Farmfoods

Lemon & Herb Chicken Skewers

Barcode 5034654643813

Yes — Lemon & Herb Chicken Skewers is ultra-processed.

This product is ultra-processed because it contains yeast extract, a flavor enhancer and a pre-identified UPF ingredient; natural flavouring, an industrially extracted flavor additive; and fully refined soya bean oil, a refined oil. These industrial ingredients and additives classify the chicken skewers as UPF.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

chicken breast (97%)
OK

water

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

salt

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

tapioca starch

Starch extracted from cassava (tapioca root), used as a thickener and binder.
OK

sugar

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

onion powder

Dried and ground onion used as a seasoning to impart onion flavor.
OK

maize starch

Fine white powder obtained from corn; used as a thickener in sauces and soups.
OK

garlic powder

Dried, ground garlic used as a convenient, concentrated form of garlic flavoring in cooking.
UPF

yeast extract

A flavor-enhancing extract produced from yeast cells, rich in amino acids and natural glutamates, commonly used to augment savory flavors.
OK

mustard powder

Ground mustard seeds, used as a spice and flavoring.
OK

black pepper powder
OK

oregano

A dried aromatic herb used as a spice in cooking, with a warm, slightly bitter flavor.
OK

natural flavouring (lemon oil, fennel oil, sage oil)
OK

acidity regulator (e331)
OK

anti-caking agent (e551)
OK

thyme powder
OK

rosemary powder
OK

fully refined soya bean oil. warning! whilst all care has been taken to produce this product small bones may remain. this product contains a sharp wooden skewer. allergy advice:for allergens
OK

see ingredients in bold. may contain gluten
OK

eggs

A versatile animal-derived protein from hens; basic ingredient in many dishes and baked goods.
OK

celery

A crunchy, fibrous stalk vegetable commonly used fresh in salads, soups, and as a garnish. Rich in water and nutrients like vitamin K and folate.
OK

milk & soya. produced in china with chicken from china

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Common questions about Lemon & Herb Chicken Skewers

Is Lemon & Herb Chicken Skewers ultra-processed?

Yes — Lemon & Herb Chicken Skewers by Farmfoods is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This product is ultra-processed because it contains yeast extract, a flavor enhancer and a pre-identified UPF ingredient; natural flavouring, an industrially extracted flavor additive; and fully refined soya bean oil, a refined oil. These industrial ingredients and additives classify the chicken skewers as UPF.

Which ingredients in Lemon & Herb Chicken Skewers are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Lemon & Herb Chicken Skewers as an ultra-processed marker: yeast extract. 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?

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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.