Sushi Platter

Barcode 29453580

Yes — Sushi Platter is ultra-processed.

This mixed sushi-style dish contains yeast extract, which is classified as an ultra-processed ingredient under NOVA. The presence of this additive makes the overall product ultra-processed, even though many other components are minimally processed foods like rice, vegetables, and seafood.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

seasoned cooked sushi rice (rice - water - vinegar - sugar - salt - rapeseed oil - seaweed extract)
OK

rice flour

A finely milled flour from milled rice, commonly used as a gluten-free thickener or flour substitute in baking and cooking.
OK

wheat (cabbage)
OK

mango prawns (crustacean)
OK

(avocado)
OK

sesame seeds

Small, flat seeds from the Sesamum indicum plant, used as a food ingredient for flavor and texture.
OK

red pepper (bell pepper)

A sweet, crisp red bell pepper pick or fresh pepper used for color, flavor, and nutrition; typically eaten raw or cooked.
OK

carrot

A root vegetable used widely in cooking for sweetness, texture, and color.
OK

cucumber

A fresh, crunchy green vegetable commonly eaten raw in salads and as a snack.
OK

chilli

Chilli (chili pepper) is a pungent fruit used to add heat and spice to dishes. It is a natural plant product and widely used as a basic food ingredient.
OK

mayonnaise (salt - egg - vinegar)
OK

cornflour

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

tobiko
OK

soy sauce (soybeans - wheat - toasted sesame)
OK

wasabi
OK

salt

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

parsley

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

black peppercorns
OK

red egg
OK

wheat

A staple cereal grain used in foods; a basic ingredient in flour, bread, and many products.
OK

rice vinegar

A mild vinegar made from fermented rice—used to season dishes, pickles, and dressings with a subtle sweet and tangy note.
OK

poppy seeds

Small seeds from the opium poppy (Papaver somniferum) used as a culinary ingredient in breads, pastries, and toppings. Nutritionally rich in healthy fats and minerals.
OK

lemon juice concentrate

Lemon juice that has been concentrated by removing water; used as a souring agent or flavoring in foods.
OK

black pepper dried chilli
OK

dried onions

Dehydrated onion flakes or powder used to impart onion flavour; essentially a preserved form of a basic vegetable.
OK

black pepper dried
OK

toasted sesame
OK

carrot dried
OK

dark soy sauce
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

mustard seed

Small mustard seeds used as a spice with a pungent, hot flavor.
OK

tamarind

A tropical leguminous tree fruit with sour pulp used to impart tartness in sauces and curry pastes.

Common questions about Sushi Platter

Is Sushi Platter ultra-processed?

Yes — Sushi Platter is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This mixed sushi-style dish contains yeast extract, which is classified as an ultra-processed ingredient under NOVA. The presence of this additive makes the overall product ultra-processed, even though many other components are minimally processed foods like rice, vegetables, and seafood.

Which ingredients in Sushi Platter are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Sushi Platter as an ultra-processed marker: yeast extract. 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?

Scan any barcode — or photograph the ingredients label — with the free Nomi app for iOS and Android. You'll get an instant ultra-processed verdict with every ingredient explained in plain English.

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.