Sainsbury's

gravy granules

Barcode 01174410

Scanned 10 times by Nomi users

Yes — gravy granules is ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid. This product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains several industrial ingredients and additives: palm oil (a highly refined oil), maltodextrin (an industrially produced refined carbohydrate), barley malt extract (an industrial flavoring extract), flavouring, hydrolysed maize protein (a processed flavor enhancer), and emulsifier (soya lecithin). These go beyond basic culinary ingredients and place the product in the NOVA ultra-processed category.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

potato starch

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

salt

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

fortified wheat flour

Wheat flour fortified with vitamins and minerals (e.g., iron, niacin, thiamin, calcium carbonate).
UPF

maltodextrin

A white powder made from starch that has been partially hydrolyzed; used as a thickener or filler and widely used as a food additive.
UPF

barley malt extract

Concentrated extract derived from barley malt, used as a sweetener or flavoring; common in brewing and baking. It is a processed, concentrated form.
OK

flavouring (contains _soya_). hydrolysed maize protein
OK

emulsifier: _soya_ lecithin

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Common questions about gravy granules

Is gravy granules ultra-processed?

Yes — gravy granules by Sainsbury's is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid. This product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains several industrial ingredients and additives: palm oil (a highly refined oil), maltodextrin (an industrially produced refined carbohydrate), barley malt extract (an industrial flavoring extract), flavouring, hydrolysed maize protein (a processed flavor enhancer), and emulsifier (soya lecithin). These go beyond basic culinary ingredients and place the product in the NOVA ultra-processed category.

Which ingredients in gravy granules are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in gravy granules as ultra-processed markers: palm oil, maltodextrin, barley malt 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.