Tesco

Beef Pie Filling

Barcode 5054402005663

Yes — Beef Pie Filling is ultra-processed.

This product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains several industrial ingredients and additives beyond basic culinary components. Specifically, it includes palm oil (a highly refined oil), yeast extract (a flavor enhancer), malted barley extract (an industrial flavoring/sweetener), beef extract (a concentrated extract), colour (beta-carotene) added as a coloring agent, and unspecified flavouring. These extracted, isolated, or industrially processed additives are characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods, even though the product also contains basic ingredients like beef, wheat flour, vegetables, and salt.

Ingredients

6 ultra-processed markers

OK

beef (34%)
OK

wheat flour

A basic grain-based flour from wheat used as a primary ingredient in baking and cooking.
OK

calcium carbonate

A basic inorganic calcium salt used as a nutrition supplement and anticaking agent in foods.
OK

iron

Essential mineral used as a nutrient or fortifying ingredient in foods.
OK

niacin (vitamin b3)

A water-soluble vitamin used as a nutrient and often added to foods as a fortifying vitamin.
OK

thiamin

A water-soluble B vitamin used as a nutrient and fortification ingredient.
OK

water

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

onion

A common bulb vegetable used as a base flavor in many cuisines. Crisp, pungent, sweet when cooked.
OK

cornflour

Ground corn starch used as a thickening agent in cooking and baking.
OK

garlic purée

Pureed garlic, often used as a flavoring base.
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

rapeseed oil

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

tomato paste

Concentrated tomato juice cooked down to a thick, concentrated concentrate used as a base or flavoring in sauces and dishes.
OK

black treacle

A dark, viscous syrup produced during sugar refining; used as a sweetener and flavoring in baking and desserts.
OK

salt

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

balsamic vinegar [red wine vinegar
OK

grape must]
OK

beef fat

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

malted barley extract

A concentrated extract from malted barley, used as a brewing adjunct or flavoring. It may be used in foods and drinks for sweetness or malt flavor.
OK

dried skimmed milk

Dried skimmed milk is powdered milk with fat removed, used as a dairy ingredient to provide protein and calcium.
OK

thyme

A small, woody perennial herb with fragrant leaves used to flavor dishes, soups, and stews.
UPF

beef extract

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

beta-carotene

A natural or synthetic orange pigment used as a colorant in foods and supplements.
UPF

flavouring

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

Common questions about Beef Pie Filling

Is Beef Pie Filling ultra-processed?

Yes — Beef Pie Filling by Tesco is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains several industrial ingredients and additives beyond basic culinary components. Specifically, it includes palm oil (a highly refined oil), yeast extract (a flavor enhancer), malted barley extract (an industrial flavoring/sweetener), beef extract (a concentrated extract), colour (beta-carotene) added as a coloring agent, and unspecified flavouring. These extracted, isolated, or industrially processed additives are characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods, even though the product also contains basic ingredients like beef, wheat flour, vegetables, and salt.

Which ingredients in Beef Pie Filling are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 6 ingredients in Beef Pie Filling as ultra-processed markers: palm oil, yeast extract, malted barley extract, beef extract, beta-carotene, flavouring. 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.