Aldi

RED SPECIALLY SELECTED BRITISH WAGYU Meatballs Mad

Barcode 4088600525549

Yes — RED SPECIALLY SELECTED BRITISH WAGYU Meatballs Mad is ultra-processed.

Contains dextrose (a refined industrial sugar) and additive preservatives/antioxidants such as sodium sulphite and sodium ascorbate, which are extracted/synthesized additives; presence of these ingredients classifies the product as ultra-processed under NOVA.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

wagyu sired british beef (95%)
OK

rehydrated potato
OK

rice flour

A finely milled flour from milled rice, commonly used as a gluten-free thickener or flour substitute in baking and cooking.
OK

sea salt

A basic mineral-rich salt derived from evaporated seawater, used as a seasoning and preservative.
OK

salt

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

preservative: sodium sulphite; corn dextrose
OK

antioxidant: sodium ascorbate. allergy advice:

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Common questions about RED SPECIALLY SELECTED BRITISH WAGYU Meatballs Mad

Is RED SPECIALLY SELECTED BRITISH WAGYU Meatballs Mad ultra-processed?

Yes — RED SPECIALLY SELECTED BRITISH WAGYU Meatballs Mad by Aldi is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Contains dextrose (a refined industrial sugar) and additive preservatives/antioxidants such as sodium sulphite and sodium ascorbate, which are extracted/synthesized additives; presence of these ingredients classifies the product as ultra-processed under NOVA.

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.