Sainsbury's

Scottish Salmon Fishcakes

Barcode 000001863826

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No — Scottish Salmon Fishcakes is not ultra-processed.

The ingredient list contains mainly whole or basic culinary ingredients (fish, potato, wheat flour, cream, oils, herbs, spices). Fortified wheat flour, fish stock, and lemon juice from concentrate are processed but do not involve ultra-processing additives like emulsifiers, industrial sweeteners, or flavor enhancers. No ingredients such as maltodextrin, glucose syrup, artificial flavors, colorings, or emulsifiers are present, so this would not be classified as ultra-processed under NOVA.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

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salmon (salmo salar) (fish) (38%)
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potato (24%)
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fortified wheat flour

Flour that has had minerals and vitamins added (calcium carbonate, iron, niacin, thiamin) to enhance nutrition; used as a baking base and staple ingredient.
OK

water

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

rapeseed oil

A basic culinary oil pressed from rapeseeds (Brassica napus). Used for frying, baking, and dressings. Neutral flavor.
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double cream (cows' milk)
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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.
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parsley

A fresh green herb used to flavor and garnish dishes; commonly added chopped leaves.
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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

wheat flour

Finely ground cereal flour from wheat; a fundamental baking ingredient.
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paprika

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

Lemon juice that has been concentrated by removing water; used as a souring agent or flavoring in foods.
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fish stock (water, reconstituted dried potato, salt, fish powder)
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reconstituted atlantic cod (gadus morhua) (fish)
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lemon juice from concentrate

Lemon juice that has been concentrated and often reconstituted for liquid use in cooking and beverages.
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dried onion

Dried form of the onion bulb, used as a seasoning; flavor-concentrated and shelf-stable.
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anchovy (engraulidae spp) (fish)
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sunflower oil

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

black pepper

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

A spice ground from ripe peppercorns with the outer husk removed, used to impart mild heat and aroma to dishes.
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starter culture

A microbial culture used to initiate fermentation in foods, such as bread or dairy products.

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Common questions about Scottish Salmon Fishcakes

Is Scottish Salmon Fishcakes ultra-processed?

No — Scottish Salmon Fishcakes by Sainsbury's is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list contains mainly whole or basic culinary ingredients (fish, potato, wheat flour, cream, oils, herbs, spices). Fortified wheat flour, fish stock, and lemon juice from concentrate are processed but do not involve ultra-processing additives like emulsifiers, industrial sweeteners, or flavor enhancers. No ingredients such as maltodextrin, glucose syrup, artificial flavors, colorings, or emulsifiers are present, so this would not be classified as ultra-processed under 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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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.