M&S

BBQ Chicken

Barcode 00864374

Scanned 15 times by Nomi users

No — BBQ Chicken is not ultra-processed.

Ingredient list contains only basic foods (meat, sugars, vinegars, spices, vegetables, citrus) and simple culinary ingredients. There are no industrial additives, refined syrups, flavor enhancers, emulsifiers, or artificial sweeteners, so it does not meet NOVA criteria for ultra-processed foods.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

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chicken breast 87%
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brown sugar

Unrefined or partially refined sugar with molasses giving a brown color and distinctive flavor; a basic sweetener.
OK

sugar

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

salt

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

vinegar

A sour-tasting liquid produced by fermentation, widely used as a condiment and preservative.
OK

tomato paste

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

cornflour

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

ground spices (sweet paprika, smoked paprika, cloves, allspice)
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garlic puree

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

onion puree

Pureed onion, a basic processed vegetable ingredient.
OK

tamarind paste

Concentrated paste made from tamarind fruit, used as a souring agent and flavor enhancer.
OK

balsamic vinegar

A dark, concentrated vinegar traditionally made from grape must, aged to develop complex flavors.
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molasses

A thick, dark syrup produced during sugar refining, rich in flavor and used in baking and cooking.
OK

sea salt

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

Dehydrated onion flakes or powder used to impart onion flavour; essentially a preserved form of a basic vegetable.
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cracked black pepper

Coarsely ground peppercorns used as a spice to season dishes.
OK

red chilli puree

A puree made from red chilies, usually used to add heat and color.
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ginger puree

Pureed ginger, a single-ingredient flavoring derived from fresh ginger.
OK

lemon juice concentrate

Lemon juice that has been concentrated by removing water; used as a souring agent or flavoring in foods.

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Common questions about BBQ Chicken

Is BBQ Chicken ultra-processed?

No — BBQ Chicken by M&S is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). Ingredient list contains only basic foods (meat, sugars, vinegars, spices, vegetables, citrus) and simple culinary ingredients. There are no industrial additives, refined syrups, flavor enhancers, emulsifiers, or artificial sweeteners, so it does not meet NOVA criteria for ultra-processed foods.

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.