Spiced Beef

Barcode 01834093

Yes — Spiced Beef is ultra-processed.

Not ideal for everyday eating because it contains several industrial additives.

This is a beef product containing several additives associated with ultra-processing: tetrapotassium diphosphate, a stabiliser; sodium nitrite, a preservative; spice extracts, which are extracted flavouring ingredients; and flavouring. These industrial additives and flavouring agents classify the product as ultra-processed under the specified NOVA guidance, despite the beef, salt, sugar, spices, and water being basic ingredients.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

british beef (94%)
OK

salt

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

water

Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
OK

sugar

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

spices

diverse plant extracts used to flavor foods; can refer to a mix of single or blended seasonings.
OK

coriander (cilantro seeds)

Dried seeds of the coriander plant (Coriandrum sativum). Warm, citrusy flavor used ground or as whole seeds in spice blends and curries.
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

paprika

A ground spice made from dried red peppers (Capsicum species), used for color and flavor in many cuisines.
OK

stabiliser: tetrapostate diphosphate
UPF

sodium nitrite

Sodium nitrite is a curing agent and preservative, commonly used to inhibit microbial growth and fix color in processed meats.
UPF

spice extracts

Concentrated flavouring derived from spices; a processed extract used to impart aroma or taste.
OK

(pimento extract, chilli extract)
UPF

flavouring

A generic additive used to impart or enhance flavor; can be synthetic or derived from natural sources.

Common questions about Spiced Beef

Is Spiced Beef ultra-processed?

Yes — Spiced Beef is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This is a beef product containing several additives associated with ultra-processing: tetrapotassium diphosphate, a stabiliser; sodium nitrite, a preservative; spice extracts, which are extracted flavouring ingredients; and flavouring. These industrial additives and flavouring agents classify the product as ultra-processed under the specified NOVA guidance, despite the beef, salt, sugar, spices, and water being basic ingredients.

Which ingredients in Spiced Beef are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Spiced Beef as ultra-processed markers: sodium nitrite, spice extracts, flavouring. 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?

Scan any barcode — or photograph the ingredients label — with the free Nomi app for iOS and Android. You'll get an instant ultra-processed verdict with every ingredient explained in plain English.

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.