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Middle Eastern Harissa Stew by BOL
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Middle Eastern Harissa Stew

Barcode 5060430292715
Scanned  22  times by Nomi users
Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Middle Eastern Harissa Stew is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as UPF because it contains paprika extract, which is an industrially processed extract used as a coloring/flavoring additive. According to the rules, any product containing such UPF ingredients must be considered ultra-processed.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker
  • OK
    water
    Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
  • OK
    chickpeas
    Also known as garbanzo beans; a pale beige legume used in dishes like hummus, stews, and salads.
  • OK
    cannellini bean
    A white kidney bean commonly used in Italian cuisine; mild, nutty flavor and creamy texture when cooked.
  • OK
    tomato paste
    A thick paste made from concentrated tomatoes, used as a base for sauces and soups.
  • OK
    red lentils
  • OK
    potato
    A starchy tuber, a common staple food used as a vegetable. Can be prepared in many ways (boiled, fried, baked).
  • OK
    white onion
  • OK
    tomatoes (tomatoes, acidity regulator: citric acid) (2%)
  • OK
    harissa paste (red peppers)
  • OK
    spice mix (paprika, garlic, cayenne, cumin)
  • OK
    salt
    Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
  • OK
    sunflower oil
    A neutral-tasting culinary oil pressed from sunflower seeds, rich in unsaturated fats and commonly used for frying and dressings.
  • OK
    rapeseed oil
    A basic culinary oil pressed from rapeseeds (Brassica napus). Used for frying, baking, and dressings. Neutral flavor.
  • OK
    grape vinegar
  • OK
    chilli (2%)
  • OK
    rice
    A basic staple grain consumed worldwide, used in a wide range of dishes.
  • OK
    spinach
    Leafy green vegetable commonly used as a fresh or cooked ingredient.
  • OK
    garlic
    A bulbous aromatic spice used to impart savory flavor in cooking; can be used fresh, sautéed, roasted, or in powder form.
  • OK
    cornflour
    Ground corn starch used as a thickening agent in cooking and baking.
  • OK
    brown sugar
    Unrefined or partially refined sugar with molasses giving a brown color and distinctive flavor; a basic sweetener.
  • OK
    ginger
    A pungent, aromatic rhizome used fresh or dried in cooking and beverages.
  • OK
    lemon juice
    The clear, acidic juice extracted from lemons, used for brightness and acidity in foods and drinks.
  • OK
    parsley
    A fresh green herb used to flavor and garnish dishes; commonly added chopped leaves.
  • OK
    balsamic vinegar
    A dark, concentrated vinegar traditionally made from grape must, aged to develop complex flavors.
  • 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.
  • UPF
    paprika extract
    Concentrated flavor ingredient derived from paprika (capsicum) used to impart paprika flavor without the physical pepper pieces.
  • OK
    black pepper
    A common spice made from dried peppercorns of the Piper nigrum plant, used to add pungent heat and aroma to dishes.

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Common questions about Middle Eastern Harissa Stew

Is Middle Eastern Harissa Stew ultra-processed?

Yes — Middle Eastern Harissa Stew by BOL is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as UPF because it contains paprika extract, which is an industrially processed extract used as a coloring/flavoring additive. According to the rules, any product containing such UPF ingredients must be considered ultra-processed.

Which ingredients in Middle Eastern Harissa Stew are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Middle Eastern Harissa Stew as an ultra-processed marker: paprika extract. 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.

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