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Chicken tikka by The Gym Kitchen
The Gym Kitchen

Chicken tikka

Barcode 5060084345539
Scanned  44  times by Nomi users
Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Chicken tikka is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains yogurt powder (milk), which is a pre-identified UPF ingredient. This industrially processed dairy powder contributes to the UPF classification, even though many other ingredients are minimally processed whole foods and spices.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker
  • OK
    cooked spiced brown rice with tomato passata
    A prepared grain dish featuring brown rice spiced and mixed with tomato passata; may be used as a base or filling.
  • OK
    water
    Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
  • OK
    brown rice
    Whole grain rice with bran layer; commonly used as a staple carbohydrate.
  • OK
    onions
    A bulbous vegetable used as a staple aromatic and flavoring in many cuisines.
  • OK
    coconut milk
    A thick, creamy liquid extracted from grated coconut meat, widely used in Asian and tropical cuisines for curries, desserts, and beverages.
  • 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
    salt
    Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
  • OK
    cumin seeds
    Flat, boat-shaped seeds from the cumin plant, offering a warm, earthy, citrusy aroma used in spice blends and cooking.
  • OK
    turmeric
    A bright orange-yellow root commonly used as a spice and for its active compound curcumin, with warm, earthy, slightly peppery flavor.
  • 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
    cardamom
    A small aromatic seed (or pod) used as a spice with a strong, sweet, floral and citrusy aroma.
  • OK
    cinnamon powder
    Ground cinnamon spice used for flavoring sweet and savory dishes.
  • OK
    cooked marinated chicken breast
    Chicken breast that has been cooked and marinated for flavor; commonly used as a protein component in dishes.
  • OK
    tomato paste
    Concentrated tomato juice cooked down to a thick, concentrated concentrate used as a base or flavoring in sauces and dishes.
  • OK
    ginger puree
    Pureed form of ginger root, used as a flavoring or base for sauces and soups.
  • UPF
    yogurt powder (milk)
    Dried yogurt powder derived from milk, used as a dairy ingredient in mixes and snacks.
  • OK
    cornflour
    Ground corn starch used as a thickening agent in cooking and baking.
  • OK
    green chilli purée
  • OK
    fenugreek
  • OK
    coriander powder
    Ground coriander seeds, a warm, citrusy spice used worldwide in curry blends and seasoning.
  • OK
    cumin powder
    Ground seeds of Cuminum cyminum, a warm, earthy spice used in various cuisines.
  • OK
    ginger powder
    Ground dried ginger root, a common spice and flavoring. Not UPF as a basic spice/ingredient.
  • OK
    ground cinnamon
    A finely ground spice obtained from the inner bark of Cinnamomum trees, with warm, sweet-aromatic flavor used for seasoning and baking.
  • 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
    mace
    The lacy aril (red covering) of the nutmeg seed, dried and ground for a warm, aromatic, spicy flavor.
  • OK
    star anise
    A dried fruit of Illicium verum, used whole or ground as a spice and flavoring.
  • OK
    basil flakes
    Dried basil leaves that are crushed or flaked for use as an herb.
  • OK
    cauliflower
    A white, mild cruciferous vegetable used in a wide range of dishes.
  • OK
    green lentils
    Small dried seeds of Lens culinaris, a legume rich in protein and fiber.
  • OK
    spring greens
    Young leafy greens, often a mix of tender brassica leaves used in salads and cooking.

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Common questions about Chicken tikka

Is Chicken tikka ultra-processed?

Yes — Chicken tikka by The Gym Kitchen is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains yogurt powder (milk), which is a pre-identified UPF ingredient. This industrially processed dairy powder contributes to the UPF classification, even though many other ingredients are minimally processed whole foods and spices.

Which ingredients in Chicken tikka are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Chicken tikka as an ultra-processed marker: yogurt powder (milk). See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Chicken tikka?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Tikka masala simmer sauce by Biona Organic, Tailor Original Tikka Masala by The Spice Tailor, Tikka Masala Curry Paste by Geo Organics. See the healthier alternatives above for details.

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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