Tesco finest

Wild Mushroom Pasta

Barcode 03316207

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No — Wild Mushroom Pasta is not ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is composed of basic culinary ingredients and traditionally made vinegars and flavorings. There are no industrial additives such as emulsifiers, stabilizers, artificial sweeteners, flavor enhancers, refined industrial syrups, or palm fruit oil. Therefore, according to the given NOVA-based rules, this is not classified as an ultra-processed food (UPF).

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

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cooked pasta (durum _wheat_ semolina, water)
OK

wild and cultivated mushrooms 11% (yellow honey mushroom, straw mushroom, boletus mushroom, chanterelle mushroom)
OK

rapeseed oil

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

water

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

pecorino medium fat hard cheese _milk_ 4%
OK

parsley

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

sunflower oil

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

basil

A leafy herb used fresh or dried to flavor dishes; not typically processed as a food ingredient beyond drying or freshness.
OK

mushroom

A fleshy fungal organism used widely as a vegetable in cooking. Low in calories and rich in umami.
OK

malt vinegar _barley_
OK

salt

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

lemon juice

The clear, acidic juice extracted from lemons, used for brightness and acidity in foods and drinks.
OK

sugar

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

cornflour

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

_mustard_ seed
OK

spirit vinegar

A clear, distilled vinegar typically made from fermented alcohol (ethanol) and used for pickling, flavoring, and preservation.
OK

porcini mushroom powder

Powdered form of porcini mushrooms used as a spice or umami seasoning; a single-ingredient dried fungal product.
OK

white wine vinegar

A clear, mild vinegar made from fermented white wine, used for acidity in dressings, marinades, and pickling.
OK

balsamic vinegar (grape must, wine vinegar)
OK

garlic purée

Pureed garlic, often used as a flavoring base.
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

cinnamon

A sweet-spicy bark spice with warm, woody notes often used in baking and savory dishes.
OK

clove

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Common questions about Wild Mushroom Pasta

Is Wild Mushroom Pasta ultra-processed?

No — Wild Mushroom Pasta by Tesco finest is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is composed of basic culinary ingredients and traditionally made vinegars and flavorings. There are no industrial additives such as emulsifiers, stabilizers, artificial sweeteners, flavor enhancers, refined industrial syrups, or palm fruit oil. Therefore, according to the given NOVA-based rules, this is not classified as an ultra-processed food (UPF).

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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