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Pindi chana aloo

Pindi chana aloo

Barcode 8901047816161
Not Ultra-Processed

No — Pindi chana aloo is not ultra-processed.

All ingredients listed are basic culinary ingredients or traditional spice mixes (chana masala, garam masala) with no industrial additives, refined syrups, artificial sweeteners, or emulsifiers. Therefore, this product is not ultra-processed according to NOVA.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers
  • OK
    water. chickpea (18.10%)
  • OK
    tomato (10.77%)
  • OK
    onion
    A common bulb vegetable used as a base flavor in many cuisines. Crisp, pungent, sweet when cooked.
  • OK
    potato (4:35%). sunfiower oil
  • OK
    ginger (1.54%)
  • OK
    chana masala
  • OK
    coriander (cilantro seeds)
    Dried seeds of the coriander plant (Coriandrum sativum). Warm, citrusy flavor used ground or as whole seeds in spice blends and curries.
  • OK
    mango pawder (0.7)
  • OK
    cumin
    A warm, earthy spice from the seeds of the Cuminum cyminum plant, common in spice blends.
  • OK
    salt
    Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
  • OK
    garlic
    A bulbous aromatic spice used to impart savory flavor in cooking; can be used fresh, sautéed, roasted, or in powder form.
  • OK
    red chili powder
    Ground dried chili peppers used as a spice to add heat and color; a common culinary ingredient in many cuisines.
  • OK
    garam masala
    A fragrant spice blend used in Indian cookery, typically containing a mix of ground spices such as cumin, coriander, cardamom, cloves, cinnamon, and pepper.
  • OK
    fenugreek leaves powder and turmeric powder

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Common questions about Pindi chana aloo

Is Pindi chana aloo ultra-processed?

No — Pindi chana aloo is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). All ingredients listed are basic culinary ingredients or traditional spice mixes (chana masala, garam masala) with no industrial additives, refined syrups, artificial sweeteners, or emulsifiers. Therefore, this product is not ultra-processed according to NOVA.

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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