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Mushroom wellington by Waitrose
Waitrose

Mushroom wellington

Barcode 5000169614860
Scanned  6  times by Nomi users
Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Mushroom wellington is ultra-processed.

This product is ultra-processed because it contains several industrial additives and formulations, including palm oil, stabilisers (methylcellulose, guar gum), maltodextrin, yeast extract, and the preservative potassium sorbate. These ingredients are characteristic of ultra-processed foods under the NOVA classification.

Ingredients

4 ultra-processed markers
  • OK
    wheat flour
    A basic refined flour made from wheat, enriched with vitamins and minerals (calcium carbonate, folic acid, iron, niacin, thiamin). Common baking ingredient.
  • OK
    water
    Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
  • OK
    portobello mushrooms (12%)
    Edible mature form of the Agaricus bisporus mushroom species, commonly used in cooking for their meaty texture and umami flavor.
  • OK
    palm oil (certified sustainable)
    Oil extracted from the fruit of oil palm trees; commonly used for cooking and food manufacturing. Despite sustainability certifications, palm oil is a basic ingredient but classification as UPF depends on processing level; here it is considered not UPF as a basic edible oil.
  • OK
    mushrooms (11%)
    Edible fungi used in cooking, part of the general group of mushrooms including common varieties.
  • OK
    diced onion
    A small, cubed form of onion used to flavor dishes.
  • OK
    brown rice
    Whole grain rice with bran layer; commonly used as a staple carbohydrate.
  • OK
    shallots
    A small bulbous member of the onion family with a milder, sweeter flavour than onions; used fresh or cooked.
  • OK
    mixed seeds (3%) (sunflower, pumpkin)
    A small mix of seeds, primarily sunflower and pumpkin seeds, used for texture and nutrition.
  • OK
    rapeseed oil
    A basic culinary oil pressed from rapeseeds (Brassica napus). Used for frying, baking, and dressings. Neutral flavor.
  • OK
    spinach
    Leafy green vegetable commonly used as a fresh or cooked ingredient.
  • OK
    sugar
    Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
  • OK
    salt
    Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
  • OK
    dried porcini mushrooms
    Dried porcini mushrooms, rehydrated in cooking to add a rich, earthy mushroom 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.
  • OK
    oats
    Whole grain cereal from the Avena sativa plant; commonly consumed as a breakfast staple or used in baking.
  • OK
    herbs
    A general category of culinary herbs (fresh or dried leaves) used to flavor dishes.
  • UPF
    stabilisers (methylcellulose, guar gum)
    A blend of food-grade thickeners used to modify texture in products. Methylcellulose and guar gum are common stabilisers used to improve viscosity and suspension.
  • OK
    garlic purée
    Pureed garlic, often used as a flavoring base.
  • OK
    spices
    diverse plant extracts used to flavor foods; can refer to a mix of single or blended seasonings.
  • 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.
  • OK
    potato starch
    A basic, finely ground starch derived from potatoes; used as a thickener and binder in foods.
  • UPF
    potassium sorbate
    Potassium sorbate is a widely used food preservative that inhibits the growth of molds, yeast, and some bacteria to extend shelf life.
  • OK
    coconut extract
    A flavoring derived from coconuts, used to impart coconut flavor or aroma. Depending on processing, may be a simple extract.
  • 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.
  • OK
    parsnip
    A root vegetable related to carrots and celery, with a sweet, earthy flavor; commonly eaten cooked or raw.
  • OK
    yeast
    A living microorganism used as a leavening agent in baking.

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Common questions about Mushroom wellington

Is Mushroom wellington ultra-processed?

Yes — Mushroom wellington by Waitrose is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This product is ultra-processed because it contains several industrial additives and formulations, including palm oil, stabilisers (methylcellulose, guar gum), maltodextrin, yeast extract, and the preservative potassium sorbate. These ingredients are characteristic of ultra-processed foods under the NOVA classification.

Which ingredients in Mushroom wellington are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 4 ingredients in Mushroom wellington as ultra-processed markers: yeast extract, stabilisers (methylcellulose, guar gum), maltodextrin, potassium sorbate. 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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