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Smoked Haddock Fishcakes by Sainsburys, Taste the difference
Sainsburys, Taste the difference

Smoked Haddock Fishcakes

Barcode 01773163
Scanned  27  times by Nomi users
Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Smoked Haddock Fishcakes is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes several industrial additives and preparations, including fish stock containing reconstituted dried potato and fish powder, as well as lemon juice from concentrate. These are industrially processed ingredients beyond basic culinary use, so under NOVA this product is UPF.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers
  • OK
    smoked haddock 24% (haddock (melanogrammus aeglefinus) (_fish_))
  • OK
    salt
    Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
  • OK
    mashed potato 23% (potato)
  • OK
    cows' _milk_
  • OK
    butter (cows' _milk_, salt, pepper)
  • OK
    water
    Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
  • OK
    breadcrumb 10% (fortified wheat flour (wheat flour, calcium carbonate, iron, niacin, thiamin), yeast, salt, cider vinegar, wheat flour)
  • OK
    starter culture
    A microbial culture used to initiate fermentation in foods, such as bread or dairy products.
  • OK
    haddock (melanogrammus aeglefinus) (fish) 7%
  • OK
    rapeseed oil
    A basic culinary oil pressed from rapeseeds (Brassica napus). Used for frying, baking, and dressings. Neutral flavor.
  • OK
    double cream (cows milk)
  • 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
    cheddar cheese (cows milk) 2%
  • OK
    cornflour
    Ground corn starch used as a thickening agent in cooking and baking.
  • OK
    leeks 1%
  • OK
    paprika
    A ground spice made from dried red peppers (Capsicum species), used for color and flavor in many cuisines.
  • OK
    fish stock (fish (rehydrated cod (gadus morhua) (fish), fish powder, anchovy (engrauldae)(fish)), reconstituted dried potato, salt, lemon juice from concentrate, dried onion, sunflower oil, lemon juice, black pepper)
  • OK
    english mustard (water, mustard flour, salt, sugar, _wheat_ flour, acidity regulator: citric acid, turmeric)
  • OK
    white pepper
    A spice ground from ripe peppercorns with the outer husk removed, used to impart mild 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.

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Common questions about Smoked Haddock Fishcakes

Is Smoked Haddock Fishcakes ultra-processed?

Yes — Smoked Haddock Fishcakes by Sainsburys, Taste the difference is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes several industrial additives and preparations, including fish stock containing reconstituted dried potato and fish powder, as well as lemon juice from concentrate. These are industrially processed ingredients beyond basic culinary use, so under NOVA this product is UPF.

What are healthier alternatives to Smoked Haddock Fishcakes?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Mini Thai-Style Fishcakes by Waitrose, 2 Scottish Salmon Fishcakes by Marks & Spencer, 2 Smoked Salmon & Rocket Fishcakes by Marks & Spencer. See the healthier alternatives above for details.

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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