Tesco

Sausage and ham tortelloni

Barcode 5057545807156

Scanned 14 times by Nomi users

Yes — Sausage and ham tortelloni is ultra-processed.

This product is ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives and processed ingredients. Specifically, it includes preservative (sodium nitrite) and antioxidant (sodium ascorbate), which are characteristic of ultra-processed meats, as well as dextrose, an isolated refined sugar. These ingredients go beyond basic culinary processing and place the product in the ultra-processed category under the NOVA classification.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

fresh egg pasta (_wheat_ flour, durum _wheat_ semolina, pasteurised _egg_, water)
OK

ricotta full fat whey cheese (_milk_)
OK

pork sausage (10%) (pork, salt, _wheat_ flour)
OK

spices

diverse plant extracts used to flavor foods; can refer to a mix of single or blended seasonings.
UPF

sodium nitrite

Preservative commonly used in cured meats and processed foods; nitrite can form potentially harmful compounds under certain conditions.
OK

smoked ham (4.5%) (pork, salt, dextrose)
UPF

sodium ascorbate

Antioxidant additive used to prevent oxidation and extend shelf life in foods; a salt form of vitamin C.
OK

wheat flour

Ground wheat used as a basic baking ingredient; simple, minimally processed cereal product.
OK

dried potato

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

sunflower oil

A neutral-tasting culinary oil pressed from sunflower seeds, rich in unsaturated fats and commonly used for frying and dressings.
OK

smoked provola medium fat hard cheese (_milk_) (2%)
OK

wheat fibre

Dietary fiber derived from wheat bran or other wheat fractions; used as a bulking or textural agent in foods.
OK

salt

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

garlic

A bulbous aromatic spice used to impart savory flavor in cooking; can be used fresh, sautéed, roasted, or in powder form.
OK

olive oil

A basic culinary oil pressed from olives, used for cooking, dressing, and flavor.
OK

black pepper

A common spice made from dried peppercorns of the Piper nigrum plant, used to add pungent heat and aroma to dishes.
OK

yeast

A living microorganism used as a leavening agent in baking.

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Common questions about Sausage and ham tortelloni

Is Sausage and ham tortelloni ultra-processed?

Yes — Sausage and ham tortelloni by Tesco is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This product is ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives and processed ingredients. Specifically, it includes preservative (sodium nitrite) and antioxidant (sodium ascorbate), which are characteristic of ultra-processed meats, as well as dextrose, an isolated refined sugar. These ingredients go beyond basic culinary processing and place the product in the ultra-processed category under the NOVA classification.

Which ingredients in Sausage and ham tortelloni are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Sausage and ham tortelloni as ultra-processed markers: sodium nitrite, sodium ascorbate. 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.