Chicken & Bacon Snack Platter

Barcode 036416898993

Yes — Chicken & Bacon Snack Platter is ultra-processed.

The product includes multiple ultra-processed ingredients/additives such as dextrose, spice extracts, natural flavouring, flavouring, yeast extract, modified starch, stabilisers (sodium phosphate, 401, 450), thickeners (e415, e410), gelling agent (carrageenan), colour: paprika extract, natural smoke flavouring, glucose, and various E-number stabilisers. These are industrial formulations and additives characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods.

Ingredients

10 ultra-processed markers

OK

breaded chicken goujons: chopped and shaped british chicken breast with added water in a breadcrumb coating
OK

breaded chicken pops: breaded british chicken breast with added water in a breadcrumb coating
OK

smoked bacon: cured british pork with added flavouring
OK

wheat flour

Finely ground cereal flour from wheat; a fundamental baking ingredient.
OK

water

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

potato starch

A basic, finely ground starch derived from potatoes; used as a thickener and binder in foods.
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

salt

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

dextrose

A simple sugar derived from glucose. Commonly used as a sweetener and source of quick energy in foods.
OK

yeast

A living microorganism used as a leavening agent in baking.
OK

sugar

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

black pepper

A common spice made from dried peppercorns of the Piper nigrum plant, used to add pungent heat and aroma to dishes.
UPF

spice extracts

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

natural flavouring

A generic flavoring ingredient derived from natural sources used to impart aroma or taste; may include essential oils or extracts.
UPF

sage extract

Derived from sage leaves; concentrated extract used as a flavoring.
OK

spices

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

garlic powder

Dried, ground garlic used as a convenient, concentrated form of garlic flavoring in cooking.
OK

onion powder

Dried and ground onion used as a seasoning to impart onion flavor.
OK

paprika

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

stabiliser: sodium phosphate
UPF

sodium nitrite

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

paprika extract

A concentrated pigment derived from paprika used as a colorant in foods.
OK

brine: water
UPF

flavouring

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

chicken fat

Rendered fat from chicken, a basic culinary fat used for cooking and adding richness.
OK

carrageenan

Carrageenan is a gelling, thickening, and stabilizing agent derived from red seaweed and widely used in dairy, meat substitutes, and processed foods.
OK

baked in a gluten-free coating
OK

enhanced cashew nuts: roasted cashew nut in a gluten-free coating
UPF

golden syrup

A traditional light amber syrup made from hydrolyzed starch, used as a sweetener.
OK

stabiliser: e401
OK

thickener: e415
UPF

yeast extract

A flavor-enhancing extract produced from yeast cells, rich in amino acids and natural glutamates, commonly used to augment savory flavors.
OK

vinegar

A sour-tasting liquid produced by fermentation, widely used as a condiment and preservative.
UPF

modified starch

Starch that has been chemically or physically modified to alter its thickening, texture, or stability properties; commonly used as a thickener or stabilizer in processed foods.
OK

rapeseed oil

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

white pepper

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

celery

A crunchy, fibrous stalk vegetable commonly used fresh in salads, soups, and as a garnish. Rich in water and nutrients like vitamin K and folate.
OK

natural smoke flavouring
OK

ginger

A pungent, aromatic rhizome used fresh or dried in cooking and beverages.
OK

parmesan cheese (milk)
OK

vegetable extract

Liquid extract obtained from vegetables, used for flavoring; can be a base for flavorings but may vary in processing.
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

turmeric

A bright orange-yellow root commonly used as a spice and for its active compound curcumin, with warm, earthy, slightly peppery flavor.
OK

sweet chilli sauce
OK

glucose

A simple monosaccharide (basic sugar) commonly used as a sweetener and energy source in foods.
OK

malt vinegar

A vinegar produced from malted barley; a sour, acidic seasoning used in condiments and pickling.
OK

cornflour

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

stabiliser number: 450
OK

e412
OK

e415
OK

e410
OK

e423

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Common questions about Chicken & Bacon Snack Platter

Is Chicken & Bacon Snack Platter ultra-processed?

Yes — Chicken & Bacon Snack Platter is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product includes multiple ultra-processed ingredients/additives such as dextrose, spice extracts, natural flavouring, flavouring, yeast extract, modified starch, stabilisers (sodium phosphate, 401, 450), thickeners (e415, e410), gelling agent (carrageenan), colour: paprika extract, natural smoke flavouring, glucose, and various E-number stabilisers. These are industrial formulations and additives characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods.

Which ingredients in Chicken & Bacon Snack Platter are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 10 ingredients in Chicken & Bacon Snack Platter as ultra-processed markers: dextrose, spice extracts, natural flavouring, sage extract, sodium nitrite, paprika extract, flavouring, golden syrup, yeast extract, modified starch. 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?

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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.