Quorn

Quorn sausages

Barcode 5019503025668

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Yes — Quorn sausages is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes industrial additives and extracts such as natural flavouring, calcium alginate (casing), sodium alginate (stabiliser), calcium chloride and calcium acetate (firming agents), roasted barley malt extract (industrial flavor enhancer), and palm oil (highly refined oil). These go beyond basic culinary ingredients and indicate NOVA group 4 processing.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

mycoprotein (41%)
OK

rehydrated free range _egg_
OK

vegetable oils (rapeseed)
OK

palm

A basic vegetable fat derived from the fruit of oil palms commonly used as a cooking oil; non-animal, widely used in foods.
OK

rusk [_wheat_ flour (_wheat_ flour, calcium carbonate, iron, niacin, thiamine)
OK

water

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

yeast

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

salt

A basic mineral seasoning used to flavour foods; widely used across cuisines.
OK

onion

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

natural flavouring

A generic flavoring ingredient derived from natural sources used to impart aroma or taste; may include essential oils or extracts.
OK

casing (calcium alginate)
OK

textured _wheat_ protein (_wheat_ flour, stabiliser: sodium alginate)
OK

firming agents: calcium chloride
OK

calcium acetate; seasoning [herbs (sage, parsley)
OK

rapeseed oil]
OK

pea fibre

Ground pea fibers used as a dietary fiber or texture enhancer in foods.
OK

roasted _barley_ malt extract
OK

natural caramelised sugar

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Common questions about Quorn sausages

Is Quorn sausages ultra-processed?

Yes — Quorn sausages by Quorn is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes industrial additives and extracts such as natural flavouring, calcium alginate (casing), sodium alginate (stabiliser), calcium chloride and calcium acetate (firming agents), roasted barley malt extract (industrial flavor enhancer), and palm oil (highly refined oil). These go beyond basic culinary ingredients and indicate NOVA group 4 processing.

Which ingredients in Quorn sausages are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Quorn sausages as an ultra-processed marker: natural flavouring. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Quorn sausages?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including 6 Veggie Sausages by Chef Select, Lidl, Veggie Cocktail Sausages by Gosh!. See the healthier alternatives above for details.

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.