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Coronation chicken flatties by Marks & Spencer
Marks & Spencer

Coronation chicken flatties

Barcode 00156370
Scanned  15  times by Nomi users
Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Coronation chicken flatties is ultra-processed.

Product contains yeast extract, a pre-identified UPF ingredient, and other UPF indicators such as gelling agent pectin and colour (paprika extract). Therefore it is classified as ultra-processed (UPF).

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers
  • OK
    (8%) water chicken (71%)
  • OK
    coronation drizzle
  • OK
    rapeseed oil
    A basic culinary oil pressed from rapeseeds (Brassica napus). Used for frying, baking, and dressings. Neutral flavor.
  • OK
    chicken stock (water, yeast extract, chicken fat, chicken bones, salt)
  • OK
    sugar
    Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
  • OK
    ground spices (turmeric, fenugreek, black pepper, cumin, paprika, chilli powder, caraway seeds, ginger, coriander, clove, cayenne pepper) mango purée
  • OK
    coriander seeds
    Dried seeds of the cilantro plant (Coriandrum sativum) used whole or crushed to add warm, citrusy, spicy notes.
  • OK
    salt
    Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
  • OK
    mango
    A tropical stone fruit with sweet, fragrant flesh.
  • OK
    desiccated coconut
    Finely shredded dried coconut meat with a mild, sweet coconut flavor commonly used in baking and confectionery.
  • OK
    brown sugar
    Unrefined or partially refined sugar with molasses giving a brown color and distinctive flavor; a basic sweetener.
  • UPF
    yeast extract
    A flavor-enhancing extract produced from yeast cells, rich in amino acids and natural glutamates, commonly used to augment savory flavors.
  • OK
    white wine vinegar
    A clear, mild vinegar made from fermented white wine, used for acidity in dressings, marinades, and pickling.
  • OK
    dried garlic
    Dehydrated garlic cloves ground or whole, used as a pungent seasoning with long shelf life.
  • OK
    cider vinegar
    Fermented apple cider turned into a sour, acidic liquid used for dressings and as a flavoring.
  • OK
    shallots
    A small bulbous member of the onion family with a milder, sweeter flavour than onions; used fresh or cooked.
  • OK
    potato starch
    A basic, finely ground starch derived from potatoes; used as a thickener and binder in foods.
  • OK
    dried coriander
    Dried seeds of the coriander plant (Coriandrum sativum) used as a spice for flavoring; a single-ingredient dried herb.
  • OK
    cornflour
    Ground corn starch used as a thickening agent in cooking and baking.
  • OK
    ginger purée
    A smooth paste made from ginger, used to impart ginger flavor in sauces and dishes.
  • OK
    garlic purée
    Pureed garlic, often used as a flavoring base.
  • OK
    dried red peppers
    Dried peppers used as a spice or ingredient to add flavor and color. They are dehydrated vegetables.
  • OK
    dried onions
    Dehydrated onion flakes or powder used to impart onion flavour; essentially a preserved form of a basic vegetable.
  • OK
    dried sage
    Dried leaves of the sage herb (Salvia officinalis) used as a culinary herb for aroma and flavor.
  • OK
    red chili purée
    A smooth paste made from red chili peppers, used to add heat and color in dishes. Typically a simple, single-ingredient puree.
  • OK
    concentrated lime juice
    A concentrated form of juice pressed from limes, usually used as a souring agent and flavoring in beverages and recipes.
  • OK
    gelling agent
  • OK
    pectin
    A natural polysaccharide derived from plant cell walls, used as a gelling and thickening agent in jams, jellies, and desserts.
  • OK
    sunflower oil
    A neutral-tasting culinary oil pressed from sunflower seeds, rich in unsaturated fats and commonly used for frying and dressings.
  • UPF
    colour (color)
    A broad category of additives used to impart or enhance color in foods. Can be artificial or natural: includes tartrazine, sunset yellow, caramel color, etc.
  • OK
    paprika extract dried oregano
  • OK
    coronation drizzle contains rapeseed oil
  • OK
    water
    Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
  • OK
    crème fraîche (milk)
  • OK
    apricot
    A small orange fruit from the Prunus armeniaca tree, typically sweet and juicy when ripe.
  • OK
    ground spices (coriander, turmeric, cumin, black pepper, paprika, cayenne pepper, fenugreek, pimento, pasteurised egg yolk, vinegar, tomato, salt, desiccated coconut, lime juice, caraway seeds, cornflour, ginger purée, concentrated pear juice, dried mustard)

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Common questions about Coronation chicken flatties

Is Coronation chicken flatties ultra-processed?

Yes — Coronation chicken flatties by Marks & Spencer is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Product contains yeast extract, a pre-identified UPF ingredient, and other UPF indicators such as gelling agent pectin and colour (paprika extract). Therefore it is classified as ultra-processed (UPF).

Which ingredients in Coronation chicken flatties are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Coronation chicken flatties as ultra-processed markers: yeast extract, colour (color). See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

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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