Aldi

Sourdough Breaded Cod Fillets

Barcode 4061459988888

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Yes — Sourdough Breaded Cod Fillets is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains several UPF ingredients and additives, including yeast extract, dextrose, garlic extract, and black pepper extract, which are industrially processed flavor enhancers or refined sugars according to NOVA-style criteria. Even though many components are basic culinary ingredients (fish, wheat flour, oil, etc.), the presence of these UPF additives makes the overall product UPF.

Ingredients

4 ultra-processed markers

OK

ns cod (gadus morhua) (fish) (60%)
OK

wheat flour

A basic flour ground from wheat, often enriched with added minerals and vitamins.
OK

rapeseed oil

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

water

Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
OK

durum wheat semolina

Coarsely ground durum wheat flour used especially for making pasta; high in gluten.
OK

maize starch

Fine white powder obtained from corn; used as a thickener in sauces and soups.
OK

salt

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

garlic powder

Dried, ground garlic used as a convenient, concentrated form of garlic flavoring in cooking.
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

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 gluten

Gluten from wheat; a protein complex used as a food ingredient to provide elasticity and structure in doughs and meat substitutes (e.g., seitan).
OK

yeast

A living microorganism used as a leavening agent in baking.
OK

cider vinegar

Fermented apple cider turned into a sour, acidic liquid used for dressings and as a flavoring.
OK

dried wheat sourdough
OK

onion powder

Dried and ground onion used as a seasoning to impart onion flavor.
UPF

dextrose

A simple sugar derived from glucose. Commonly used as a sweetener and source of quick energy in foods.
OK

sugar

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

white pepper

A spice ground from ripe peppercorns with the outer husk removed, used to impart mild heat and aroma to dishes.
UPF

garlic extract

A flavoring made by concentrating compounds from garlic, used to impart garlic flavor in foods and seasonings.
UPF

black pepper extract

A concentrated extract from black pepper used to impart aroma and slight heat.

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Common questions about Sourdough Breaded Cod Fillets

Is Sourdough Breaded Cod Fillets ultra-processed?

Yes — Sourdough Breaded Cod Fillets by Aldi is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains several UPF ingredients and additives, including yeast extract, dextrose, garlic extract, and black pepper extract, which are industrially processed flavor enhancers or refined sugars according to NOVA-style criteria. Even though many components are basic culinary ingredients (fish, wheat flour, oil, etc.), the presence of these UPF additives makes the overall product UPF.

Which ingredients in Sourdough Breaded Cod Fillets are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 4 ingredients in Sourdough Breaded Cod Fillets as ultra-processed markers: yeast extract, dextrose, garlic extract, black pepper extract. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Sourdough Breaded Cod Fillets?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Youngs Salt Pepper Basa Fillets 2pk by Youngs, 10 Breaded Cod Fish Fingers by The Fishmonger Aldi, 30 Fish Fingers Cod by BirdsEye. See the healthier alternatives above for details.

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.

Sourdough Breaded Cod Fillets

Ingredients

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Common questions about Sourdough Breaded Cod Fillets

Is Sourdough Breaded Cod Fillets ultra-processed?

Which ingredients in Sourdough Breaded Cod Fillets are ultra-processed?

What are healthier alternatives to Sourdough Breaded Cod Fillets?

What does "ultra-processed" (UPF) mean?

How can I check whether other foods are ultra-processed?

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