M&S Gastropub

Fish Pie

Barcode 00295154

No — Fish Pie is not ultra-processed.

The ingredient list contains primarily whole foods and basic culinary ingredients (potatoes, fish, milk, butter, vegetables, herbs, basic oils). The only additive-type ingredients are sodium bicarbonate (a common leavening agent, not considered UPF under the given rules) and basic vegetable oils (rapeseed, sunflower, olive), which are specifically stated to be NOT UPF. There are no industrial sweeteners, emulsifiers, stabilizers, refined industrial syrups, flavor enhancers, or other ultra-processed additives listed.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

potatoes (37%)
OK

whole milk

Milk with no or minimal fat removal, commonly used as a dairy beverage and ingredient.
OK

cod (fish) (8%)
OK

smoked haddock (8%) (haddock (fish) (98%))
OK

water

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

salt

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

king prawns (crustacean) (7%)
OK

scottish salmon (fish) (6%)
OK

scallops (mollusc) (4.5%)
OK

double cream

A high-fat dairy cream skimmed from cow’s milk, commonly used for whipping and adding richness to dishes.
OK

west country butter (milk)
OK

fish stock (water)
OK

fish bones
OK

prawn shells (crustacean)
OK

onions

A bulbous vegetable used as a staple aromatic and flavoring in many cuisines.
OK

white wine

A fermented grape beverage used in cooking to deglaze, deglaze pans, and add acidity and aroma to dishes.
OK

carrots

Root vegetable with orange, sweet-tles; commonly eaten raw, roasted, or added to soups and stews.
OK

leek

A mild, elongated green vegetable with a white base used in many dishes.
OK

tomato paste

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

fennel

A flavorful, aromatic herb with feathery leaves and a bulbous base, used as an herb or vegetable in cooking.
OK

lemon juice

The clear, acidic juice extracted from lemons, used for brightness and acidity in foods and drinks.
OK

parsley

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

garlic

A bulbous aromatic spice used to impart savory flavor in cooking; can be used fresh, sautéed, roasted, or in powder form.
OK

thyme

A small-leaved, woody herb used as a seasoning for meats, vegetables, and soups; dried form concentrates its aromatic oils.
OK

ground bay leaves
OK

white peppercorns

Dried seeds used as a spice, white variety of peppercorns.
OK

black peppercorns
OK

wheat flour

Ground wheat used as a basic baking/ cooking staple. A single-ingredient cereal product.
OK

dried potatoes
OK

butter (milk)

A dairy fat product made from churning cream; commonly used in cooking and baking.
OK

cornflour

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

sea salt

A basic mineral-rich salt derived from evaporated seawater, used as a seasoning and preservative.
OK

west country mature cheddar cheese (milk)
OK

sauvignon blanc white wine
UPF

smoked water

Water infused with smoke flavors or compounds used as a flavoring agent in cooking.
OK

rapeseed oil

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

sunflower oil

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

sodium bicarbonate

A basic leavening agent used in baking; reacts with acids to release carbon dioxide, helping dough rise. Commonly sold as baking soda.
OK

garlic puree

A simple mashed garlic cloves, sometimes with a small amount of oil or salt; used as a flavoring or base ingredient.
OK

ground white pepper

Ground white pepper is a spice produced from the seeds of the ripe pepper fruit with the outer black skin removed, offering a milder, slightly fermented pepper flavor compared to black pepper.
OK

olive oil

A basic culinary oil pressed from olives, used for cooking, dressing, and flavor.
OK

dill

Fragrant herb used to flavor dishes and pickles; delicate fronds and seeds.
OK

yeast

A living microorganism used as a leavening agent in baking.

Common questions about Fish Pie

Is Fish Pie ultra-processed?

No — Fish Pie by M&S Gastropub is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list contains primarily whole foods and basic culinary ingredients (potatoes, fish, milk, butter, vegetables, herbs, basic oils). The only additive-type ingredients are sodium bicarbonate (a common leavening agent, not considered UPF under the given rules) and basic vegetable oils (rapeseed, sunflower, olive), which are specifically stated to be NOT UPF. There are no industrial sweeteners, emulsifiers, stabilizers, refined industrial syrups, flavor enhancers, or other ultra-processed additives listed.

Which ingredients in Fish Pie are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Fish Pie as an ultra-processed marker: smoked water. 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?

Scan any barcode — or photograph the ingredients label — with the free Nomi app for iOS and Android. You'll get an instant ultra-processed verdict with every ingredient explained in plain English.

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.