Tesco

Soy, Garlic & Chilli Paste

Barcode 5059697254338

Scanned 6 times by Nomi users

Yes — Soy, Garlic & Chilli Paste is ultra-processed.

Contains yeast extract, which is an industrially processed flavour enhancer, making the product ultra-processed according to NOVA. Other ingredients like cornflour and citric acid are not UPF by themselves, but the presence of yeast extract is sufficient to classify the product as UPF.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

soy sauce (22%) water
OK

soybean

A legume native to East Asia; edible seeds used for oil, tofu, soy products, and animal feed.
OK

wheat flour. salt
OK

ethanol. garlic purée (15%)
OK

onion purée

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

rice vinegar. water. sugar. red chill purée (8%). ginger purée
OK

cornflour. yeast extract. acidity regulator (citric acid)
OK

salt

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

Common questions about Soy, Garlic & Chilli Paste

Is Soy, Garlic & Chilli Paste ultra-processed?

Yes — Soy, Garlic & Chilli Paste by Tesco is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Contains yeast extract, which is an industrially processed flavour enhancer, making the product ultra-processed according to NOVA. Other ingredients like cornflour and citric acid are not UPF by themselves, but the presence of yeast extract is sufficient to classify the product as UPF.

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.