Specially Selected

Porcini, Chanterelle & Truffle Mezzelune

Barcode 4088600321226

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Yes — Porcini, Chanterelle & Truffle Mezzelune is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains at least one industrial flavour additive: "flavouring". According to NOVA, the presence of added flavourings makes a food ultra-processed, regardless of the rest of the ingredients.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

wheat flour

Finely ground cereal flour from wheat; a fundamental baking ingredient.
OK

water

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

asiago cheese pdo (milk)
OK

pasteurised free range egg (11%)
OK

durum wheat semolina

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

sunflower oil

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

lactose (milk)

A disaccharide derived from lactose in milk, commonly used as a dairy-derived additive or ingredient.
OK

pasteurized egg white

The white portion of eggs that has been heat-treated to kill bacteria while remaining suitable for whipping and cooking.
OK

cornflour

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

porcini mushroom (2%)
OK

butter (milk)

A dairy fat product made from churning cream; commonly used in cooking and baking.
OK

salt

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

maize starch

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

chanterelle mushroom (1%)
OK

onion

A common bulb vegetable used as a base flavor in many cuisines. Crisp, pungent, sweet when cooked.
OK

potato fibre

A dietary fibre ingredient derived from potatoes, used to increase fiber content and modify texture.
OK

yeast

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

parsley

A fresh green herb used to flavor and garnish dishes; commonly added chopped leaves.
OK

dried porcini mushrooms

Dried porcini mushrooms, rehydrated in cooking to add a rich, earthy mushroom flavor.
UPF

flavouring

A generic additive used to impart or enhance flavor; can be synthetic or derived from natural sources.
OK

truffle
OK

corn starch

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

A bulbous aromatic spice used to impart savory flavor in cooking; can be used fresh, sautéed, roasted, or in powder form.
OK

allergy advice: for allergens
OK

see ingredients in bold
OK

may also contain nuts
OK

fish

A basic protein ingredient derived from aquatic animals.
OK

crustacean and soya
OK

no artificial flavourings or preservativo

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Common questions about Porcini, Chanterelle & Truffle Mezzelune

Is Porcini, Chanterelle & Truffle Mezzelune ultra-processed?

Yes — Porcini, Chanterelle & Truffle Mezzelune by Specially Selected is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains at least one industrial flavour additive: "flavouring". According to NOVA, the presence of added flavourings makes a food ultra-processed, regardless of the rest of the ingredients.

Which ingredients in Porcini, Chanterelle & Truffle Mezzelune are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Porcini, Chanterelle & Truffle Mezzelune as an ultra-processed marker: 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.