Bisto

Onion gravy granules

Barcode 5000354919565

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Yes — Onion gravy granules is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list contains several industrial additives and formulations, including maltodextrin (an industrially processed sugar), palm fat (a highly refined palm oil product), artificial flavour enhancers (monosodium glutamate, disodium 5'-ribonucleotides), emulsifier (soya lecithin), and a colour additive (ammonia caramel). According to NOVA criteria, the presence of these additives and industrial ingredients makes the product ultra-processed.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

potato starch

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

palm fat

A fat derived from the fruit of oil palm. Often a highly processed vegetable oil used in food production.
OK

salt

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

onion powder (5%) favourings (contain _wheat_)
OK

_wheat_ flour (with added calcium, iron, niacin, thiamin colour (ammonia caramel))
OK

sugar

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

dried onion (1%)
UPF

flavour enhancers (monosodium glutamate, disodium 5'-ribonucleotides)

Flavor-enhancing additives including monosodium glutamate and disodium 5'-ribonucleotides.
OK

garlic powder

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

emulsifier (_soya_ lecithin) black pepper extract
OK

rosemary extract

A natural extract from rosemary leaves used as a flavoring and/or antioxidant preservative in foods.

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Common questions about Onion gravy granules

Is Onion gravy granules ultra-processed?

Yes — Onion gravy granules by Bisto is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list contains several industrial additives and formulations, including maltodextrin (an industrially processed sugar), palm fat (a highly refined palm oil product), artificial flavour enhancers (monosodium glutamate, disodium 5'-ribonucleotides), emulsifier (soya lecithin), and a colour additive (ammonia caramel). According to NOVA criteria, the presence of these additives and industrial ingredients makes the product ultra-processed.

Which ingredients in Onion gravy granules are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Onion gravy granules as ultra-processed markers: maltodextrin, palm fat, flavour enhancers (monosodium glutamate, disodium 5'-ribonucleotides). 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.