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Chicken Munchies by Marks And Spencer
Marks And Spencer

Chicken Munchies

Barcode 00787734
Scanned  22  times by Nomi users
Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Chicken Munchies is ultra-processed.

Product contains yeast extract, which is a pre-identified UPF ingredient, so it must be classified as ultra-processed according to the provided rules. It also contains herb extract and spice extract, which are industrially processed additives, further confirming UPF status.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers
  • OK
    chicken breast
    A lean animal protein cut from the chest of a chicken; commonly sold boneless and skinless. Rich in protein and moisture.
  • OK
    wheat flour (contains gluten)
    Ground wheat flour; contains gluten. Includes added minerals/vitamins as part of enrichment.
  • 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.
  • OK
    durum wheat semolina (contains gluten)
    Coarsely ground durum wheat used to make pasta and various baked goods; gluten-containing.
  • OK
    rice flour
    A finely milled flour from milled rice, commonly used as a gluten-free thickener or flour substitute in baking and cooking.
  • OK
    wheat gluten
    Gluten from wheat; a protein complex used as a food ingredient to provide elasticity and structure in doughs and meat substitutes (e.g., seitan).
  • OK
    wheat starch (contains gluten)
    Fine, white starch derived from wheat; a gluten-containing carbohydrate used as a thickener or binder in many foods.
  • OK
    salt
    Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
  • OK
    wheat protein
    Protein derived from wheat; contains gluten. Used as a functional protein supplement or texturizer in foods.
  • OK
    yeast
    A living microorganism used as a leavening agent in baking.
  • OK
    dried vinegar
    A dried form of vinegar; typically a powder produced by removing water from vinegar, used for flavoring. Can be considered a processed culinary ingredient.
  • OK
    dried garlic
    Dehydrated garlic cloves ground or whole, used as a pungent seasoning with long shelf life.
  • OK
    dried onions
    Dehydrated onion flakes or powder used to impart onion flavour; essentially a preserved form of a basic vegetable.
  • 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
    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
    dried lemon
    Dried lemon is lemon fruit or zest that has been dehydrated to remove moisture, concentrating flavor and aroma. Often used to add citrus notes in cooking and baking.
  • OK
    dried sage
    Dried leaves of the sage herb (Salvia officinalis) used as a culinary herb for aroma and flavor.
  • OK
    herb extract
    Derived from herbs to impart aroma or flavor; can be used as a natural flavoring or aroma ingredient.
  • UPF
    spice extract
    An extract obtained from spices to deliver concentrated aroma/flavor, commonly used in seasonings and processed foods.

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Common questions about Chicken Munchies

Is Chicken Munchies ultra-processed?

Yes — Chicken Munchies by Marks And Spencer is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Product contains yeast extract, which is a pre-identified UPF ingredient, so it must be classified as ultra-processed according to the provided rules. It also contains herb extract and spice extract, which are industrially processed additives, further confirming UPF status.

Which ingredients in Chicken Munchies are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Chicken Munchies as ultra-processed markers: yeast extract, spice 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.

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