Bisto

Beef gravy

Barcode 5000354922909

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Yes — Beef gravy is ultra-processed.

The product contains several ultra-processed ingredients/additives according to NOVA, including maltodextrin, flavour enhancers (MSG, disodium 5′-ribonucleotides), industrially refined palm oil, artificial colour (ammonia caramel), unspecified flavourings, and emulsifier (soya lecithin). Any one of these is enough to classify it as ultra-processed; together they clearly make this an ultra-processed food product.

Ingredients

5 ultra-processed markers

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.
OK

salt

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

Vegetable Oils (Palm, Rapeseed)

A blend of oils extracted from palm and rapeseed plants.
OK

flavour enhancers (msg, disorienting 5-ribonucleotides)
UPF

caramel color (ammonia-treated)

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

sugar

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

beef extract powder (maltodextrin, beef extract)
OK

onion powder

Dried and ground onion used as a seasoning to impart onion flavor.
OK

emulsifier (soya lectin)
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.
UPF

black pepper extract

A concentrated extract from black pepper used to impart aroma and slight heat.
OK

onion oil

Oil infused with onion flavor, used to impart onion aroma and taste; typically a processed flavoring or finishing oil.
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 Beef gravy

Is Beef gravy ultra-processed?

Yes — Beef gravy by Bisto is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product contains several ultra-processed ingredients/additives according to NOVA, including maltodextrin, flavour enhancers (MSG, disodium 5′-ribonucleotides), industrially refined palm oil, artificial colour (ammonia caramel), unspecified flavourings, and emulsifier (soya lecithin). Any one of these is enough to classify it as ultra-processed; together they clearly make this an ultra-processed food product.

Which ingredients in Beef gravy are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 5 ingredients in Beef gravy as ultra-processed markers: maltodextrin, Vegetable Oils (Palm, Rapeseed), caramel color (ammonia-treated), flavourings, black pepper 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.