

A naturally occurring weak organic acid used as an acidity regulator and preservative in foods and beverages.
OK

oregano powder
UPF

natural flavouring

A generic flavoring ingredient derived from natural sources used to impart aroma or taste; may include essential oils or extracts.
OK

cumin powder

Ground seeds of Cuminum cyminum, a warm, earthy spice used in various cuisines.
UPF

paprika extract

A concentrated pigment derived from paprika used as a colorant in foods.
OK

nutmeg

A fragrant spice ground from the seeds of the Myristica fragrans tree, used to flavor sweet and savory dishes in small amounts.

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Common questions about peri peri crunch

Is peri peri crunch ultra-processed?

Yes — peri peri crunch by graze is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product contains several ultra-processed ingredients according to NOVA, including modified starch (an industrially processed additive) and natural flavouring (a pre-identified UPF ingredient). These additives make the overall product ultra-processed even though it also contains basic ingredients like legumes, flour, and spices.

Which ingredients in peri peri crunch are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in peri peri crunch as ultra-processed markers: modified starch, natural flavouring, paprika extract. 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.