Ben’s Original

Risotto Chicken & Mushroom

Barcode 5010034016200

Yes — Risotto Chicken & Mushroom is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains several NOVA UPF ingredients: natural mushroom flavouring, natural flavouring, and yeast extract. These are industrial flavour formulations and flavour enhancers, not traditional culinary ingredients. Other ingredients are minimally processed or basic culinary ingredients, but the presence of these additives is sufficient to classify the overall product as UPF.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

steamed parboiled medium grain rice (79%)
OK

button mushrooms (8.0%)
OK

diced chicken (chicken breast (4.7%), water, potato starch, salt)
OK

sunflower oil

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

natural mushroom flavouring
OK

cream (milk)

Dairy cream made from milk, a basic culinary ingredient.
OK

parsley

A fresh green herb used to flavor and garnish dishes; commonly added chopped leaves.
UPF

natural flavouring

A generic flavoring ingredient derived from natural sources used to impart aroma or taste; may include essential oils or extracts.
OK

salt

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

garlic powder

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

spice

Diverse plant-derived flavoring agents used to season foods; typically used in small amounts.
OK

curry powder

Common questions about Risotto Chicken & Mushroom

Is Risotto Chicken & Mushroom ultra-processed?

Yes — Risotto Chicken & Mushroom by Ben’s Original is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains several NOVA UPF ingredients: natural mushroom flavouring, natural flavouring, and yeast extract. These are industrial flavour formulations and flavour enhancers, not traditional culinary ingredients. Other ingredients are minimally processed or basic culinary ingredients, but the presence of these additives is sufficient to classify the overall product as UPF.

Which ingredients in Risotto Chicken & Mushroom are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Risotto Chicken & Mushroom as ultra-processed markers: natural flavouring, yeast 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?

Scan any barcode — or photograph the ingredients label — with the free Nomi app for iOS and Android. You'll get an instant ultra-processed verdict with every ingredient explained in plain English.

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.