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Salmon, teriyaki, hot smoked by M&S Foods
M&S Foods

Salmon, teriyaki, hot smoked

Barcode 29150182
Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Salmon, teriyaki, hot smoked is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes industrial additives such as colour: plain caramel and gelling agent: pectin, which are extracted/processed additives used for texture and appearance, not typical home ingredients.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers
  • OK
    salmon
    A whole fillet or portion of Atlantic salmon or similar species; a basic animal protein used in cooking.
  • UPF
    teriyaki glaze
    A sweet-savory sauce used to glaze meats, typically containing soy, sugar, vinegar, and flavorings; processed prepared sauce.
  • 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
    ginger purée
    A smooth paste made from ginger, used to impart ginger flavor in sauces and dishes.
  • UPF
    caramel color
    Food additive used to impart color; typically an extracted or synthesized coloring agent.
  • OK
    soybeans
    Dried seeds of the soybean, used to make soy products like tofu, soy milk, and soy sauce.
  • OK
    honey
    A natural sweet viscous liquid produced by bees from floral nectar; widely used as a sweetener in foods.
  • OK
    wheat flour
    Finely milled flour ground from wheat kernels, used as a base ingredient in many baked goods.
  • OK
    coriander (cilantro seeds)
    Dried seeds of the coriander plant (Coriandrum sativum). Warm, citrusy flavor used ground or as whole seeds in spice blends and curries.
  • OK
    cornflour
    Ground corn starch used as a thickening agent in cooking and baking.
  • OK
    wheat
    The seed of the wheat plant, a staple cereal grain rich in gluten.
  • OK
    garlic purée
    Pureed garlic, often used as a flavoring base.
  • OK
    red chili purée
    A smooth paste made from red chili peppers, used to add heat and color in dishes. Typically a simple, single-ingredient puree.
  • OK
    lime zest
    The outer colored skin of a lime, grated or peeled to release aromatic oils and citrus flavor.
  • OK
    pectin
    A natural polysaccharide extracted from plant cell walls used as a gelling agent in jams, jellies, and desserts.
  • OK
    dried red peppers
    Dried red chili peppers used as a spice or flavoring component.
  • OK
    water
    Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
  • OK
    rice wine vinegar
    A mild, fermented vinegar made from rice wine, used for pickling, dressings, and sauces.
  • UPF
    mirin (rice wine) with caramel color
    Mirin is a sweet rice wine; the addition of caramel color is an added ingredient.
  • OK
    cornflour and salt
    A combination ingredient consisting of corn flour (starch from maize) and salt, used as a thickener and seasoning in cooking.

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Common questions about Salmon, teriyaki, hot smoked

Is Salmon, teriyaki, hot smoked ultra-processed?

Yes — Salmon, teriyaki, hot smoked by M&S Foods is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes industrial additives such as colour: plain caramel and gelling agent: pectin, which are extracted/processed additives used for texture and appearance, not typical home ingredients.

Which ingredients in Salmon, teriyaki, hot smoked are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Salmon, teriyaki, hot smoked as ultra-processed markers: teriyaki glaze, caramel color, mirin (rice wine) with caramel color. 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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