Deli kitchen

Persian style flatbread

Barcode 5012121006330

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Yes — Persian style flatbread is ultra-processed.

The product is ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives and preservatives beyond basic culinary ingredients. Specifically: preservatives (potassium sorbate, calcium propionate) and a stabiliser (carboxymethyl cellulose, likely what is meant by 'carboxymethyl cetose') are typical ultra-processed additives. Other ingredients like fortified wheat flour, basic oils, yeast, acidity regulator (citric acid) and standard raising agents are not UPF on their own, but the presence of these industrial additives classifies the overall product as UPF according to NOVA.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

wheat flour

A basic cereal flour made from ground wheat grains, often enriched with vitamins and minerals.
OK

water

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

rapeseed oil

A basic culinary oil pressed from rapeseeds (Brassica napus). Used for frying, baking, and dressings. Neutral flavor.
OK

yeast

A living microorganism used as a leavening agent in baking.
OK

extra virgin olive oil

A high-quality cold-pressed olive oil (extra virgin) used for cooking and dressing; contains 3% of the product's content as stated but the ingredient itself is olive oil.
OK

wheat gluten

Gluten from wheat; a protein complex used as a food ingredient to provide elasticity and structure in doughs and meat substitutes (e.g., seitan).
OK

spirit vinegar

A clear, distilled vinegar typically made from fermented alcohol (ethanol) and used for pickling, flavoring, and preservation.
OK

raising agents (disodium diphosphate, sodium hydrogen carbonate, calcium phosphate)
UPF

preservatives (potassium sorbate, calcium propionate)

Food additives that prevent spoilage by inhibiting mold and bacteria.
OK

salt

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

stabiliser (carboxymethyl cetose)
OK

citric acid

A natural organic acid used to balance acidity and preserve foods; a common food additive.
OK

whear starch
OK

wheat nour allergen information: for allergens
OK

including cereals containing gluten
OK

see ingredients in bold. may also contain milk

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Common questions about Persian style flatbread

Is Persian style flatbread ultra-processed?

Yes — Persian style flatbread by Deli kitchen is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives and preservatives beyond basic culinary ingredients. Specifically: preservatives (potassium sorbate, calcium propionate) and a stabiliser (carboxymethyl cellulose, likely what is meant by 'carboxymethyl cetose') are typical ultra-processed additives. Other ingredients like fortified wheat flour, basic oils, yeast, acidity regulator (citric acid) and standard raising agents are not UPF on their own, but the presence of these industrial additives classifies the overall product as UPF according to NOVA.

Which ingredients in Persian style flatbread are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Persian style flatbread as an ultra-processed marker: preservatives (potassium sorbate, calcium propionate). 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.