Tyrell’s

tyrells lentil crisps sweet chilli and red pepper

Barcode 5000237204085

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Yes — tyrells lentil crisps sweet chilli and red pepper is ultra-processed.

This product is ultra-processed because it contains several industrially processed ingredients and additives, including yeast extract and colour (paprika extract), which are classified as UPF ingredients under NOVA. The presence of these additives used for flavour enhancement and colouring makes the overall product UPF, even though it also contains some basic ingredients like lentil flour and sunflower oil.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

lentil flour

A fine, pale powder made by grinding dried lentils. It is a basic, minimally processed legume flour used in baking and cooking for adding protein, fiber, and a mild, earthy flavor.
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

sunflower oil

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

maize flour

Finely ground maize used as a staple ingredient in baking and cooking; a basic food commodity.
OK

sweet chilli & red pepper seasoning [sugar
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.
OK

tomato powder

Powdered tomato used as a flavoring or ingredient, a minimally processed dried tomato product.
OK

ground spices (cayenne pepper, white pepper, jalapeno pepper, ginger, star anise)
OK

salt

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

garlic powder

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

dried herbs (parsley, basil)
UPF

colour (paprika extract)

Natural color additive derived from paprika used to impart a red-orange hue in foods.
OK

red bell pepper powder]
OK

potato starch

A basic, finely ground starch derived from potatoes; used as a thickener and binder in foods.
OK

pea starch

Starch extracted from peas; a refined carbohydrate used as a thickener or binder in foods.
OK

sugar

Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
OK

potassium chloride

Mineral salt used as a salt substitute in food. A basic inorganic ingredient commonly used for seasoning or fortification; not ultra-processed.
OK

green pepper powder. may contain soya
OK

gluten

A protein composite found in wheat and other cereals; used as a binding agent in doughs and baked goods.

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Common questions about tyrells lentil crisps sweet chilli and red pepper

Is tyrells lentil crisps sweet chilli and red pepper ultra-processed?

Yes — tyrells lentil crisps sweet chilli and red pepper by Tyrell’s is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This product is ultra-processed because it contains several industrially processed ingredients and additives, including yeast extract and colour (paprika extract), which are classified as UPF ingredients under NOVA. The presence of these additives used for flavour enhancement and colouring makes the overall product UPF, even though it also contains some basic ingredients like lentil flour and sunflower oil.

Which ingredients in tyrells lentil crisps sweet chilli and red pepper are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in tyrells lentil crisps sweet chilli and red pepper as ultra-processed markers: yeast extract, colour (paprika extract). 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.