Nando's

Nandos Peri Peri Sauce Hot

Barcode 6003770007464

Scanned 17 times by Nomi users

Yes — Nandos Peri Peri Sauce Hot is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives used for texture and preservation, including stabilisers (xanthan gum, propylene glycol alginate) and the antioxidant calcium disodium EDTA, which are characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

water

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

white vinegar

Fermented acetic acid solution used as a condiment and preservative.
OK

lemon puree (6%)
OK

onion puree (6%)
OK

salt

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

spices (including african bird's eye chilli)
OK

serrano chilli
OK

vegetable oil (sunflower seeds)
OK

garlic puree

A simple mashed garlic cloves, sometimes with a small amount of oil or salt; used as a flavoring or base ingredient.
OK

stabilisers (xanthan gum, propylene glycol alginate) antioxidant (calcium disodium edta)

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Common questions about Nandos Peri Peri Sauce Hot

Is Nandos Peri Peri Sauce Hot ultra-processed?

Yes — Nandos Peri Peri Sauce Hot by Nando's is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives used for texture and preservation, including stabilisers (xanthan gum, propylene glycol alginate) and the antioxidant calcium disodium EDTA, which are characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods.

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.