ASDA

KORMA COOKING SAUCE

Barcode 5057172101023

Yes — KORMA COOKING SAUCE is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains modified maize starch and acidity regulator (lactic acid), which are industrial additives used to modify texture and acidity. According to the NOVA classification, the presence of such additives makes the product ultra-processed, even though many other ingredients (water, tomato purée, yogurt, onions, creamed coconut, sugar, cream, spices, ginger purée, garlic purée, rapeseed oil, salt) are minimally processed or culinary ingredients.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

water

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

tomato purée from concentrate
OK

yogurt (milk) (5%)
OK

onions

CommonAllium vegetable used as a base flavor and aromatics in cooking. Fresh, dried, or cooked onion can be used in many dishes.
OK

creamed coconut (4%)
OK

sugar

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

modified maize starch

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

double cream (milk) (3%)
OK

desiccated coconut

Finely shredded dried coconut meat with a mild, sweet coconut flavor commonly used in baking and confectionery.
OK

spices

diverse plant extracts used to flavor foods; can refer to a mix of single or blended seasonings.
OK

whole milk powder

Whole milk powder is made by evaporating milk to dryness. It is a convenient form of milk that can be reconstituted with water. It is used in baking, confectionery, and as a milk substitute in various recipes.
OK

ginger purée

A smooth paste made from ginger, used to impart ginger flavor in sauces and 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

salt

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

cream powder (milk)

Dried cream, a dairy product with fat and protein; a processed dairy ingredient used to impart creaminess in foods.
UPF

lactic acid

A naturally occurring organic acid used as a acidity regulator and preservative in foods; often added as E270 to adjust pH and inhibit microbial growth.
OK

whey powder

Dairy-derived protein powder from whey, commonly used in supplements and baked goods.
OK

onion powder allergy advice! for allergens
OK

see ingredients in bold. may also contain nuts. notartificial colours
OK

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OK

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OK

leeds lsti 5ad/ asda
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Common questions about KORMA COOKING SAUCE

Is KORMA COOKING SAUCE ultra-processed?

Yes — KORMA COOKING 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 and acidity regulator (lactic acid), which are industrial additives used to modify texture and acidity. According to the NOVA classification, the presence of such additives makes the product ultra-processed, even though many other ingredients (water, tomato purée, yogurt, onions, creamed coconut, sugar, cream, spices, ginger purée, garlic purée, rapeseed oil, salt) are minimally processed or culinary ingredients.

Which ingredients in KORMA COOKING SAUCE are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in KORMA COOKING SAUCE as ultra-processed markers: modified maize starch, lactic acid. 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.