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Slow cooked BBQ Pulled Pork

Barcode 4088600261430

Yes — Slow cooked BBQ Pulled Pork is ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid. This product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains several industrial additives and UPF ingredients, including smoke flavouring (pre-identified UPF ingredient), dried glucose syrup, modified maize starch, stabiliser (triphosphates), acidity regulator (sodium citrates), and barley malt extract. These additives and processed ingredients go beyond basic culinary components and are characteristic of NOVA Group 4 ultra-processed foods.

Ingredients

5 ultra-processed markers

OK

marinated pork shoulder with added water (77%) [pork shoulder (87%)
OK

water

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

smoky barbecue flavored dry rub

Dry seasoning mix for smoky barbecue flavor, containing spices, sugar and barley malt extract.
OK

sunflower oil

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

seasoning with sugars and malt extract

Compound seasoning mix with dried glucose syrup, starch, salt, sugar and flavor enhancers; includes barley malt extract and yeast extract.
OK

honey

A natural sweet viscous liquid produced by bees from floral nectar; widely used as a sweetener in foods.
OK

spirit vinegar

A clear, distilled vinegar typically made from fermented alcohol (ethanol) and used for pickling, flavoring, and preservation.
OK

molasses

A thick, dark syrup produced during sugar refining, rich in flavor and used in baking and cooking.
OK

tomato purée

A tomato-based concentrate obtained by cooking down tomatoes, commonly used as a base or seasoning in dishes.
OK

cornflour

Ground corn starch used as a thickening agent in cooking and baking.
OK

english mustard

Prepared mustard condiment made from mustard powder or seeds with water, vinegar, salt and optional ingredients like sugar, oil and lemon juice concentrate.
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

Barley Malt Extract

Barley malt extract is a sweetener made from malted barley grains.
UPF

smoke flavouring

A flavoring agent used to impart smoky aroma or taste in foods. Often an extract or additive designed to mimic smoky flavors.
OK

cayenne pepper

Dried and ground hot chili pepper (Capsicum annuum) known for its fiery heat, used to add pungency and warmth to dishes.
OK

ground black pepper

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

paprika extract (color)

Natural colorant derived from paprika used to impart red to orange coloration in foods.

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Common questions about Slow cooked BBQ Pulled Pork

Is Slow cooked BBQ Pulled Pork ultra-processed?

Yes — Slow cooked BBQ Pulled Pork by Ready, Set… Cook! is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid. This product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains several industrial additives and UPF ingredients, including smoke flavouring (pre-identified UPF ingredient), dried glucose syrup, modified maize starch, stabiliser (triphosphates), acidity regulator (sodium citrates), and barley malt extract. These additives and processed ingredients go beyond basic culinary components and are characteristic of NOVA Group 4 ultra-processed foods.

Which ingredients in Slow cooked BBQ Pulled Pork are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 5 ingredients in Slow cooked BBQ Pulled Pork as ultra-processed markers: smoky barbecue flavored dry rub, seasoning with sugars and malt extract, Barley Malt Extract, smoke flavouring, paprika extract (color). 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.