Tesco

2 lightly seasoned lamb grill steaks

Barcode 5059512739767

Yes — 2 lightly seasoned lamb grill steaks is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains several industrial ingredients/additives that qualify as UPF components according to NOVA. Specifically: dextrose (an isolated refined sugar), yeast extract (an industrial flavor enhancer), caramelised sugar syrup (processed sugar syrup), and preservative (sodium metabisulphite). These additives go beyond basic culinary ingredients and are characteristic of ultra-processed foods.

Ingredients

4 ultra-processed markers

OK

lamb (84%)
OK

water

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

onion

A bulbous vegetable with a strong aroma; widely used as a base flavor in many cuisines.
OK

crumb (4%) [rice flour
OK

maize flour

Finely ground maize used as a staple ingredient in baking and cooking; a basic food commodity.
OK

maize starch

Fine white powder obtained from corn; used as a thickener in sauces and soups.
OK

salt

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

dextrose

A simple sugar (glucose) used as a sweetener or humectant in foods. It is often added to processed products.
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

rice flour

A finely milled flour from milled rice, commonly used as a gluten-free thickener or flour substitute in baking and cooking.
UPF

caramelised sugar syrup

A syrup derived from sugar heated to create caramelization; a processed sugars product commonly used as a sweetener or flavoring.
OK

sugar

Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
UPF

sodium metabisulfite

A chemical preservative used to prevent oxidation and spoilage in foods. It is an additive and not a food itself in pure form.
OK

onion powder

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

ascorbic acid

Vitamin C; antioxidant used to prevent oxidation and preserve color and freshness in foods; a common food additive and nutrient.
OK

sunflower oil

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

rosemary extract. made using british lamb. allergy advice d for allergens
OK

see ingredients in bold. nutrition when cooked according to instructions typical values energy 1046kj/

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Common questions about 2 lightly seasoned lamb grill steaks

Is 2 lightly seasoned lamb grill steaks ultra-processed?

Yes — 2 lightly seasoned lamb grill steaks by Tesco is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains several industrial ingredients/additives that qualify as UPF components according to NOVA. Specifically: dextrose (an isolated refined sugar), yeast extract (an industrial flavor enhancer), caramelised sugar syrup (processed sugar syrup), and preservative (sodium metabisulphite). These additives go beyond basic culinary ingredients and are characteristic of ultra-processed foods.

Which ingredients in 2 lightly seasoned lamb grill steaks are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 4 ingredients in 2 lightly seasoned lamb grill steaks as ultra-processed markers: dextrose, yeast extract, caramelised sugar syrup, sodium metabisulfite. 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.