Strong Roots

Crispy skinny fries

Barcode 5391528181216

Scanned 72 times by Nomi users

Yes — Crispy skinny fries is ultra-processed.

The product is ultra-processed because it contains paprika extract, which is an industrially processed extract used as a coloring/flavoring agent and is classified as an ultra-processed ingredient in the NOVA system.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

potato 84%
OK

sunflower oil

A neutral-tasting culinary oil pressed from sunflower seeds, rich in unsaturated fats and commonly used for frying and dressings.
OK

potato starch

A basic, finely ground starch derived from potatoes; used as a thickener and binder in foods.
OK

rice flour

A finely milled flour from milled rice, commonly used as a gluten-free thickener or flour substitute in baking and cooking.
OK

amaranth flour

Finely ground flour milled from amaranth seeds, a gluten-free grain alternative.
OK

corn starch

A refined starch extracted from corn, used as a thickening agent in foods.
OK

corn flour

A fine, white powder made from ground corn, used as a thickener in sauces, soups, and baking in some regions (note: in some countries corn flour refers to cornstarch).
OK

salt

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

paprika extract

Concentrated flavor ingredient derived from paprika (capsicum) used to impart paprika flavor without the physical pepper pieces.

Healthier alternatives

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Not Ultra-Processed

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Common questions about Crispy skinny fries

Is Crispy skinny fries ultra-processed?

Yes — Crispy skinny fries by Strong Roots is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is ultra-processed because it contains paprika extract, which is an industrially processed extract used as a coloring/flavoring agent and is classified as an ultra-processed ingredient in the NOVA system.

Which ingredients in Crispy skinny fries are ultra-processed?

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

What are healthier alternatives to Crispy skinny fries?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Quick Cook Crispy French Fries by McCain, French Fries by McCain. 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.

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.