Breaded Haddock

Barcode 000001773002

Yes — Breaded Haddock is ultra-processed.

A convenient ready-to-eat option, but not ideal for everyday eating.

Breaded haddock is ultra-processed because it is a ready-to-eat processed food assembled with a formulated coating and multiple extracted or industrial ingredients. Sodium caseinate is an isolated milk protein used in the formulation, and wheat starch and cornflour are extracted starch ingredients. The product also combines a prepared fish portion with dehydrated potato and a seasoned flour coating, indicating industrial formulation beyond simple home cooking. The fortified wheat flour, rapeseed oil, extra virgin olive oil, sugar, salt, spices, vinegar, yeast, and baking or fortification ingredients are not individually UPF under the stated criteria.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

haddock (merluccius aeglefinus) (fish)
OK

wheat flour

A basic refined flour made from wheat, enriched with vitamins and minerals (calcium carbonate, folic acid, iron, niacin, thiamin). Common baking ingredient.
OK

rapeseed oil

A basic culinary oil pressed from rapeseeds (Brassica napus). Used for frying, baking, and dressings. Neutral flavor.
OK

water

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

dehydrated potato

Powdered or granulated form of potato obtained by removing most moisture; used as a dry starch or base in soups, coatings, and mixes.
OK

maize flour

Finely ground maize used as a staple ingredient in baking and cooking; a basic food commodity.
OK

salt

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

cornflour

Ground corn starch used as a thickening agent in cooking and baking.
OK

wheat starch

Starch extracted from wheat grain, used as a thickener, filler, or texture modifier in foods.
OK

sodium caseinate (milk powder)
OK

black pepper

A common spice made from dried peppercorns of the Piper nigrum plant, used to add pungent heat and aroma to dishes.
OK

onion powder

Dried and ground onion used as a seasoning to impart onion flavor.
OK

garlic powder

Dried, ground garlic used as a convenient, concentrated form of garlic flavoring in cooking.
OK

paprika

A ground spice made from dried red peppers (Capsicum species), used for color and flavor in many cuisines.
OK

extra virgin olive oil

A high-quality, cold-pressed olive oil pressed from olives, used as a cooking oil and dressing; basic culinary ingredient.
OK

yeast

A living microorganism used as a leavening agent in baking.
OK

cider vinegar

Fermented apple cider turned into a sour, acidic liquid used for dressings and as a flavoring.
OK

sugar

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

Common questions about Breaded Haddock

Is Breaded Haddock ultra-processed?

Yes — Breaded Haddock is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Breaded haddock is ultra-processed because it is a ready-to-eat processed food assembled with a formulated coating and multiple extracted or industrial ingredients. Sodium caseinate is an isolated milk protein used in the formulation, and wheat starch and cornflour are extracted starch ingredients. The product also combines a prepared fish portion with dehydrated potato and a seasoned flour coating, indicating industrial formulation beyond simple home cooking. The fortified wheat flour, rapeseed oil, extra virgin olive oil, sugar, salt, spices, vinegar, yeast, and baking or fortification ingredients are not individually UPF under the stated criteria.

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.