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Smokehouse BBQ by Eatz
Eatz

Smokehouse BBQ

Barcode 4088600206608
Scanned  23  times by Nomi users
Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Smokehouse BBQ is ultra-processed.

Product contains multiple ultra-processed ingredients/additives according to NOVA, including modified corn starch (industrial modified starch), maltodextrin (refined industrial sugar), flavourings (industrial flavourings), and the pre-identified UPF ingredients garlic extract and yeast extract/yeast extract powder. Presence of any such additives makes the whole product UPF.

Ingredients

7 ultra-processed markers
  • OK
    corn kernels (26%)
  • OK
    dried green peas (26%)
  • OK
    corn (19%)
  • OK
    sunflower oil
    A neutral-tasting culinary oil pressed from sunflower seeds, rich in unsaturated fats and commonly used for frying and dressings.
  • OK
    corn starch
    Powdered starch derived from corn, widely used as a thickener and binding agent in cooking and baking.
  • UPF
    modified corn starch
    A processed starch used as a thickener and texture enhancer, created by chemically modifying corn starch.
  • 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.
  • UPF
    flavourings
    Flavourings are additives that are used to enhance or impart flavor to food products. They are considered ultra-processed as they are synthetic or natural substances that are typically extracted, isolated, or synthesized for their flavor properties.
  • OK
    yeast
    A living microorganism used as a leavening agent in baking.
  • UPF
    maltodextrin
    A white powder made from starch that has been partially hydrolyzed; used as a thickener or filler and widely used as a food additive.
  • UPF
    garlic extract
    A flavoring made by concentrating compounds from garlic, used to impart garlic flavor in foods and seasonings.
  • 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
    garlic powder
    Dried, ground garlic used as a convenient, concentrated form of garlic flavoring in cooking.
  • OK
    tomato powder
    Powdered tomato used as a flavoring or ingredient, a minimally processed dried tomato product.
  • OK
    oregano
    A dried aromatic herb used as a spice in cooking, with a warm, slightly bitter flavor.
  • OK
    paprika powder
    Ground dried red paprika peppers used as a spice to add color and mild to moderate heat.
  • OK
    smoked paprika powder
  • UPF
    yeast extract powder
    Powdered extract derived from Saccharomyces cerevisiae, rich in amino acids and umami; used as a flavor enhancer.
  • UPF
    paprika extract
    A concentrated pigment derived from paprika used as a colorant in foods.
  • OK
    apple cider vinegar powder
    Dried powder made from apple cider vinegar, often used as a flavoring or seasoning ingredient.
  • 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
    onion powder
    Dried and ground onion used as a seasoning to impart onion flavor.
  • OK
    chilli powder
    Ground dried chili peppers used as a spice to add heat and flavor in dishes. It is a basic single-ingredient spice.
  • OK
    citric acid
    A naturally occurring weak organic acid used as an acidity regulator and preservative in foods and beverages.

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Common questions about Smokehouse BBQ

Is Smokehouse BBQ ultra-processed?

Yes — Smokehouse BBQ by Eatz is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Product contains multiple ultra-processed ingredients/additives according to NOVA, including modified corn starch (industrial modified starch), maltodextrin (refined industrial sugar), flavourings (industrial flavourings), and the pre-identified UPF ingredients garlic extract and yeast extract/yeast extract powder. Presence of any such additives makes the whole product UPF.

Which ingredients in Smokehouse BBQ are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 7 ingredients in Smokehouse BBQ as ultra-processed markers: modified corn starch, flavourings, maltodextrin, garlic extract, yeast extract powder, paprika extract, 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?

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