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Indian inspired onion bhaji rice salad by Tesco
Tesco

Indian inspired onion bhaji rice salad

Barcode 5059512733086
Scanned  8  times by Nomi users
Not Ultra-Processed

No — Indian inspired onion bhaji rice salad is not ultra-processed.

The ingredient list consists only of basic foods and standard culinary ingredients (lentils, rice, vegetables, yogurt, spices, basic vinegar, sugar, cornflour, concentrated lemon juice, egg yolk). There are no industrially processed additives such as artificial sweeteners, flavor enhancers, emulsifiers, thickeners, or refined industrial syrups. Therefore this does not meet the criteria for an ultra-processed food under NOVA.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers
  • OK
    green lentils
    Dried legumes that cook into a soft, earthy-tasting legume. Common staple in soups and stews.
  • OK
    cooked long grain rice [water
  • OK
    long grain rice]
  • OK
    onion bhaji (11%) [onion
  • OK
    yellow pea flour
    Finely ground flour made from yellow split peas, used as a gluten-free legume ingredient.
  • OK
    split chickpeas
  • OK
    ginger
    A pungent, aromatic rhizome used fresh or dried in cooking and beverages.
  • OK
    rapeseed oil
    A basic culinary oil pressed from rapeseeds (Brassica napus). Used for frying, baking, and dressings. Neutral flavor.
  • OK
    spices
    diverse plant extracts used to flavor foods; can refer to a mix of single or blended seasonings.
  • OK
    chilli
    Chilli (chili pepper) is a pungent fruit used to add heat and spice to dishes. It is a natural plant product and widely used as a basic food ingredient.
  • OK
    salt
    Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
  • 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
    ground rose petals]
  • OK
    sweet potato
    A starchy root vegetable rich in beta-carotene, fiber, and vitamins. Commonly baked, boiled, or roasted.
  • OK
    water
    Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
  • OK
    chickpeas
    Also known as garbanzo beans; a pale beige legume used in dishes like hummus, stews, and salads.
  • OK
    onion
    A common bulb vegetable used as a base flavor in many cuisines. Crisp, pungent, sweet when cooked.
  • OK
    black turtle beans
    Small dark beans with a creamy texture and mild flavor; typically used in Latin American and Caribbean dishes.
  • OK
    spinach
    Leafy green vegetable commonly used as a fresh or cooked ingredient.
  • OK
    carrot
    A root vegetable used widely in cooking for sweetness, texture, and color.
  • OK
    low fat yogurt (milk)
    A dairy product from milk with reduced fat content. Contains live cultures in many brands.
  • OK
    coriander (cilantro seeds)
    Dried seeds of the coriander plant (Coriandrum sativum). Warm, citrusy flavor used ground or as whole seeds in spice blends and curries.
  • OK
    spirit vinegar
    A clear, distilled vinegar typically made from fermented alcohol (ethanol) and used for pickling, flavoring, and preservation.
  • 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
    sugar
    Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
  • OK
    tomato paste
    Concentrated tomato juice cooked down to a thick, concentrated concentrate used as a base or flavoring in sauces and dishes.
  • OK
    cornflour
    Ground corn starch used as a thickening agent in cooking and baking.
  • OK
    mint
    A fresh herb with aromatic leaves used to flavor and garnish dishes, beverages, and desserts.
  • OK
    lemon juice concentrate
    Lemon juice that has been concentrated by removing water; used as a souring agent or flavoring in foods.
  • OK
    pasteurised egg yolk
    Egg yolk that has been pasteurized to reduce microbial risk; used as a rich emulsifier and binding ingredient in sauces and pastries.

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Common questions about Indian inspired onion bhaji rice salad

Is Indian inspired onion bhaji rice salad ultra-processed?

No — Indian inspired onion bhaji rice salad by Tesco is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list consists only of basic foods and standard culinary ingredients (lentils, rice, vegetables, yogurt, spices, basic vinegar, sugar, cornflour, concentrated lemon juice, egg yolk). There are no industrially processed additives such as artificial sweeteners, flavor enhancers, emulsifiers, thickeners, or refined industrial syrups. Therefore this does not meet the criteria for an ultra-processed food under 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.

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