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Mushroom & Spinach kyiv

Mushroom & Spinach kyiv

Barcode 5012869541926
Scanned  25  times by Nomi users
Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Mushroom & Spinach kyiv is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains yeast extract, which is a pre-identified UPF ingredient, as well as other processed additives such as emulsifying salts (E450, E452).

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers
  • OK
    vegetables (17% mushroom)
  • OK
    onion
    A common bulb vegetable used as a base flavor in many cuisines. Crisp, pungent, sweet when cooked.
  • OK
    9% spinach
  • OK
    15% cheese and garlic sauce (cheddar cheese (milk), water)
  • OK
    full-fat soft cheese (milk)
    A soft, spreadable cheese made from cow's milk with high fat content; typically creamy, mild flavor and smooth texture.
  • OK
    butter (milk)
    A dairy fat product made from churning cream; commonly used in cooking and baking.
  • OK
    garlic
    A bulbous aromatic spice used to impart savory flavor in cooking; can be used fresh, sautéed, roasted, or in powder form.
  • OK
    starch
    Powdered carbohydrate obtained from plants (e.g., corn, potato, tapioca); thickening agent and energy source in foods.
  • OK
    emulsifying salts (e450)
  • UPF
    polyphosphates
    Polyphosphate salts used as emulsifiers and stabilisers; often included as processing aids and food additives.
  • OK
    salt
    Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
  • OK
    ascorbic acid
    Vitamin C; antioxidant used to prevent oxidation and preserve color and freshness in foods; a common food additive and nutrient.
  • OK
    parsley
    A fresh green herb used to flavor and garnish dishes; commonly added chopped leaves.
  • OK
    brown rice
    Whole grain rice with bran layer; commonly used as a staple carbohydrate.
  • OK
    breadcrumbs (fortified wheat flour (calcium carbonate, iron, niacin, thiamin), yeast, salt)
  • OK
    water
    Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
  • OK
    potato flakes (potato)
  • OK
    rosemary extract antioxidant
    A plant-derived antioxidant used in foods to prevent oxidation and extend shelf life; typically derived from rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis) extracts.
  • OK
    wheat flour (fortified)
    Fine ground cereal flour from wheat with added vitamins and minerals (calcium carbonate, iron, niacin, thiamin).
  • OK
    tapioca starch
    Starch extracted from cassava (tapioca root), used as a thickener and binder.
  • OK
    free range chicken egg white powder
  • OK
    rapeseed oil
    A basic culinary oil pressed from rapeseeds (Brassica napus). Used for frying, baking, and dressings. Neutral flavor.
  • OK
    onion powder
    Dried and ground onion used as a seasoning to impart onion flavor.
  • OK
    garlic powder
    Dried, ground garlic used as a convenient, concentrated form of garlic flavoring in cooking.
  • OK
    maize flour
    Finely ground maize used as a staple ingredient in baking and cooking; a basic food commodity.
  • OK
    poppyseed
  • 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
    linseed
    Also known as flaxseed; a small, nutrient-rich seed high in omega-3 fatty acids and fiber.
  • OK
    miliet
  • OK
    sunflower seeds
    Small, edible seeds with a mild nutty flavor, used in snacks, baking, and cooking.
  • OK
    herbs
    A general category of culinary herbs (fresh or dried leaves) used to flavor dishes.

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Common questions about Mushroom & Spinach kyiv

Is Mushroom & Spinach kyiv ultra-processed?

Yes — Mushroom & Spinach kyiv is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains yeast extract, which is a pre-identified UPF ingredient, as well as other processed additives such as emulsifying salts (E450, E452).

Which ingredients in Mushroom & Spinach kyiv are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Mushroom & Spinach kyiv as ultra-processed markers: polyphosphates, 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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