By Sainsbury's

Diced chorizo

Barcode 01488401

Scanned 15 times by Nomi users

Yes — Diced chorizo is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains several industrial additives and UPF ingredients, including dextrose, paprika extract, and preservatives such as sodium nitrite and potassium nitrate, as well as acidity regulator (sodium citrate) and antioxidant (sodium erythorbate). These additives and processed ingredients go beyond basic culinary ingredients and are characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

pork

Pork is the meat from pigs, a basic animal protein widely used as a staple food.
OK

salt

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

lactose (cow's milk)

A naturally occurring disaccharide sugar derived from milk. It provides sweetness and body in dairy products.
OK

paprika (15%)
UPF

dextrose

A simple sugar derived from glucose. Commonly used as a sweetener and source of quick energy in foods.
OK

sugar

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

milk proteins (cows' milk)
OK

garlic

A bulbous aromatic spice used to impart savory flavor in cooking; can be used fresh, sautéed, roasted, or in powder form.
UPF

paprika extract

Concentrated flavor ingredient derived from paprika (capsicum) used to impart paprika flavor without the physical pepper pieces.
OK

acidity regulator: sodium citrate; antioxidant: sodium erythorbate
UPF

sodium nitrite

A curing salt used to preserve and cure meat by inhibiting bacterial growth and giving pink color. Often used in processed meats.
OK

potassium nitrate: rosemary extract
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

oregano. made using 126g of pork per 100g of finished product. moisture is lost during the drying process

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Common questions about Diced chorizo

Is Diced chorizo ultra-processed?

Yes — Diced chorizo 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 several industrial additives and UPF ingredients, including dextrose, paprika extract, and preservatives such as sodium nitrite and potassium nitrate, as well as acidity regulator (sodium citrate) and antioxidant (sodium erythorbate). These additives and processed ingredients go beyond basic culinary ingredients and are characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods.

Which ingredients in Diced chorizo are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Diced chorizo as ultra-processed markers: dextrose, paprika extract, sodium nitrite. 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.