Fused by fiona

Katsu curry

Barcode 5392000165731

No — Katsu curry is not ultra-processed.

The ingredient list contains only basic culinary ingredients (water, vegetables, spices, standard soy sauce components, oil, vinegar, purées, coconut milk, cornflour, honey). There are no industrial additives, artificial sweeteners, flavourings, emulsifiers, or industrially processed syrups or extracts. Therefore, according to the provided NOVA-based rules, this product is not ultra-processed.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

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water

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

onion

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

honey

A natural sweet viscous liquid produced by bees from floral nectar; widely used as a sweetener in foods.
OK

soy sauce (water, soybea wheat, salt)
OK

coconut milk

A thick, creamy liquid extracted from grated coconut meat, widely used in Asian and tropical cuisines for curries, desserts, and beverages.
OK

ginger purée

A smooth paste made from ginger, used to impart ginger flavor in sauces and dishes.
OK

rice wine vinegar

A mild, fermented vinegar made from rice wine, used for pickling, dressings, and sauces.
OK

garlic purée

Pureed garlic, often used as a flavoring base.
OK

sunflower oil

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

tomato paste

Concentrated tomato juice cooked down to a thick, concentrated concentrate used as a base or flavoring in sauces and dishes.
OK

concentrated lime juice

A concentrated form of juice pressed from limes, usually used as a souring agent and flavoring in beverages and recipes.
OK

curry spices
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cornflour

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

turmeric

A bright orange-yellow root commonly used as a spice and for its active compound curcumin, with warm, earthy, slightly peppery flavor.
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ground cumin

A spice made from dried, ground seeds of Cuminum cyminum. Warm, earthy, slightly citrusy flavor commonly used in Indian, Middle Eastern, and Mexican cuisines.

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Common questions about Katsu curry

Is Katsu curry ultra-processed?

No — Katsu curry by Fused by fiona is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list contains only basic culinary ingredients (water, vegetables, spices, standard soy sauce components, oil, vinegar, purées, coconut milk, cornflour, honey). There are no industrial additives, artificial sweeteners, flavourings, emulsifiers, or industrially processed syrups or extracts. Therefore, according to the provided NOVA-based rules, this product is not ultra-processed.

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?

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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.