Creamy Garlic Sauce

Barcode 5901044024364

Yes — Creamy Garlic Sauce is ultra-processed.

This creamy garlic sauce is classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives such as coloring and preservatives, which are characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods. The rest of the ingredients (water, sugar, sunflower oil, spices, paprika, egg yolk, mustard, cream, black pepper, salt, sour cream, garlic, roasted garlic) are basic culinary ingredients and would not on their own make the product ultra-processed, but the presence of these additives does.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

water

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

sugar

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

sunflower oil

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

spices

diverse plant extracts used to flavor foods; can refer to a mix of single or blended seasonings.
OK

paprika

A ground spice made from dried red peppers (Capsicum species), used for color and flavor in many cuisines.
OK

egg yolk

The yellow portion of a chicken egg, rich in fats and proteins, used to enrich sauces, custards, and baked goods.
OK

mustard

Seeds and/or prepared mustard used as a spice or condiment; a basic spice/condiment ingredient in cooking.
OK

cream

A dairy product consisting of the high-fat layer skimmed from milk; commonly used as a ingredient to add richness and fat to dishes.
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

salt

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

sour cream

A dairy product made from cream that has been cultured with lactic acid bacteria, resulting in a tangy, thick dairy product.
OK

garlic

A bulbous aromatic spice used to impart savory flavor in cooking; can be used fresh, sautéed, roasted, or in powder form.
OK

roasted garlic

Garlic cloves that have been roasted to develop a sweeter, milder flavor.
UPF

coloring (color additive)

A coloring agent used to impart color to foods; can be synthetic or natural in origin.
UPF

preservatives

Substances added to foods to prevent spoilage and extend shelf life; can be natural or synthetic.

Common questions about Creamy Garlic Sauce

Is Creamy Garlic Sauce ultra-processed?

Yes — Creamy Garlic Sauce is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This creamy garlic sauce is classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives such as coloring and preservatives, which are characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods. The rest of the ingredients (water, sugar, sunflower oil, spices, paprika, egg yolk, mustard, cream, black pepper, salt, sour cream, garlic, roasted garlic) are basic culinary ingredients and would not on their own make the product ultra-processed, but the presence of these additives does.

Which ingredients in Creamy Garlic Sauce are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Creamy Garlic Sauce as ultra-processed markers: coloring (color additive), preservatives. 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.