Bisto

Vegetable Gravy

Barcode 5000354919602

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Yes — Vegetable Gravy is ultra-processed.

Contains several ultra-processed ingredients/additives, including maltodextrin, palm fat (refined palm oil), flavour enhancer (monosodium glutamate), generic flavouring, soya lecithin (emulsifier), and colour (ammonia caramel), which classify it as an ultra-processed food under NOVA.

Ingredients

5 ultra-processed markers

OK

serving suggestion vegetable stew with dumplings dients: potato starch
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

salt

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

palm fat

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

sugar

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

wheat flour (with added powder)
UPF

monosodium glutamate

A flavor-enhancing additive used to intensify taste.
OK

yeast extract (contains barley on, niacin, thiamin)
UPF

flavouring

A generic additive used to impart or enhance flavor; can be synthetic or derived from natural sources.
OK

dried onion

Dried form of the onion bulb, used as a seasoning; flavor-concentrated and shelf-stable.
UPF

caramel color (ammonia-treated)

Food colorant produced by caramelisation of sugars with ammonia (ammonia caramel), used to impart brown color in foods.
OK

onion (soya lecithin)
OK

dried parsley

Dried leaves of parsley (Petroselinum crispum). Used as a fresh-herb substitute that provides a mild, bright, slightly grassy flavor; common in Europe and North America.
OK

carrot juice powder
OK

acidity regulator (citric add sage extract, black pepper extract, ground lovage, onion oil, rosemary extract allergy advice: for allergens, including cereals containing gluten see ingredients in bold trade marks, designs and logos appearing on this pack are owned by the foods group. if you have any problems please keep the packaging and phone uk: 0800 234 6328 mon-fri 9.00am - 5.00pm freepost premier bods consumer relations. roi: 1800 93 2814. premier foods roi, po box no 13008, dublin 1)
OK

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Common questions about Vegetable Gravy

Is Vegetable Gravy ultra-processed?

Yes — Vegetable Gravy by Bisto is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Contains several ultra-processed ingredients/additives, including maltodextrin, palm fat (refined palm oil), flavour enhancer (monosodium glutamate), generic flavouring, soya lecithin (emulsifier), and colour (ammonia caramel), which classify it as an ultra-processed food under NOVA.

Which ingredients in Vegetable Gravy are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 5 ingredients in Vegetable Gravy as ultra-processed markers: maltodextrin, palm fat, monosodium glutamate, flavouring, caramel color (ammonia-treated). See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Vegetable Gravy?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Hugh's classic vegetable stock by River Cottage. See the healthier alternatives above for details.

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.