Aldi

Savoury chicken rice

Barcode 4088600341613

Scanned 22 times by Nomi users

Yes — Savoury chicken rice is ultra-processed.

This product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains several industrial ingredients and additives, including yeast extract, maltodextrin, yeast extract powder, unspecified flavourings, and the stabiliser guar gum. These are characteristic of ultra-processed foods in the NOVA system.

Ingredients

5 ultra-processed markers

OK

cooked long grain rice (86%)
OK

sweetcorn (3%)
OK

carrots (3%)
OK

red peppers (3%)
OK

sunflower oil

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

onion powder

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

yeast extract

A flavor-enhancing extract produced from yeast cells, rich in amino acids and natural glutamates, commonly used to augment savory flavors.
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

yeast extract powder

Powdered extract derived from Saccharomyces cerevisiae, rich in amino acids and umami; used as a flavor enhancer.
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

garlic powder

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

salt

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

guar gum (stabiliser)

A plant-derived thickener and stabiliser used to improve texture and emulsion stability in foods.
OK

white pepper

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

sage

An aromatic herb (Salvia officinalis) used to flavor meats, stuffings, and sauces; leaves are edible.

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Common questions about Savoury chicken rice

Is Savoury chicken rice ultra-processed?

Yes — Savoury chicken rice by Aldi is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains several industrial ingredients and additives, including yeast extract, maltodextrin, yeast extract powder, unspecified flavourings, and the stabiliser guar gum. These are characteristic of ultra-processed foods in the NOVA system.

Which ingredients in Savoury chicken rice are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 5 ingredients in Savoury chicken rice as ultra-processed markers: yeast extract, maltodextrin, yeast extract powder, flavourings, guar gum (stabiliser). 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.