Plant Chef

8 meat free burgers

Barcode 5057753894436

Scanned 21 times by Nomi users

Yes — 8 meat free burgers is ultra-processed.

This product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains several industrial ingredients and additives, including: rehydrated textured soya protein, soya protein concentrate, stabiliser (methyl cellulose), yeast extract, maltodextrin, malted barley extract, dextrose, emulsifier (soya lecithins), and flavouring. These are characteristic UPF components under the NOVA system. In particular, yeast extract and dextrose are pre-identified UPF ingredients and therefore the product must be considered UPF.

Ingredients

7 ultra-processed markers

OK

rehydrated textured soya protein (61%)
OK

water

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

onion purée (8%)
OK

soya protein concentrate
OK

onion (2.5%)
OK

rapeseed oil

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

chickpea flour

Fine flour milled from chickpeas (garbanzo beans); a common gluten-free ingredient used in batters, coatings, and baking.
UPF

methyl cellulose stabiliser

A cellulose-derived thickener and stabiliser used in various processed foods.
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

onion powder

Dried and ground onion used as a seasoning to impart onion flavor.
OK

garlic powder

Dried, ground garlic used as a convenient, concentrated form of garlic flavoring in cooking.
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.
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

salt

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

dextrose

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

soy lecithin

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

tomato powder

Powdered tomato used as a flavoring or ingredient, a minimally processed dried tomato product.
UPF

flavouring

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

white pepper

A spice ground from ripe peppercorns with the outer husk removed, used to impart mild heat and aroma to dishes.

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Common questions about 8 meat free burgers

Is 8 meat free burgers ultra-processed?

Yes — 8 meat free burgers by Plant Chef 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, including: rehydrated textured soya protein, soya protein concentrate, stabiliser (methyl cellulose), yeast extract, maltodextrin, malted barley extract, dextrose, emulsifier (soya lecithins), and flavouring. These are characteristic UPF components under the NOVA system. In particular, yeast extract and dextrose are pre-identified UPF ingredients and therefore the product must be considered UPF.

Which ingredients in 8 meat free burgers are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 7 ingredients in 8 meat free burgers as ultra-processed markers: methyl cellulose stabiliser, yeast extract, maltodextrin, malted barley extract, dextrose, soy lecithin, 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?

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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.