Charlie Bigham's

Salmon en croute

Barcode 5033665213084

Scanned 12 times by Nomi users

Yes — Salmon en croute is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains sustainable palm oil (a highly refined industrial oil) and fish stock with industrially processed components like fish extract and lemon juice concentrate. These indicate industrial formulations beyond basic culinary ingredients, meeting NOVA criteria for UPF.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

wheat flour (wheat flour, calcium carbonate, iron, niacin, thiamin)
OK

salmon (23%)(fish)
OK

cream (milk)

Dairy cream made from milk, a basic culinary ingredient.
OK

milk

A dairy liquid produced by cows; a basic, widely used food ingredient.
OK

water

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

spinach

Leafy green vegetable commonly used as a fresh or cooked ingredient.
OK

smoked salmon (5%) (salmon (fish), salt, oak wood smoke)
OK

butter (milk)

A dairy fat product made from churning cream; commonly used in cooking and baking.
OK

rapeseed oil

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

palm oil

Palm oil derived from the fruit of oil palms, a common edible oil used in cooking and processed foods.
OK

salt

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

parsley

A fresh green herb used to flavor and garnish dishes; commonly added chopped leaves.
OK

lemon juice

The clear, acidic juice extracted from lemons, used for brightness and acidity in foods and drinks.
OK

fish stock (dried potatoes, dried cod (fish), salt, fish extract, sunflower oil, lemon juice concentrate, anchovy (fish), onion powder)
OK

white pepper

A spice ground from ripe peppercorns with the outer husk removed, used to impart mild heat and aroma to dishes.

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Common questions about Salmon en croute

Is Salmon en croute ultra-processed?

Yes — Salmon en croute by Charlie Bigham's is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains sustainable palm oil (a highly refined industrial oil) and fish stock with industrially processed components like fish extract and lemon juice concentrate. These indicate industrial formulations beyond basic culinary ingredients, meeting NOVA criteria for UPF.

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.