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Perinaise Peri-Peri Mayonnaise Mild by Nando’s
Nando’s

Perinaise Peri-Peri Mayonnaise Mild

Barcode 6003770009130
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Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Perinaise Peri-Peri Mayonnaise Mild is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredients include industrial stabilisers and additives such as xanthan gum, propylene glycol alginate, guar gum, potassium sorbate, and calcium disodium EDTA, which are characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods.

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
  • OK
    cider vinegar
    Fermented apple cider turned into a sour, acidic liquid used for dressings and as a flavoring.
  • 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 chilli, garlic, stabilisers [xanthan gum, propylene glycol alginate)
  • OK
    antioxidants (ascorbic acid, rosemary extract) 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 Peri-Peri Mayonnaise Mild

Is Perinaise Peri-Peri Mayonnaise Mild ultra-processed?

Yes — Perinaise Peri-Peri Mayonnaise Mild by Nando’s is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredients include industrial stabilisers and additives such as xanthan gum, propylene glycol alginate, guar gum, potassium sorbate, and calcium disodium EDTA, which are characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods.

Which ingredients in Perinaise Peri-Peri Mayonnaise Mild are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Perinaise Peri-Peri Mayonnaise Mild as ultra-processed markers: guar gum, potassium sorbate, calcium disodium edta. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Perinaise Peri-Peri Mayonnaise Mild?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including SO organic Mayonnaise by Sainsbury's, Real Mayonnaise by Stokes, Duchy Organic Mayonnaise by Waitrose & Partners. See the healthier alternatives above for details.

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.

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