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The Chicken Club by Tesco
Tesco

The Chicken Club

Barcode 03275764
Scanned  13  times by Nomi users
Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — The Chicken Club is ultra-processed.

Contains several ultra-processed ingredients/additives, including palm oil (pre-identified UPF ingredient), emulsifiers (mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids, mono- and diacetyl tartaric acid esters of mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids), stabiliser (pentasodium triphosphate), preservative (sodium nitrite), and malted barley flour used as a processed flavour/texture enhancer. These industrial additives place it in the ultra-processed (NOVA 4) category.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers
  • OK
    wheat flour
    A basic grain-based flour from wheat used as a primary ingredient in baking and cooking.
  • OK
    calcium carbonate
    A basic inorganic calcium salt used as a nutrition supplement and anticaking agent in foods.
  • OK
    iron
    Essential mineral used as a nutrient or fortifying ingredient in foods.
  • OK
    niacin (vitamin b3)
    A water-soluble vitamin used as a nutrient and often added to foods as a fortifying vitamin.
  • OK
    thiamine
    A water-soluble B vitamin (vitamin B1) used as a nutrient and fortification additive.
  • OK
    water
    Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
  • OK
    chicken breast (15%)
  • OK
    tomato
    A round, red fruit commonly used as a vegetable in cooking. Mostly water with sugars, fiber, and micronutrients like vitamin C and potassium.
  • OK
    medium cheddar cheese (milk) (8%)
  • OK
    smoked bacon (4.5%) [pork belly
  • OK
    sugar
    Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
  • OK
    salt
    Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
  • OK
    stabiliser (pentasodium triphosphate)
  • OK
    honey
    A natural sweet viscous liquid produced by bees from floral nectar; widely used as a sweetener in foods.
  • OK
    preservative (sodium nitrite)]
  • OK
    lettuce
    A leafy green vegetable used in salads and as a fresh garnish. It is a basic, minimally processed plant food.
  • OK
    oatmeal
    A whole-grain ingredient made from oats; typically milled or rolled oats used as a basic cereal or ingredient in dishes.
  • OK
    rapeseed oil
    A basic culinary oil pressed from rapeseeds (Brassica napus). Used for frying, baking, and dressings. Neutral flavor.
  • OK
    wheat bran
    Outer layer of the wheat kernel, high in fiber and nutrients, commonly used as a baking or cereal ingredient.
  • OK
    cornflour
    Ground corn starch used as a thickening agent in cooking and baking.
  • OK
    white wine vinegar
    A clear, mild vinegar made from fermented white wine, used for acidity in dressings, marinades, and pickling.
  • OK
    yeast
    A living microorganism used as a leavening agent in baking.
  • UPF
    emulsifiers (mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids, mono- and diacetyl tartaric acid esters of mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids)
    A food-grade emulsifier additive used to blend fats and liquids in processed foods. It comprises mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids and ester derivatives such as diacetyl tartaric acid esters of mono- and diglycerides (DATEM). These are common industrially produced emulsifiers.
  • OK
    wheat gluten
    Gluten from wheat; a protein complex used as a food ingredient to provide elasticity and structure in doughs and meat substitutes (e.g., seitan).
  • OK
    spirit vinegar
    A clear, distilled vinegar typically made from fermented alcohol (ethanol) and used for pickling, flavoring, and preservation.
  • OK
    pasteurised egg yolk
    Egg yolk that has been pasteurized to reduce microbial risk; used as a rich emulsifier and binding ingredient in sauces and pastries.
  • OK
    malted barley flour
    Flour milled from malted barley, a basic cereal ingredient used in baking and brewing.
  • 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
    citrus fibre
    Fibrous material derived from citrus fruits, used as dietary fiber and texturizer in foods.
  • OK
    mustard flour
    Ground mustard seeds used as a spice or condiment; a basic, natural ingredient derived from mustard seeds.
  • OK
    garlic powder
    Dried, ground garlic used as a convenient, concentrated form of garlic flavoring in cooking.
  • 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
    ascorbic acid (flour treatment agent)
    Ascorbic acid (vitamin C) used as a dough conditioner to strengthen gluten structure in flour.
  • OK
    sunflower oil
    A neutral-tasting culinary oil pressed from sunflower seeds, rich in unsaturated fats and commonly used for frying and dressings.

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Common questions about The Chicken Club

Is The Chicken Club ultra-processed?

Yes — The Chicken Club by Tesco is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Contains several ultra-processed ingredients/additives, including palm oil (pre-identified UPF ingredient), emulsifiers (mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids, mono- and diacetyl tartaric acid esters of mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids), stabiliser (pentasodium triphosphate), preservative (sodium nitrite), and malted barley flour used as a processed flavour/texture enhancer. These industrial additives place it in the ultra-processed (NOVA 4) category.

Which ingredients in The Chicken Club are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in The Chicken Club as ultra-processed markers: emulsifiers (mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids, mono- and diacetyl tartaric acid esters of mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids), palm oil. 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.

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