Nomi
UPF Food Scanner
Know what’s really in your food
Get the free app
Gunpower Potato & Lentil Dhal by Tesco Finest
Tesco Finest

Gunpower Potato & Lentil Dhal

Barcode 5059697694912
Scanned  13  times by Nomi users
Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Gunpower Potato & Lentil Dhal is ultra-processed.

The product is ultra-processed because the vegetable stock includes multiple concentrates (onion, carrot, leek, celery, garlic) and cornflour, which are industrially processed ingredients, and sugar is also present in the stock. These extracted/industrial components go beyond basic culinary ingredients, so under the provided rules the presence of such industrially processed ingredients makes the whole product a UPF.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers
  • OK
    vegetable stock [water
  • OK
    sugar
    Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
  • OK
    salt
    Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
  • OK
    onion concentrate
  • UPF
    carrot concentrate
    Concentrated carrot juice or puree used as a flavor/colouring ingredient; a processed vegetable product.
  • OK
    sunflower oil
    A neutral-tasting culinary oil pressed from sunflower seeds, rich in unsaturated fats and commonly used for frying and dressings.
  • OK
    cornflour
    Ground corn starch used as a thickening agent in cooking and baking.
  • OK
    leek concentrate
  • OK
    celery concentrate
  • UPF
    garlic concentrate
  • OK
    nutmeg oill
  • OK
    onion
    A common bulb vegetable used as a base flavor in many cuisines. Crisp, pungent, sweet when cooked.
  • OK
    potato (5%)
  • OK
    red lentils (4%)
  • OK
    spinach
    Leafy green vegetable commonly used as a fresh or cooked ingredient.
  • OK
    haricot beans
    Small white beans widely used in French and European cuisine; a staple legume used in soups, stews, and salads.
  • OK
    red pepper (bell pepper)
    A sweet, crisp red bell pepper pick or fresh pepper used for color, flavor, and nutrition; typically eaten raw or cooked.
  • OK
    chickpeas
    Also known as garbanzo beans; a pale beige legume used in dishes like hummus, stews, and salads.
  • OK
    green lentils (3%)
  • OK
    double cream
    A high-fat dairy cream skimmed from cow’s milk, commonly used for whipping and adding richness to 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
    garlic purée
    Pureed garlic, often used as a flavoring base.
  • OK
    ginger purée
    A smooth paste made from ginger, used to impart ginger flavor in sauces and dishes.
  • OK
    cumin powder
    Ground seeds of Cuminum cyminum, a warm, earthy spice used in various cuisines.
  • OK
    coriander powder
    Ground coriander seeds, a warm, citrusy spice used worldwide in curry blends and seasoning.
  • OK
    butter (milk)
    A dairy fat product made from churning cream; commonly used in cooking and baking.
  • OK
    lemon juice
    The clear, acidic juice extracted from lemons, used for brightness and acidity in foods and drinks.
  • 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
    onion seed
  • OK
    curry leaf
  • 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
    spices
    diverse plant extracts used to flavor foods; can refer to a mix of single or blended seasonings.
  • OK
    chili flakes
    Crushed dried chili peppers used to add heat and flavor to dishes; a common spice.
  • OK
    ginger powder
    Ground dried ginger root, a common spice and flavoring. Not UPF as a basic spice/ingredient.
  • 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
    black pepper py

Swap it for something less processed

See all Ready Meals →

Other ready meals Nomi has checked — these ones aren't ultra-processed.

Common questions about Gunpower Potato & Lentil Dhal

Is Gunpower Potato & Lentil Dhal ultra-processed?

Yes — Gunpower Potato & Lentil Dhal by Tesco Finest is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is ultra-processed because the vegetable stock includes multiple concentrates (onion, carrot, leek, celery, garlic) and cornflour, which are industrially processed ingredients, and sugar is also present in the stock. These extracted/industrial components go beyond basic culinary ingredients, so under the provided rules the presence of such industrially processed ingredients makes the whole product a UPF.

Which ingredients in Gunpower Potato & Lentil Dhal are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Gunpower Potato & Lentil Dhal as ultra-processed markers: carrot concentrate, garlic concentrate. 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.

BBC As seen on The One Show

Scan it yourself,
right in the aisle

This page was shared from Nomi, the free app that tells you instantly whether any food is ultra-processed.

  • Scan any barcode — or photograph the ingredients label
  • Every ingredient explained in plain English
  • Daily check-ins show how food affects how you feel
  • Save favourites and build a healthier shopping list

Free download · No subscription needed to start scanning

Nomi monthly wellbeing report
Nomi scan result screen

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.

Nomi — UPF Scanner Free on iOS & Android
Get the app