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Rich Black Dahl With Black Lentils & Coconut Cream by Merchant Gourmet
Merchant Gourmet

Rich Black Dahl With Black Lentils & Coconut Cream

Barcode 5056215600486
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Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Rich Black Dahl With Black Lentils & Coconut Cream is ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid. The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives and extracts including stabiliser guar gum, yeast extract, dextrose, onion extract, pepper extract, celery extract, marjoram extract, thyme extract, and sage extract, which fall under NOVA group 4. It also contains other minor processing aids and extracts beyond basic culinary ingredients.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers
  • OK
    cooked black lentils (70%) (water, black lentils)
  • OK
    coconut cream (10%)
  • OK
    tomato paste
    Concentrated tomato juice cooked down to a thick, concentrated concentrate used as a base or flavoring in sauces and dishes.
  • OK
    tomato
    A round, red fruit commonly used as a vegetable in cooking. Mostly water with sugars, fiber, and micronutrients like vitamin C and potassium.
  • OK
    onion (2.0%)
  • OK
    vegetable oil (sunflower oil and/or rapeseed oil)
  • OK
    tomato juice
    Liquid extracted from tomatoes, used as a beverage or base for sauces.
  • OK
    onion powder (0.8%)
  • OK
    coriander leaf
    Coriander leaves (cilantro) from the Coriandrum sativum plant, used fresh or dried for aroma and garnish.
  • OK
    mustard seed (0.8%)
  • OK
    coriander powder
    Ground coriander seeds, a warm, citrusy spice used worldwide in curry blends and seasoning.
  • OK
    sugar
    Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
  • OK
    cumin powder (0.5%)
  • OK
    salt
    Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
  • OK
    garlic powder
    Dried, ground garlic used as a convenient, concentrated form of garlic flavoring in cooking.
  • OK
    ginger powder
    Ground dried ginger root, a common spice and flavoring. Not UPF as a basic spice/ingredient.
  • OK
    ground cinnamon
    A finely ground spice obtained from the inner bark of Cinnamomum trees, with warm, sweet-aromatic flavor used for seasoning and baking.
  • OK
    black pepper
    A common spice made from dried peppercorns of the Piper nigrum plant, used to add pungent heat and aroma to dishes.
  • OK
    stabiliser: guar gum; potato starch
  • UPF
    yeast extract
    A flavor-enhancing extract produced from yeast cells, rich in amino acids and natural glutamates, commonly used to augment savory flavors.
  • UPF
    dextrose
    A simple sugar derived from glucose. Commonly used as a sweetener and source of quick energy in foods.
  • OK
    basil
    A leafy herb used fresh or dried to flavor dishes; not typically processed as a food ingredient beyond drying or freshness.
  • 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
    turmeric powder
    A bright-orange, finely ground spice from the rhizome of Curcuma longa, used for color and flavor in many cuisines; commonly used in curry blends and as a seasoning.
  • 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
    dill
    Fragrant herb used to flavor dishes and pickles; delicate fronds and seeds.
  • OK
    onion extract (0.1%)
  • OK
    caraway
    A spice derived from the seeds of Carum carvi, with a warm, sweet, anise-like flavor used in breads, curries, and pickles.
  • OK
    cayenne pepper
    Dried and ground hot chili pepper (Capsicum annuum) known for its fiery heat, used to add pungency and warmth to dishes.
  • OK
    carrot powder
    Dried, milled carrot used as a powder for flavoring or coloring; a single-ingredient, minimally processed pantry item.
  • OK
    fennel seed
  • OK
    paprika
    A ground spice made from dried red peppers (Capsicum species), used for color and flavor in many cuisines.
  • OK
    clove powder
    A finely ground spice made from dried flower buds of the clove tree (Syzygium aromaticum), used for warm, aromatic flavoring.
  • OK
    parsley
    A fresh green herb used to flavor and garnish dishes; commonly added chopped leaves.
  • OK
    pepper extract
    A flavoring extract derived from black pepper, used to impart pepper flavor in foods.
  • OK
    celery extract
  • OK
    colour: curcumin; marjoram extract
  • UPF
    thyme extract
    Concentrated flavor extract derived from thyme used to impart thyme flavor in dishes.
  • OK
    sage extract. allergens: for allergens
  • OK
    see ingredients in bold

Healthier alternatives

Reviewed by Nomi

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Common questions about Rich Black Dahl With Black Lentils & Coconut Cream

Is Rich Black Dahl With Black Lentils & Coconut Cream ultra-processed?

Yes — Rich Black Dahl With Black Lentils & Coconut Cream by Merchant Gourmet is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid. The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives and extracts including stabiliser guar gum, yeast extract, dextrose, onion extract, pepper extract, celery extract, marjoram extract, thyme extract, and sage extract, which fall under NOVA group 4. It also contains other minor processing aids and extracts beyond basic culinary ingredients.

Which ingredients in Rich Black Dahl With Black Lentils & Coconut Cream are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Rich Black Dahl With Black Lentils & Coconut Cream as ultra-processed markers: yeast extract, dextrose, thyme extract. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Rich Black Dahl With Black Lentils & Coconut Cream?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Puy Lentils & French green lentils by Merchant Gourmet, Beluga Lentils by Merchant Gourmet. See the healthier alternatives above for details.

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.

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