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Thai Massaman Curry by BOL
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Thai Massaman Curry

Barcode 5060430292678
Scanned  40  times by Nomi users
Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Thai Massaman Curry is ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid. The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains paprika extract, which is an extracted, industrially processed additive used for color/flavor and falls under NOVA ultra-processed ingredients.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker
  • OK
    water
    Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
  • OK
    chickpeas (12%)
  • OK
    cannellini bean
    A white kidney bean commonly used in Italian cuisine; mild, nutty flavor and creamy texture when cooked.
  • OK
    carrots
    Root vegetable with orange, sweet-tles; commonly eaten raw, roasted, or added to soups and stews.
  • OK
    red lentils (6%)
  • OK
    potato
    A starchy tuber, a common staple food used as a vegetable. Can be prepared in many ways (boiled, fried, baked).
  • OK
    vegetable stock (water, carrots, white onions, salt, leeks, red onions, garlic, kaffir lime leaf, spring onions, fennel, coriander)
  • OK
    bay leaf infusion (water, bay leaf)
  • 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
    white pepper
    A spice ground from ripe peppercorns with the outer husk removed, used to impart mild heat and aroma to dishes.
  • OK
    coconut milk
    A traditional dairy-free milk alternative made from the grated meat of coconuts and water; typically used in Southeast Asian cuisine and desserts.
  • OK
    water (3%)
  • OK
    green beans
    Green beans (haricots verts) are fresh or frozen beans used as a vegetable in dishes.
  • OK
    coconut cream
    Rich, creamy extract from grated coconut flesh; used as a dairy-free fat or base in recipes.
  • OK
    white onion
  • OK
    kale
    A dark leafy green vegetable rich in vitamins A, C, and K, commonly used fresh in salads or cooked as a side dish.
  • OK
    sweet potato
    A starchy root vegetable rich in beta-carotene, fiber, and vitamins. Commonly baked, boiled, or roasted.
  • OK
    lemon juice
    The clear, acidic juice extracted from lemons, used for brightness and acidity in foods and drinks.
  • OK
    ginger
    A pungent, aromatic rhizome used fresh or dried in cooking and beverages.
  • OK
    apple juice
    Juice extracted from apples, commonly consumed as a beverage or base for drinks.
  • 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
    Dried or fresh ripe red peppers used to add heat and flavor to dishes.
  • OK
    salt
    Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
  • OK
    cumin
    A warm, earthy spice from the seeds of the Cuminum cyminum plant, common in spice blends.
  • OK
    garlic
    A bulbous aromatic spice used to impart savory flavor in cooking; can be used fresh, sautéed, roasted, or in powder form.
  • OK
    kaffir lime leaf
  • OK
    coconut oil
    Oil pressed from mature coconuts, used for cooking and baking.
  • OK
    lemon grass
  • OK
    cinnamon
    A sweet-spicy bark spice with warm, woody notes often used in baking and savory dishes.
  • UPF
    paprika extract
    Concentrated flavor ingredient derived from paprika (capsicum) used to impart paprika flavor without the physical pepper pieces.
  • 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
    nutmeg
    A fragrant spice ground from the seeds of the Myristica fragrans tree, used to flavor sweet and savory dishes in small amounts.
  • OK
    cloves
    Dried flower buds of the Syzygium aromaticum, with a warm, pungent, sweet-spicy flavor used whole or ground in spice blends and dishes.

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Common questions about Thai Massaman Curry

Is Thai Massaman Curry ultra-processed?

Yes — Thai Massaman Curry by BOL is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid. The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains paprika extract, which is an extracted, industrially processed additive used for color/flavor and falls under NOVA ultra-processed ingredients.

Which ingredients in Thai Massaman Curry are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Thai Massaman Curry as an ultra-processed marker: paprika extract. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Thai Massaman Curry?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Thai massaman curry by The Spice Tailor. 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.

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