Nandos

Nandos Medium Marinade 262g

Barcode 6003770008997

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Yes — Nandos Medium Marinade 262g is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains several industrial additives and ingredients characteristic of NOVA group 4, including modified tapioca starch (a pre-identified UPF ingredient), stabilisers (xanthan gum, propylene glycol alginate), colour (plain caramel), lemon flavouring, and refined sugar. These are not typical culinary ingredients used in home kitchens and indicate industrial formulation.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

water

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

onions (11%)
OK

garlic puree (9%)
OK

lemon puree (7%)
OK

tomato paste

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

sunflower oil

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

sugar

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

salt

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

spirit vinegar

A clear, distilled vinegar typically made from fermented alcohol (ethanol) and used for pickling, flavoring, and preservation.
OK

african bird's eye chilli
OK

paprika powder

Ground dried red paprika peppers used as a spice to add color and mild to moderate heat.
UPF

modified tapioca starch

A starch derivative used as a thickener and texturizer; a processed ingredient.
OK

stabilisers (xanthan gum, propylene glycol alginate)
UPF

plain caramel color

A food coloring produced by heating carbohydrates (often corn or sugar) with acids or alkalis to form a caramel color. Common in beverages and snacks.
OK

citric acid

A natural organic acid used to balance acidity and preserve foods; a common food additive.
OK

lemon flavouring
OK

antioxidants (ascorbic acid, rosemary extract)

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Common questions about Nandos Medium Marinade 262g

Is Nandos Medium Marinade 262g ultra-processed?

Yes — Nandos Medium Marinade 262g by Nandos is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains several industrial additives and ingredients characteristic of NOVA group 4, including modified tapioca starch (a pre-identified UPF ingredient), stabilisers (xanthan gum, propylene glycol alginate), colour (plain caramel), lemon flavouring, and refined sugar. These are not typical culinary ingredients used in home kitchens and indicate industrial formulation.

Which ingredients in Nandos Medium Marinade 262g are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Nandos Medium Marinade 262g as ultra-processed markers: modified tapioca starch, plain caramel color. 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.