Ice kitchen

Thai red curry paste

Barcode 5060395591786

No — Thai red curry paste is not ultra-processed.

All ingredients are basic foods or culinary ingredients (water, coconut cream, herbs, spices, dark brown sugar, sea salt) with no industrial additives, refined syrups, emulsifiers, or flavorings, so this is not ultra-processed under NOVA.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

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water

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

coconut cream

Rich, creamy extract from grated coconut flesh; used as a dairy-free fat or base in recipes.
OK

lemongrass

A tall, aromatic grass with citrusy notes used fresh or dried in soups, curries, and teas.
OK

red chili

Dried or fresh ripe red peppers used to add heat and flavor to dishes.
OK

shallots

A small bulbous member of the onion family with a milder, sweeter flavour than onions; used fresh or cooked.
OK

garlic

A bulbous aromatic spice used to impart savory flavor in cooking; can be used fresh, sautéed, roasted, or in powder form.
OK

dark brown sugar (sugar, cane molasses)
OK

kaffir lime zest
OK

galangal
OK

sea salt

A basic mineral-rich salt derived from evaporated seawater, used as a seasoning and preservative.
OK

turmeric

A bright orange-yellow root commonly used as a spice and for its active compound curcumin, with warm, earthy, slightly peppery flavor.

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Common questions about Thai red curry paste

Is Thai red curry paste ultra-processed?

No — Thai red curry paste by Ice kitchen is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). All ingredients are basic foods or culinary ingredients (water, coconut cream, herbs, spices, dark brown sugar, sea salt) with no industrial additives, refined syrups, emulsifiers, or flavorings, so this is not ultra-processed 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.

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.