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Breaded Cod Fillets by Aldi
Aldi

Breaded Cod Fillets

Barcode 4088600536309
Scanned  29  times by Nomi users
Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Breaded Cod Fillets is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredients include yeast extract (a pre-identified UPF ingredient) and refined wheat starch, along with diphosphates (a raising agent additive). These indicate industrial formulation beyond basic culinary processing.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers
  • OK
    atlantic cod (gadus morhua) (60%) (fish)
  • OK
    wheat flour
    A basic flour ground from wheat, often enriched with added minerals and vitamins.
  • OK
    rapeseed oil
    A basic culinary oil pressed from rapeseeds (Brassica napus). Used for frying, baking, and dressings. Neutral flavor.
  • OK
    water
    Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
  • OK
    wheat starch
    Starch extracted from wheat grain, used as a thickener, filler, or texture modifier in foods.
  • OK
    salt
    Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
  • OK
    yeast
    A living microorganism used as a leavening agent in baking.
  • UPF
    diphosphate salts used as leavening agents
    Food additive(s) used to produce leavening in baked goods (industrially prepared).
  • OK
    sodium carbonate; onion powder
    A basic inorganic salt used for acidity control (sodium carbonate) and a dehydrated onion flavoring (onion powder).
  • OK
    mustard flour
    Ground mustard seeds used as a spice or condiment; a basic, natural ingredient derived from mustard seeds.
  • OK
    garlic powder
    Dried, ground garlic used as a convenient, concentrated form of garlic flavoring in cooking.
  • 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
    sunflower oil
    A neutral-tasting culinary oil pressed from sunflower seeds, rich in unsaturated fats and commonly used for frying and dressings.
  • UPF
    black pepper extract
    A concentrated extract from black pepper used to impart aroma and slight heat.

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Common questions about Breaded Cod Fillets

Is Breaded Cod Fillets ultra-processed?

Yes — Breaded Cod Fillets by Aldi is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredients include yeast extract (a pre-identified UPF ingredient) and refined wheat starch, along with diphosphates (a raising agent additive). These indicate industrial formulation beyond basic culinary processing.

Which ingredients in Breaded Cod Fillets are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Breaded Cod Fillets as ultra-processed markers: diphosphate salts used as leavening agents, yeast extract, black pepper extract. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Breaded Cod Fillets?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Youngs Salt Pepper Basa Fillets 2pk by Youngs, 10 Breaded Cod Fish Fingers by The Fishmonger Aldi, 30 Fish Fingers Cod by BirdsEye. 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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