CHEF SELECT

SPAGHETTI BOLOGNESE

Barcode 4056489825128

Scanned 5 times by Nomi users

Yes — SPAGHETTI BOLOGNESE is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains glucose syrup and natural flavouring, which are industrially processed ingredients used as additives. These go beyond basic culinary ingredients and indicate an ultra-processed formulation according to NOVA.

Ingredients

5 ultra-processed markers

OK

59% bolognese sauce (23% beef, tomatoes, tomato paste, water, carrot, onion, garlic purée)

A ready-made sauce with ground beef, tomatoes, tomato paste, water, carrot, onion, and garlic purée. Used as a base or topping in dishes like pasta or lasagne. Contains multiple recipe ingredients, not a single food item.
OK

red wine vinegar

Acidic condiment produced by fermenting red wine to acetic acid. Commonly used for dressings, marinades, and pickling. Contains sulphites.
UPF

low sodium salt (potassium chloride)

Salt substitute containing potassium chloride; used to reduce sodium intake. Not a traditional salt; primarily an ingredient for seasoning. Not a typical food item alone.
OK

salt

A basic mineral seasoning used to flavour foods; widely used across cuisines.
OK

rapeseed oil

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

sugar

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

vegetable stock

A basic culinary stock made from vegetables and water, used as a flavorful base in soups and dishes.
UPF

glucose syrup

A processed syrup made from starch (usually corn) consisting mainly of glucose; commonly used as a sweetener and thickener.
UPF

yeast extract

Concentrated extracts from yeast used as a flavor enhancer in foods; often rich in natural glutamates.
OK

salt

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

chicory extract

Extract from chicory root used as a flavoring or coffee substitute; contains natural seasonings and polyphenols.
UPF

natural flavouring

A flavoring substance used to impart taste or aroma; likely an additive derived from natural sources. The extra closing bracket in the original name is ignored for description.
OK

tapioca starch

Starch extracted from cassava (tapioca root), used as a thickener and binder.
OK

black pepper

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

rosemary

A fragrant herb used fresh or dried to season dishes and compounds like oils and butters.
OK

oregano

A dried aromatic herb used as a spice in cooking, with a warm, slightly bitter flavor.
OK

cooked spaghetti (water, durum wheat flour)

Cooked pasta made from durum wheat flour and water. This represents a basic cooking of pasta into a ready-to-eat form.

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Common questions about SPAGHETTI BOLOGNESE

Is SPAGHETTI BOLOGNESE ultra-processed?

Yes — SPAGHETTI BOLOGNESE by CHEF SELECT is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains glucose syrup and natural flavouring, which are industrially processed ingredients used as additives. These go beyond basic culinary ingredients and indicate an ultra-processed formulation according to NOVA.

Which ingredients in SPAGHETTI BOLOGNESE are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 5 ingredients in SPAGHETTI BOLOGNESE as ultra-processed markers: low sodium salt (potassium chloride), glucose syrup, yeast extract, chicory extract, natural 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.