Nando's

Nando's. Sweet Chilli Jam MEDIUM

Barcode 6003770009178

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Yes — Nando's. Sweet Chilli Jam MEDIUM is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains caramel colour, an added colouring, and citrus fibre, an extracted additive ingredient. These industrial additives place the product in the ultra-processed (NOVA 4) category, even though many other ingredients are basic culinary components.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

tomatoes

Fresh or ripe tomato fruit, commonly used as a base in sauces and salads.
OK

sugar

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

vinegar (contains sulphites)
OK

water

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

tomato paste

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

red onion (4,7%)
OK

red chilli (4,5%)
OK

corn starch

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

spice mix (cayenne pepper, african bird's eye chilli)
OK

garlic purée

Pureed garlic, often used as a flavoring base.
OK

citrus fibre

Fibrous material derived from citrus fruits, used as dietary fiber and texturizer in foods.
OK

colour (caramel)
OK

salt

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

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Common questions about Nando's. Sweet Chilli Jam MEDIUM

Is Nando's. Sweet Chilli Jam MEDIUM ultra-processed?

Yes — Nando's. Sweet Chilli Jam MEDIUM by Nando's is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains caramel colour, an added colouring, and citrus fibre, an extracted additive ingredient. These industrial additives place the product in the ultra-processed (NOVA 4) category, even though many other ingredients are basic culinary components.

What are healthier alternatives to Nando's. Sweet Chilli Jam MEDIUM?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Sweet Chilli Sauce by M&S Food, Marks & Spencer, Lingham's Chili Sauce by LINGHAM'S. 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.

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.