Aldi, Bramwells

Vegetable Stock Cubes

Barcode 4088600243627

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Yes — Vegetable Stock Cubes is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains several industrial ingredients and additives, including palm oil, yeast extract, natural flavourings (contains celery), onion extract, carrot extract, and antioxidant: extracts of rosemary. These are industrial formulations or additives used for flavour enhancement, texture, and preservation, fitting NOVA's criteria for ultra-processed foods.

Ingredients

6 ultra-processed markers

OK

salt

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

palm oil

A widely used edible oil pressed from the fruit of oil palms; a basic culinary oil but highly processed in many commercial products.
OK

corn starch

A refined starch extracted from corn, used as a thickening agent in foods.
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

vegetables (4,5%) (onion powder, dried carrot, tomato powder, dried celery, dried leek, dried cabbage)

A blended mix of dehydrated vegetables used as a flavoring or base ingredient in seasonings. Contains multiple dried vegetables and onion powder.
UPF

natural flavourings

Flavouring substances derived from natural sources, here noted to contain celery. Used to impart aroma or taste without adding a discrete food item.
OK

sugar

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

dried parsley

Dried leaves of parsley (Petroselinum crispum). Used as a fresh-herb substitute that provides a mild, bright, slightly grassy flavor; common in Europe and North America.
UPF

onion extract

A liquid extract derived from onions used as a flavoring agent in foods.
UPF

carrot extract

Extract derived from carrots, used for flavor or color. A highly processed extract.
OK

garlic powder

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

turmeric powder

A bright-orange, finely ground spice from the rhizome of Curcuma longa, used for color and flavor in many cuisines; commonly used in curry blends and as a seasoning.
UPF

rosemary extract

A plant-derived antioxidant used to prevent lipid oxidation and preserve flavor and color.

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Common questions about Vegetable Stock Cubes

Is Vegetable Stock Cubes ultra-processed?

Yes — Vegetable Stock Cubes by Aldi, Bramwells is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains several industrial ingredients and additives, including palm oil, yeast extract, natural flavourings (contains celery), onion extract, carrot extract, and antioxidant: extracts of rosemary. These are industrial formulations or additives used for flavour enhancement, texture, and preservation, fitting NOVA's criteria for ultra-processed foods.

Which ingredients in Vegetable Stock Cubes are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 6 ingredients in Vegetable Stock Cubes as ultra-processed markers: palm oil, yeast extract, natural flavourings, onion extract, carrot extract, rosemary extract. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Vegetable Stock Cubes?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Hugh's classic vegetable stock by River Cottage. 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.