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Chicken Gravy by Morrisons
Morrisons

Chicken Gravy

Barcode 5010525077062
Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Chicken Gravy is ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid. The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains yeast extract, which is a pre-identified UPF ingredient and an industrially processed flavor enhancer. This alone is sufficient to make the product UPF according to the given rules.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker
  • OK
    morrisons the best the best chicken gravy has been created by our chefs using an irresistible recipe and the finest ingredients
  • OK
    to bring you a little bit of luxury every day. chicken gravy this product contains alcohol
  • OK
    350ge ingredients chicken bouillon (88%) (water, yeast extract, chicken, chicken fat, salt, carrot, onion, tomato paste, bay, thyme)
  • OK
    red onion
    Red onion, a pungent bulb frequently used as a base flavor or garnish in cooking.
  • OK
    corn starch
    A refined starch extracted from corn, used as a thickening agent in foods.
  • OK
    carrot
    A root vegetable used widely in cooking for sweetness, texture, and color.
  • OK
    wheat flour
    Finely ground cereal flour from wheat; a fundamental baking ingredient.
  • OK
    white wine
    A fermented grape beverage used in cooking to deglaze, deglaze pans, and add acidity and aroma to dishes.
  • OK
    salt
    Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
  • 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
    brown sugar
    Unrefined or partially refined sugar with molasses giving a brown color and distinctive flavor; a basic sweetener.
  • OK
    chicken fat
    Rendered fat from chicken, a basic culinary fat used for cooking and adding richness.
  • OK
    sage
    An aromatic herb (Salvia officinalis) used to flavor meats, stuffings, and sauces; leaves are edible.
  • OK
    black pepper
    A common spice made from dried peppercorns of the Piper nigrum plant, used to add pungent heat and aroma to dishes.
  • OK
    bay leaf
    A dried leaf from the Bay laurel tree (Laurus nobilis) used as a herb to flavor dishes.
  • OK
    rosemary
    A fragrant herb used fresh or dried to season dishes and compounds like oils and butters.
  • OK
    thyme. allergy advice for allergens
  • OK
    including cereals containing gluten
  • OK
    see ingredients in bold. nutrition typical values (as consumed) per 100g energy 127kj/

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Common questions about Chicken Gravy

Is Chicken Gravy ultra-processed?

Yes — Chicken Gravy by Morrisons is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid. The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains yeast extract, which is a pre-identified UPF ingredient and an industrially processed flavor enhancer. This alone is sufficient to make the product UPF according to the given rules.

Which ingredients in Chicken Gravy are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Chicken Gravy as an ultra-processed marker: 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?

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