Tesco

2 Cod Fishcakes

Barcode 5054775579822

Yes — 2 Cod Fishcakes is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrially processed additive ingredients: colour (paprika extract) and black pepper extract. According to the NOVA system and the provided rules, extracted or isolated additives, even when derived from natural sources, are considered markers of ultra-processing. The rest of the ingredients (fish, potatoes, wheat flour, rapeseed oil, herbs, salt, yeast) are minimally processed or basic culinary ingredients, but the presence of these extracts makes the overall product UPF.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

cod

White, flaky fish meat from cod (Gadus species), commonly used in seafood dishes.
OK

potato

A starchy tuber, a common staple food used as a vegetable. Can be prepared in many ways (boiled, fried, baked).
OK

wheat flour

A basic, refined cereal flour derived from wheat, often enriched with added minerals and vitamins (calcium carbonate, iron, niacin, thiamin).
OK

rapeseed oil

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

dried potato

Dried form of potato used as a processed ingredient or snack base; essentially dehydrated potato.
OK

wheat starch

Starch derived from wheat; a refined carbohydrate used as a thickener or filler in foods.
OK

durum wheat semolina

Coarse, durum wheat-derived semolina flour used for pasta and certain baked goods.
OK

lemon juice

The clear, acidic juice extracted from lemons, used for brightness and acidity in foods and drinks.
OK

chive

Herb from the Allium family with mild onion-like flavor, used fresh as a garnish.
OK

parsley

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

gluten

Protein complex formed from wheat; provides structure and elasticity in doughs; widely used as a food ingredient.
OK

dill

Fragrant herb used to flavor dishes and pickles; delicate fronds and seeds.
OK

salt

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

yeast

A living microorganism used as a leavening agent in baking.
UPF

colour (paprika extract)

Natural color additive derived from paprika used to impart a red-orange hue in foods.
UPF

black pepper extract

A concentrated extract from black pepper used to impart aroma and slight heat.

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Common questions about 2 Cod Fishcakes

Is 2 Cod Fishcakes ultra-processed?

Yes — 2 Cod Fishcakes by Tesco is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrially processed additive ingredients: colour (paprika extract) and black pepper extract. According to the NOVA system and the provided rules, extracted or isolated additives, even when derived from natural sources, are considered markers of ultra-processing. The rest of the ingredients (fish, potatoes, wheat flour, rapeseed oil, herbs, salt, yeast) are minimally processed or basic culinary ingredients, but the presence of these extracts makes the overall product UPF.

Which ingredients in 2 Cod Fishcakes are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in 2 Cod Fishcakes as ultra-processed markers: colour (paprika extract), black pepper 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.