Lidl

Egg Fried microwaveable rice

Barcode 4056489173656

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Yes — Egg Fried microwaveable rice is ultra-processed.

The product contains several ultra-processed ingredients/additives according to NOVA, including yeast extract, guar gum (a stabiliser), and flavouring. These extracted/industrial additives are characteristic of ultra-processed foods, so the overall product is classified as UPF.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

cooked long grain rice

Rice that has been cooked and primarily composed of long-grain rice with water; used as a base or filling.
OK

free-range egg blend with water, cornflour, salt, lemon juice, white pepper

A processed egg-based mixture containing egg and minor ingredients used for binding or flavor.
OK

onion

A common bulb vegetable used as a base flavor in many cuisines. Crisp, pungent, sweet when cooked.
OK

sunflower oil

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

dried onion

Dried form of the onion bulb, used as a seasoning; flavor-concentrated and shelf-stable.
OK

chives

Fresh herb used for flavor.
OK

garlic purée

Pureed garlic, often used as a flavoring base.
OK

salt

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

dried garlic

Dehydrated garlic cloves ground or whole, used as a pungent seasoning with long shelf life.
OK

sugar

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

guar gum (stabiliser)

A plant-derived thickener and stabiliser used to improve texture and emulsion stability in foods.
OK

dried ginger

Dried ginger is the dehydrated rhizome of Zingiber officinale, used as a spice to impart warm, pungent, and aromatic notes to dishes.
UPF

flavouring

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

ground black pepper

A fine powder made by grinding peppercorns (Piper nigrum); a common, pungent spice used to season savory dishes.

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Common questions about Egg Fried microwaveable rice

Is Egg Fried microwaveable rice ultra-processed?

Yes — Egg Fried microwaveable rice by Lidl is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product contains several ultra-processed ingredients/additives according to NOVA, including yeast extract, guar gum (a stabiliser), and flavouring. These extracted/industrial additives are characteristic of ultra-processed foods, so the overall product is classified as UPF.

Which ingredients in Egg Fried microwaveable rice are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Egg Fried microwaveable rice as ultra-processed markers: yeast extract, guar gum (stabiliser), flavouring. 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.