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Bacon Flavour Fries by The Smiths
The Smiths

Bacon Flavour Fries

Barcode 5000328133034
Scanned  15  times by Nomi users
Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Bacon Flavour Fries is ultra-processed.

This snack contains several ultra-processed ingredients and additives, including flavourings, flavour enhancer (monosodium glutamate), hydrolysed vegetable protein, sulphite ammonia caramel colour, and industrial bacon flavour seasoning. These extracted and synthesized additives used for flavour enhancement, colouring, and seasoning classify it as an ultra-processed food under NOVA.

Ingredients

5 ultra-processed markers
  • 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 (corn)
    A basic staple grain used as a food ingredient; kernels from Zea mays.
  • OK
    soya grits
    Coarsely ground soybeans used as a cereal or base ingredient in plant-based dishes.
  • OK
    rice
    A basic staple grain consumed worldwide, used in a wide range of dishes.
  • UPF
    bacon flavour seasoning with whey powder
    A processed seasoning blend intended to impart bacon flavour; contains whey powder (milk-derived) and likely other flavorings.
  • UPF
    hydrolysed vegetable protein (contains soy)
    Hydrolyzed plant protein used as a flavor enhancer; a highly processed ingredient often used to boost umami.
  • OK
    breadcrumbs
    Crumbled baked bread, usually seasoned; contains wheat gluten. Commonly used as a binding or topping.
  • OK
    yeast powder
    Powdered form of active dry yeast used as a leavening agent in baking or fermentation.
  • UPF
    flavourings
    Flavourings are additives that are used to enhance or impart flavor to food products. They are considered ultra-processed as they are synthetic or natural substances that are typically extracted, isolated, or synthesized for their flavor properties.
  • UPF
    monosodium glutamate
    A flavor-enhancing additive used to intensify taste.
  • OK
    salt
    Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
  • OK
    sugar
    Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
  • OK
    wheat flour
    Ground wheat used for baking and cooking; often fortified with minerals and vitamins.
  • 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
    sodium carbonate
    An acidity regulator and leavening/prevention agent in foods; a basic inorganic salt often used to adjust pH.
  • OK
    smoked salt
    A salt infused with smoke flavor or smoke-dried; used as seasoning.
  • UPF
    caramel colour with sulphite ammonia caramel
    Caramel color is a common food coloring derived from sugars and acids, often containing sulphites. Used to impart brown hues in beverages and foods.
  • OK
    barley
    A whole grain used in cooking and brewing; a basic cereal ingredient.
  • OK
    celery
    A crunchy, fibrous stalk vegetable commonly used fresh in salads, soups, and as a garnish. Rich in water and nutrients like vitamin K and folate.
  • OK
    mustard
    Ground seeds of the mustard plant or prepared mustard condiments used to add sharp, tangy flavor. Generally a basic condiment.

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Common questions about Bacon Flavour Fries

Is Bacon Flavour Fries ultra-processed?

Yes — Bacon Flavour Fries by The Smiths is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This snack contains several ultra-processed ingredients and additives, including flavourings, flavour enhancer (monosodium glutamate), hydrolysed vegetable protein, sulphite ammonia caramel colour, and industrial bacon flavour seasoning. These extracted and synthesized additives used for flavour enhancement, colouring, and seasoning classify it as an ultra-processed food under NOVA.

Which ingredients in Bacon Flavour Fries are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 5 ingredients in Bacon Flavour Fries as ultra-processed markers: bacon flavour seasoning with whey powder, hydrolysed vegetable protein (contains soy), flavourings, monosodium glutamate, caramel colour with sulphite ammonia caramel. 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.

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