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Scottish salmon fishcakes by Sainsbury's Taste the Difference
Sainsbury's Taste the Difference

Scottish salmon fishcakes

Barcode 00409902
Not Ultra-Processed

No — Scottish salmon fishcakes is not ultra-processed.

All ingredients are basic culinary ingredients or minimally processed components (fish, potato, breadcrumb from fortified wheat flour, cream, butter, oils, herbs, spices, vinegar, lemon juice). There are no industrial additives like emulsifiers, artificial sweeteners, colorings, flavor enhancers, or industrial syrups, so this product is not classified as ultra-processed under NOVA.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers
  • OK
    salmon (salmo salar) (33%) (fish)
  • OK
    potato
    A starchy tuber, a common staple food used as a vegetable. Can be prepared in many ways (boiled, fried, baked).
  • OK
    breadcrumb (15%) (fortified wheat flour (wheat flour, calcium carbonate, iron, niacin, thiamin), yeast, salt, cider vinegar, wheat flour)
  • OK
    water
    Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
  • OK
    double cream
    A high-fat dairy cream skimmed from cow's milk; used as a rich dairy ingredient in sauces and desserts.
  • OK
    rapeseed oil
    A basic culinary oil pressed from rapeseeds (Brassica napus). Used for frying, baking, and dressings. Neutral flavor.
  • OK
    spring onion
    A fresh allium with a mild onion flavor, used as a garnish or in dishes.
  • OK
    fortified wheat flour
    A basic flour base fortified with minerals and vitamins (calcium carbonate, iron, niacin) used as a baking ingredient.
  • OK
    thiamine
    A water-soluble B vitamin (vitamin B1) used as a nutrient and fortification additive.
  • OK
    salted butter (cows' milk)
  • OK
    cornflour
    Ground corn starch used as a thickening agent in cooking and baking.
  • OK
    salt
    Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
  • OK
    parsley
    A fresh green herb used to flavor and garnish dishes; commonly added chopped leaves.
  • OK
    dijon mustard
    A prepared mustard condiment made from mustard seeds, water, vinegar and salt; typically viscous, tangy and used for sauces, sandwiches and dressings.
  • OK
    paprika
    A ground spice made from dried red peppers (Capsicum species), used for color and flavor in many cuisines.
  • OK
    lemon juice
    The clear, acidic juice extracted from lemons, used for brightness and acidity in foods and drinks.
  • OK
    white wine vinegar
    A clear, mild vinegar made from fermented white wine, used for acidity in dressings, marinades, and pickling.
  • 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
    tarragon
    A fresh or dried leafy herb with a distinctive anise-like aroma, used to flavor various dishes.
  • OK
    white pepper
    A spice ground from ripe peppercorns with the outer husk removed, used to impart mild heat and aroma to dishes.
  • OK
    nutmeg
    A fragrant spice ground from the seeds of the Myristica fragrans tree, used to flavor sweet and savory dishes in small amounts.

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Common questions about Scottish salmon fishcakes

Is Scottish salmon fishcakes ultra-processed?

No — Scottish salmon fishcakes by Sainsbury's Taste the Difference is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). All ingredients are basic culinary ingredients or minimally processed components (fish, potato, breadcrumb from fortified wheat flour, cream, butter, oils, herbs, spices, vinegar, lemon juice). There are no industrial additives like emulsifiers, artificial sweeteners, colorings, flavor enhancers, or industrial syrups, so this product is not 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.

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