Spiced Bean Mix

Barcode 5060415520505

Yes — Spiced Bean Mix is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains natural flavouring, which is an industrially produced additive per NOVA-style criteria. Other ingredients like citric acid are permitted basic additives, but the presence of natural flavouring makes the overall product UPF.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

rice starch

Starch derived from rice used as a thickener or anti-caking agent in foods.
OK

salt

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

haricot beans

Small white beans widely used in French and European cuisine; a staple legume used in soups, stews, and salads.
OK

ginger

A pungent, aromatic rhizome used fresh or dried in cooking and beverages.
OK

cumin

A warm, earthy spice from the seeds of the Cuminum cyminum plant, common in spice blends.
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

black pepper

A common spice made from dried peppercorns of the Piper nigrum plant, used to add pungent heat and aroma to dishes.
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

red chili powder

Ground dried chili peppers used as a spice to add heat and color; a common culinary ingredient in many cuisines.
OK

garam masala

A fragrant spice blend used in Indian cookery, typically containing a mix of ground spices such as cumin, coriander, cardamom, cloves, cinnamon, and pepper.
OK

paprika

A ground spice made from dried red peppers (Capsicum species), used for color and flavor in many cuisines.
OK

citric acid

A weak organic acid found in citrus fruits, commonly used as an acidulant and preservative in foods and beverages.
UPF

natural flavouring

A generic flavoring ingredient derived from natural sources used to impart aroma or taste; may include essential oils or extracts.
OK

onion powder

Dried and ground onion used as a seasoning to impart onion flavor.
OK

garlic powder

Dried, ground garlic used as a convenient, concentrated form of garlic flavoring in cooking.
OK

spices

diverse plant extracts used to flavor foods; can refer to a mix of single or blended seasonings.

Common questions about Spiced Bean Mix

Is Spiced Bean Mix ultra-processed?

Yes — Spiced Bean Mix is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains natural flavouring, which is an industrially produced additive per NOVA-style criteria. Other ingredients like citric acid are permitted basic additives, but the presence of natural flavouring makes the overall product UPF.

Which ingredients in Spiced Bean Mix are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Spiced Bean Mix as an ultra-processed marker: natural flavouring. 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.

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.