Asda

Chipotle paste

Barcode 5057172332496

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No — Chipotle paste is not ultra-processed.

The ingredient list contains only basic culinary ingredients (vinegars, vegetable oil, vegetables, herbs, spices, sugar, and salt). There are no industrial additives, refined syrups, emulsifiers, artificial sweeteners, flavourings, or other markers of ultra-processing according to NOVA.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

white wine vinegar (contains sulphites)
OK

onion purée

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

chipotle chillies (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

water

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

rapeseed oil

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

demerara sugar (contains sulphites)
OK

balsamic vinegar (contains sulphites) [wine vinegar
OK

grape must]
OK

garlic purée

Pureed garlic, often used as a flavoring base.
OK

smoked paprika

A spice made from dried, smoked, and ground red peppers (pimentón). Rich, sweet-smoky flavor with mild heat used in numerous cuisines including Spanish dishes.
OK

salt

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

chipotle chilli powder (3%)
OK

cumin

A warm, earthy spice from the seeds of the Cuminum cyminum plant, common in spice blends.
OK

thyme

A small, woody perennial herb with fragrant leaves used to flavor dishes, soups, and stews.
OK

oregano

A dried aromatic herb used as a spice in cooking, with a warm, slightly bitter flavor.

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Common questions about Chipotle paste

Is Chipotle paste ultra-processed?

No — Chipotle paste by Asda is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list contains only basic culinary ingredients (vinegars, vegetable oil, vegetables, herbs, spices, sugar, and salt). There are no industrial additives, refined syrups, emulsifiers, artificial sweeteners, flavourings, or other markers of ultra-processing according to NOVA.

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.