Nandos

Perinaise, Mild

Barcode 6003770008867

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Yes — Perinaise, Mild is ultra-processed.

Not a great choice for everyday; it contains several industrial additives.

This mayonnaise is ultra-processed because it contains several industrial additives and formulations: xanthan gum and propylene glycol alginate as stabilisers, guar gum as a stabiliser, potassium sorbate as a preservative, and calcium disodium EDTA as an antioxidant/preservative. These additives are the contributing factors under the specified NOVA-based criteria. The product also contains a prepared peri-peri sauce, but the listed stabilisers, preservative, and antioxidant are sufficient to classify it as UPF.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

water

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

rapeseed oil (27%)
OK

sugar

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

vinegar (distilled vinegar, cider vinegar)
OK

corn starch

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

egg and egg yolks
OK

salt

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

medium peri-peri sauce (water, distilled vinegar, onion, salt, lemon, sunflower seed oil, spices, green chili, garlic, stabilisers [xanthan gum, propylene glycol alginate)
OK

antioxidants (ascorbic acid, rosemary extract])
OK

spices (cayenne pepper, paprika, mustard, white and black pepper)
UPF

guar gum

A plant-derived polysaccharide used as a thickener and stabiliser in a wide range of foods.
UPF

potassium sorbate

Potassium sorbate is a widely used food preservative that inhibits the growth of molds, yeast, and some bacteria to extend shelf life.
UPF

calcium disodium edta

A chelating agent and antioxidant used in small amounts in food to bind trace metals and extend shelf-life.

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Common questions about Perinaise, Mild

Is Perinaise, Mild ultra-processed?

Yes — Perinaise, Mild by Nandos is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This mayonnaise is ultra-processed because it contains several industrial additives and formulations: xanthan gum and propylene glycol alginate as stabilisers, guar gum as a stabiliser, potassium sorbate as a preservative, and calcium disodium EDTA as an antioxidant/preservative. These additives are the contributing factors under the specified NOVA-based criteria. The product also contains a prepared peri-peri sauce, but the listed stabilisers, preservative, and antioxidant are sufficient to classify it as UPF.

Which ingredients in Perinaise, Mild are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Perinaise, Mild as ultra-processed markers: guar gum, potassium sorbate, calcium disodium edta. 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?

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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.