Pukka

Pukka Chicken and Mushroom Pie

Barcode 5030756005818

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Yes — Pukka Chicken and Mushroom Pie is ultra-processed.

Contains multiple ultra-processed ingredients/additives per NOVA, including modified maize starch, flavour enhancer (monosodium glutamate), and margarine made with refined vegetable fats and oils. These industrially processed ingredients and additives make the overall product ultra-processed.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

water

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

wheat flour (contains: wheat flour, calcium carbonate, iron, niacin, thiamine)
OK

margarine (contai palm & rapeseed fats & oils, water, salt)
OK

chicken (1 (contains: chicken, modified maize starch, salt), mushrooms (5%), modified maize starch, chicken sto double cream (milk), salt, flavour enhancer: monoso glutamate, onion powder, white pepper, butter (milk allergy advice for allergens, including cereals containing gluten, see ingredients in bold. may also))

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Common questions about Pukka Chicken and Mushroom Pie

Is Pukka Chicken and Mushroom Pie ultra-processed?

Yes — Pukka Chicken and Mushroom Pie by Pukka is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Contains multiple ultra-processed ingredients/additives per NOVA, including modified maize starch, flavour enhancer (monosodium glutamate), and margarine made with refined vegetable fats and oils. These industrially processed ingredients and additives make the overall product ultra-processed.

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.