Tesco

Gravy

Barcode 10517905

Scanned 13 times by Nomi users

Yes — Gravy is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes several industrial additives and processed ingredients: palm oil (a highly refined oil), barley malt extract (industrially processed flavour enhancer), maltodextrin (industrially produced refined carbohydrate), soya lecithins (emulsifier), and unspecified flavourings. These fit NOVA criteria for ultra-processed foods.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

potato starch

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

palm oil. salt. wheat flour (wheat flour, calcium carbonate. iron. niacin. thiamin)
OK

beef fat

Rendered animal fat from beef used for cooking or baking; provides richness and texture.
OK

flavourings (milk, wheat, soya)
UPF

Barley Malt Extract

Barley malt extract is a sweetener made from malted barley grains.
UPF

maltodextrin

A white powder made from starch that has been partially hydrolyzed; used as a thickener or filler and widely used as a food additive.
OK

(soya lecithins)
OK

onion oil

Oil infused with onion flavor, used to impart onion aroma and taste; typically a processed flavoring or finishing oil.

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Common questions about Gravy

Is Gravy ultra-processed?

Yes — Gravy by Tesco is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes several industrial additives and processed ingredients: palm oil (a highly refined oil), barley malt extract (industrially processed flavour enhancer), maltodextrin (industrially produced refined carbohydrate), soya lecithins (emulsifier), and unspecified flavourings. These fit NOVA criteria for ultra-processed foods.

Which ingredients in Gravy are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Gravy as ultra-processed markers: Barley Malt Extract, maltodextrin. 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.