Sainsbury's

Cod Fishcakes

Barcode 01863819

Scanned 25 times by Nomi users

No — Cod Fishcakes is not ultra-processed.

The product contains mostly basic ingredients such as fish, potato, wheat flour, vegetable oils, herbs, spices, and simple stock components. It does not include industrial additives like emulsifiers, artificial sweeteners, flavor enhancers, or highly processed sugar syrups that would classify it as ultra-processed under NOVA.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

atlantic cod (gadus morhua) (fish) (38%)
OK

potato (22%)
OK

breadcrumb (16%) (fortified wheat flour (wheat flour, calcium carbonate, iron, niacin, thiamin), yeast, salt, cider vinegar, wheat flour)
OK

water

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

rapeseed oil

A basic culinary oil pressed from rapeseeds (Brassica napus). Used for frying, baking, and dressings. Neutral flavor.
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

double cream (cows' milk)
OK

potato flakes

Dried potato flakes produced by dehydrating cooked potatoes, used in baking and as a thickener.
OK

cornflour

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

parsley

A fresh green herb used to flavor and garnish dishes; commonly added chopped leaves.
OK

salt

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

paprika

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

lemon juice from concentrate

Lemon juice that has been concentrated and often reconstituted for liquid use in cooking and beverages.
OK

fish stock (water, reconstituted dried potato, salt, fish powder)
OK

reconstituted atlantic cod (gadus morhua) (fish)
OK

dried onion

Dried form of the onion bulb, used as a seasoning; flavor-concentrated and shelf-stable.
OK

anchovy (engraulidae) (fish)
OK

sunflower oil

A neutral-tasting culinary oil pressed from sunflower seeds, rich in unsaturated fats and commonly used for frying and dressings.
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

white pepper

A spice ground from ripe peppercorns with the outer husk removed, used to impart mild heat and aroma to dishes.

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Common questions about Cod Fishcakes

Is Cod Fishcakes ultra-processed?

No — Cod Fishcakes by Sainsbury's is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product contains mostly basic ingredients such as fish, potato, wheat flour, vegetable oils, herbs, spices, and simple stock components. It does not include industrial additives like emulsifiers, artificial sweeteners, flavor enhancers, or highly processed sugar syrups that would classify it as ultra-processed under NOVA.

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.