Tesco

Plant Chef Sweet Potato & Coconut Soup

Barcode 5057753919696

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Yes — Plant Chef Sweet Potato & Coconut Soup is ultra-processed.

Not a great choice for everyday.

This soup is ultra-processed because it contains modified maize starch, a pre-identified UPF ingredient and an industrially modified thickener. The other ingredients are generally basic foods or culinary ingredients, but the presence of modified maize starch is sufficient for classification as UPF.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

water

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

sweet potato (35%)
OK

carrot

A root vegetable used widely in cooking for sweetness, texture, and color.
OK

creamed coconut (3.5%)
OK

onion

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

modified maize starch

A processed starch, often used as a thickener or binding agent in foods; may be treated to modify properties.
OK

rapeseed oil

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

carrot juice concentrate
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

red chili purée

A smooth paste made from red chili peppers, used to add heat and color in dishes. Typically a simple, single-ingredient puree.
OK

lemon juice

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

ground spices

Ground spices are dried aromatic plant parts (such as pepper, cumin, coriander) that have been milled into a powder. They contribute aroma and flavor and are used as a basic culinary ingredient.

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Common questions about Plant Chef Sweet Potato & Coconut Soup

Is Plant Chef Sweet Potato & Coconut Soup ultra-processed?

Yes — Plant Chef Sweet Potato & Coconut Soup by Tesco is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This soup is ultra-processed because it contains modified maize starch, a pre-identified UPF ingredient and an industrially modified thickener. The other ingredients are generally basic foods or culinary ingredients, but the presence of modified maize starch is sufficient for classification as UPF.

Which ingredients in Plant Chef Sweet Potato & Coconut Soup are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Plant Chef Sweet Potato & Coconut Soup as an ultra-processed marker: modified maize starch. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Plant Chef Sweet Potato & Coconut Soup?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Sainsbury's Taste the difference Sweet potato, coconut & chilli soup by sainsburys, Sweet potato, coconut & chilli soup by Specially Selected. See the healthier alternatives above for details.

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.