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Hunters chicken risotto

Barcode 5010482338299

Yes — Hunters chicken risotto is ultra-processed.

Product contains several ultra-processed ingredients/additives according to NOVA criteria, notably yeast extract (explicitly pre-identified as UPF), smoke flavouring, barley malt extract (a processed flavour enhancer), and food additives used as stabilisers (triphosphates, carrageenan, sodium carbonates) in the cooked smoked pork. These industrial ingredients classify the overall product as ultra-processed.

Ingredients

6 ultra-processed markers

OK

risotto rice

Short- to medium-grain rice used especially for making creamy risotto dishes; typically absorbs liquid and releases starch to create a creamy texture.
UPF

chicken

Poultry preparation containing chicken meat with added flavor enhancers and processing ingredients (e.g., starch, sugar, flavorings, yeast extract, and fats).
OK

red pepper

Red pepper, a ripe form of Capsicum annuum; used fresh or cooked to add sweetness and heat.
OK

yellow pepper

A common yellow bell pepper, a non-starchy vegetable used fresh or cooked.
OK

water

Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
OK

chopped tomatoes

Crushed or chopped tomatoes in tomato juice, typically used in sauces and soups.
OK

onion

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

red onion

A red onion, a common culinary vegetable used raw or cooked for flavor.
UPF

cooked smoke flavour pork

A processed meat ingredient with added water, salt, stabilisers and antioxidants to enhance texture and shelf-life.
OK

dark soy sauce

A seasoned liquid condiment made from fermented soybeans and roasted wheat; includes sugar and salt.
OK

tomato paste

Concentrated tomato juice cooked down to a thick, concentrated concentrate used as a base or flavoring in sauces and dishes.
OK

worcester sauce

A savory sauce using a blend of water, sugar, onion, and spices; contains barley malt extract.
OK

balsamic vinegar

A dark, aromatic vinegar made from grape must and wine, aged to develop complex fruity-balsamic flavors.
OK

garlic purée

Pureed garlic, often used as a flavoring base.
UPF

chicken bouillon

A seasoned stock or base made from concentrated chicken extract, water, salt and flavor enhancers (yeast extract containing barley).
OK

maize starch

Fine white powder obtained from corn; used as a thickener in sauces and soups.
UPF

smoked water

Water infused with smoke flavors or compounds used as a flavoring agent in cooking.
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

spices (contain mustard)

A blend of ground spices that may include mustard; used to add aroma, heat, and depth to dishes.
OK

salt

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

garlic powder

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

roasted onion powder

Powdered onion that has been roasted to develop deeper flavor; a basic, single-ingredient spice.
OK

onion powder

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

Barley Malt Extract

Barley malt extract is a sweetener made from malted barley grains.
OK

roasted onion granules

Dried onion granules that have been roasted to develop a richer flavor.

Common questions about Hunters chicken risotto

Is Hunters chicken risotto ultra-processed?

Yes — Hunters chicken risotto by Slimming world is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Product contains several ultra-processed ingredients/additives according to NOVA criteria, notably yeast extract (explicitly pre-identified as UPF), smoke flavouring, barley malt extract (a processed flavour enhancer), and food additives used as stabilisers (triphosphates, carrageenan, sodium carbonates) in the cooked smoked pork. These industrial ingredients classify the overall product as ultra-processed.

Which ingredients in Hunters chicken risotto are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 6 ingredients in Hunters chicken risotto as ultra-processed markers: chicken, cooked smoke flavour pork, chicken bouillon, smoked water, yeast extract, Barley Malt 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.