Minted Cod Bake

Barcode 4335619121522

Yes — Minted Cod Bake is ultra-processed.

This prepared fish meal is ultra-processed because it contains modified maize starch and added natural flavouring, which are industrial additives used to modify texture and taste.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

50% cod (fish)
OK

42% minted pea sauce (20% garden peas, water, single cream (milk), mint flavoured sauce mix (skimmed milk powder, modified maize starch, wheat flour (wheat flour, calcium carbonate, iron, niacin, thiamin), salt, sugar, onion powder, sunflower oil, natural flavouring, mint extract)
OK

diced onions
OK

garlic puree

A simple mashed garlic cloves, sometimes with a small amount of oil or salt; used as a flavoring or base ingredient.
OK

dried mint

Dried leaves of the mint plant used as a seasoning or herb, imparting a cool, aromatic flavor to dishes and beverages.
OK

water

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

sunflower oil

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

mint flavoured crumble (35% breadcrumbs (wheat flour (wheat flour, calcium carbonate, iron, niacin, thiamin), salt, yeast), rapeseed oil, 2% dried mint)

Common questions about Minted Cod Bake

Is Minted Cod Bake ultra-processed?

Yes — Minted Cod Bake is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This prepared fish meal is ultra-processed because it contains modified maize starch and added natural flavouring, which are industrial additives used to modify texture and taste.

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.