The Tofoo

Tofu Umami

Barcode 5034467002371

Scanned 11 times by Nomi users

Yes — Tofu Umami is ultra-processed.

The product contains multiple ultra-processed ingredients/additives, including maltodextrin, flavouring, onion extract, modified corn starch, colour (plain caramel), yeast extract, and vegetable stock powder with flavouring and maltodextrin, which are industrial formulations characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods.

Ingredients

4 ultra-processed markers

OK

seasoned tofu (90%) (tofu (water, soya beans, nigari), onion powder, yeast flakes, maltodextrin, ground ginger, garlic powder, salt, yeast extract, sugar, potato starch)
OK

vegetable stock powder (salt, flavouring, maltodextrin, onion, tomato, sugar, carrot extract, yeast extract, rapeseed oil, herbs, spices, garlic)
OK

mushroom powder

Powder derived from dried mushrooms, used as a seasoning or umami enhancer.
UPF

flavouring

A generic additive used to impart or enhance flavor; can be synthetic or derived from natural sources.
OK

ground white pepper

Ground white pepper is a spice produced from the seeds of the ripe pepper fruit with the outer black skin removed, offering a milder, slightly fermented pepper flavor compared to black pepper.
OK

rapeseed oil

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

onion extract

A liquid extract derived from onions used as a flavoring agent in foods.
OK

turmeric (ground)

A common spice made by grinding the orange-yellow rhizomes of the turmeric plant (Curcuma longa). It has a warm, bitter, peppery flavor and is widely used in curry powders and mustard blends. Turmeric is known for its vibrant color due to curcumin.
OK

bay leaves

Bay leaves are dried leaves from the bay laurel tree used to flavor soups, stews, and sauces. They are typically used whole or crushed and removed before serving.
OK

dried rubbed parsley leaf. mushroom stir fry sauce (10%) (water)
OK

sugar

Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
OK

soy sauce (water, soya beans, salt, corn starch)
OK

salt

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

modified corn starch

A processed starch produced from corn by modifying its starch molecules for improved stability and texture.
OK

yeast extract (yeast extract)
OK

water

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

plain caramel color

A food coloring produced by heating carbohydrates (often corn or sugar) with acids or alkalis to form a caramel color. Common in beverages and snacks.
OK

dried shiitake mushroom (0.3%)

Common questions about Tofu Umami

Is Tofu Umami ultra-processed?

Yes — Tofu Umami by The Tofoo is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product contains multiple ultra-processed ingredients/additives, including maltodextrin, flavouring, onion extract, modified corn starch, colour (plain caramel), yeast extract, and vegetable stock powder with flavouring and maltodextrin, which are industrial formulations characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods.

Which ingredients in Tofu Umami are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 4 ingredients in Tofu Umami as ultra-processed markers: flavouring, onion extract, modified corn starch, plain caramel color. 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?

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.