By sainsbury's

Mini sausage rolls

Barcode 00416092

Yes — Mini sausage rolls is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains palm oil and yeast extract, which are industrially processed ingredients/additives. Palm oil is a highly refined oil, and yeast extract is a flavor enhancer. These make the overall product UPF under NOVA, even though it also contains basic ingredients like wheat flour, pork, milk, and herbs/spices.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

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

british pork (27%)
OK

water

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

palm oil

A widely used edible oil pressed from the fruit of oil palms; a basic culinary oil but highly processed in many commercial products.
OK

whole cows' milk
OK

potato starch

A basic, finely ground starch derived from potatoes; used as a thickener and binder in foods.
OK

onion

A common bulb vegetable used as a base flavor in many cuisines. Crisp, pungent, sweet when cooked.
OK

wheat protein

Protein derived from wheat; often used as a gluten-rich ingredient to improve dough structure.
OK

salt

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

rapeseed oil

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

nutmeg

A fragrant spice ground from the seeds of the Myristica fragrans tree, used to flavor sweet and savory dishes in small amounts.
OK

sugar

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

parsley

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

mace

The lacy aril (red covering) of the nutmeg seed, dried and ground for a warm, aromatic, spicy flavor.
OK

onion powder

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

raising agent: sodium hydrogen carbonate; garlic powder
OK

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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Common questions about Mini sausage rolls

Is Mini sausage rolls ultra-processed?

Yes — Mini sausage rolls by By sainsbury's is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains palm oil and yeast extract, which are industrially processed ingredients/additives. Palm oil is a highly refined oil, and yeast extract is a flavor enhancer. These make the overall product UPF under NOVA, even though it also contains basic ingredients like wheat flour, pork, milk, and herbs/spices.

Which ingredients in Mini sausage rolls are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Mini sausage rolls as ultra-processed markers: palm oil, yeast extract. 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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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.