Tesco

Beef Stock Pots

Barcode 5054269483604

Scanned 13 times by Nomi users

Yes — Beef Stock Pots is ultra-processed.

Product is ultra-processed because it contains several UPF ingredients/additives: glucose syrup and dextrose (industrially refined sugars), flavourings (industrial flavourings), yeast extract (industrial flavour enhancer), barley malt extract powder (industrial extract used as flavouring), and stabiliser (tara gum, an industrial stabilizer).

Ingredients

5 ultra-processed markers

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.
UPF

glucose syrup

A processed syrup made from starch (usually corn) consisting mainly of glucose; commonly used as a sweetener and thickener.
UPF

dextrose

A simple sugar derived from glucose. Commonly used as a sweetener and source of quick energy in foods.
OK

beef fat

Rendered animal fat from beef used for cooking or baking; provides richness and texture.
UPF

flavourings

Flavourings are additives that are used to enhance or impart flavor to food products. They are considered ultra-processed as they are synthetic or natural substances that are typically extracted, isolated, or synthesized for their flavor properties.
OK

caster sugar

Finely granulated white sugar used in baking.
UPF

yeast extract

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

beef extract

Concentrated meat flavor extract derived from beef; considered ultra-processed due to being an extracted flavoring often produced through industrial processes.
OK

onion concentrate
OK

barley malt extract powder
OK

stabiliser (tara gum)
OK

antioxidants (ascorbic acid, rosemary extract)
OK

red wine concentrate
OK

parsley

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

black pepper. allergy advice for allergens
OK

see ingredients in bold. 112g e (4x28g)

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Common questions about Beef Stock Pots

Is Beef Stock Pots ultra-processed?

Yes — Beef Stock Pots by Tesco is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Product is ultra-processed because it contains several UPF ingredients/additives: glucose syrup and dextrose (industrially refined sugars), flavourings (industrial flavourings), yeast extract (industrial flavour enhancer), barley malt extract powder (industrial extract used as flavouring), and stabiliser (tara gum, an industrial stabilizer).

Which ingredients in Beef Stock Pots are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 5 ingredients in Beef Stock Pots as ultra-processed markers: glucose syrup, dextrose, flavourings, yeast extract, beef 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.