Chicken Curry Filling

Barcode 5063334004514

Yes — Chicken Curry Filling is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredients include modified maize starch, dextrose, palm oil, and colour: paprika extract, which are industrial additives and refined ingredients used to modify texture, stability, and appearance.

Ingredients

4 ultra-processed markers

OK

wheat flour (wheat flour, calcium carbonate, iron, thiamin, niacin)
OK

water

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

cooked chicken (15%)
OK

chicken

A basic animal protein used in many dishes; commonly sold as fresh or processed meat.
OK

cornflour

Ground corn starch used as a thickening agent in cooking and baking.
OK

salt

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

onion

A common bulb vegetable used as a base flavor in many cuisines. Crisp, pungent, sweet when cooked.
OK

cooked chicken (cows milk)
OK

rapeseed oil

A basic culinary oil pressed from rapeseeds (Brassica napus). Used for frying, baking, and dressings. Neutral flavor.
OK

tomato purée

A tomato-based concentrate obtained by cooking down tomatoes, commonly used as a base or seasoning in dishes.
OK

sugar

Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
UPF

modified maize starch

A processed starch, often used as a thickener or binding agent in foods; may be treated to modify properties.
UPF

dextrose

A simple sugar derived from glucose. Commonly used as a sweetener and source of quick energy in foods.
OK

wheat protein

Protein derived from wheat; often used as a gluten-rich ingredient to improve dough structure.
UPF

palm oil

A widely used edible oil pressed from the fruit of oil palms; a basic culinary oil but highly processed in many commercial products.
OK

dehydrated onion

Dehydrated onion is a usable vegetable ingredient obtained by drying onions; a basic food ingredient and not typically UPF.
OK

carrion
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.
UPF

paprika extract

A concentrated pigment derived from paprika used as a colorant in foods.
OK

fengreek
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

excessive
OK

saturated cows milk powder
OK

ginger extract

Common questions about Chicken Curry Filling

Is Chicken Curry Filling ultra-processed?

Yes — Chicken Curry Filling is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredients include modified maize starch, dextrose, palm oil, and colour: paprika extract, which are industrial additives and refined ingredients used to modify texture, stability, and appearance.

Which ingredients in Chicken Curry Filling are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 4 ingredients in Chicken Curry Filling as ultra-processed markers: modified maize starch, dextrose, palm oil, 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.

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.