Dolmio

Dolmio Stir in Spicy Pepperoni 180g

Barcode 5010034595002

Yes — Dolmio Stir in Spicy Pepperoni 180g is ultra-processed.

The product is ultra-processed because it contains several UPF ingredients/additives: modified maize starch (a chemically modified starch used as a thickener/stabilizer), dextrose (an industrially refined sugar), natural flavouring (an industrial flavoring), and preservatives/antioxidants such as sodium nitrite and sodium ascorbate. These industrial formulations go beyond basic culinary ingredients and classify the product as UPF under NOVA.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

tomatoes (44%)
OK

red pepper (15%)
OK

pepperoni (10%) (pork meat, pork fat, salt, dextrose, spices, natural flavouring, garlic powder, antioxidant (sodium ascorbate), preservative (sodium nitrite))
OK

tomato paste (8.9%)
OK

onion

A common bulb vegetable used as a base flavor in many cuisines. Crisp, pungent, sweet when cooked.
OK

sunflower oil

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

sugar

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

modified maize starch

A processed starch, often used as a thickener or binding agent in foods; may be treated to modify properties.
OK

olive oil

A basic culinary oil pressed from olives, used for cooking, dressing, and flavor.
OK

basil (1.0%)
OK

parsley (1.0%)
OK

garlic

A bulbous aromatic spice used to impart savory flavor in cooking; can be used fresh, sautéed, roasted, or in powder form.
OK

salt

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

chilli paste (0.4%) (chillies, salt)
OK

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Common questions about Dolmio Stir in Spicy Pepperoni 180g

Is Dolmio Stir in Spicy Pepperoni 180g ultra-processed?

Yes — Dolmio Stir in Spicy Pepperoni 180g by Dolmio is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is ultra-processed because it contains several UPF ingredients/additives: modified maize starch (a chemically modified starch used as a thickener/stabilizer), dextrose (an industrially refined sugar), natural flavouring (an industrial flavoring), and preservatives/antioxidants such as sodium nitrite and sodium ascorbate. These industrial formulations go beyond basic culinary ingredients and classify the product as UPF under NOVA.

Which ingredients in Dolmio Stir in Spicy Pepperoni 180g are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Dolmio Stir in Spicy Pepperoni 180g as an ultra-processed marker: modified maize starch. 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.