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Tesco Vegetable Gravy Granules

Barcode 5051790857539

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Yes — Tesco Vegetable Gravy Granules is ultra-processed.

This product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains several industrial ingredients and additives, including palm oil (a highly refined oil), maltodextrin (an industrially produced refined carbohydrate), flavourings (industrial flavour formulations), colour (plain caramel), and an emulsifier (soya lecithins). The presence of these UPF ingredients means the overall product is UPF according to NOVA.

Ingredients

4 ultra-processed markers

OK

potato starch

A basic, finely ground starch derived from potatoes; used as a thickener and binder in foods.
UPF

palm oil

A widely used edible oil pressed from the fruit of oil palms; a basic culinary oil but highly processed in many commercial products.
OK

salt

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

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

thiamine

A water-soluble B vitamin (vitamin B1) used as a nutrient and fortification additive.
OK

flavourings (contain barley, celery, soya, wheat)
UPF

maltodextrin

A white powder made from starch that has been partially hydrolyzed; used as a thickener or filler and widely used as a food additive.
OK

sugar

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

dried onion

Powdery or flaked onion dried for extended shelf life; used to impart onion flavor.
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 parsley

Dried leaves of parsley (Petroselinum crispum). Used as a fresh-herb substitute that provides a mild, bright, slightly grassy flavor; common in Europe and North America.
OK

dried sage

Dried leaves of the sage herb (Salvia officinalis) used as a culinary herb for aroma and flavor.
UPF

soy lecithin

An emulsifier derived from soybeans used to stabilize mixtures and improve texture in foods.

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Common questions about Tesco Vegetable Gravy Granules

Is Tesco Vegetable Gravy Granules ultra-processed?

Yes — Tesco Vegetable Gravy Granules by Tesco is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains several industrial ingredients and additives, including palm oil (a highly refined oil), maltodextrin (an industrially produced refined carbohydrate), flavourings (industrial flavour formulations), colour (plain caramel), and an emulsifier (soya lecithins). The presence of these UPF ingredients means the overall product is UPF according to NOVA.

Which ingredients in Tesco Vegetable Gravy Granules are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 4 ingredients in Tesco Vegetable Gravy Granules as ultra-processed markers: palm oil, maltodextrin, plain caramel color, soy lecithin. 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.