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Yes — Silken tofu is ultra-processed.
Classified as ultra-processed because it contains isolated soy protein, an industrially extracted protein ingredient, and additives (glucono delta-lactone as an acidity regulator and calcium chloride as a firming agent). These indicate industrial formulation beyond basic culinary processing under NOVA.
Similar products that aren't ultra-processed — swap and keep the flavour.
Other meat alternatives Nomi has checked — these ones aren't ultra-processed.
falafel
Waitrose
Not UPF
Tofu Brat- und Grillwurst
Taifun
Not UPF
Super Firm Smoked Tofu
Sainsburys
Not UPF
Vegan Fingers Plant Chef
Tesco
Not UPF
BBQ Corn Sweet Potato Falafel
Vemondo
Not UPF
Moroccan Spiced Falafel
Gosh!
Not UPF
Mushroom and chesnut Burger
Waitrose
Not UPF
Spinach Falafels
Waitrose & Partners
Not UPF
Organic Super Firm Tofu
Deliciously Ella
Not UPF
Firm tofu
Tofuking, Tofuking (UK) Ltd
Not UPF
Yes — Silken tofu by Yutaka is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains isolated soy protein, an industrially extracted protein ingredient, and additives (glucono delta-lactone as an acidity regulator and calcium chloride as a firming agent). These indicate industrial formulation beyond basic culinary processing under NOVA.
Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Tofoo Naked Xl by The Tofoo Co., clearspring organic tofu silken & smooth, Super Firm Smoked Tofu by Sainsburys. See the healthier alternatives above for details.
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.
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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.
