Tesco

Breaded Chicken Steaks

Barcode 5059697764400

Scanned 7 times by Nomi users

Yes — Breaded Chicken Steaks is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes yeast extract and thyme extract, which are pre-identified UPF ingredients. Additionally, it contains other extracted/isolated additives such as spirit vinegar powder and cumin/black pepper extracts, which are industrial formulations not typically used in home cooking.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

chicken (63%)
OK

wheat flour wheat flour
OK

calcium carbonate

A basic inorganic calcium salt used as a nutrition supplement and anticaking agent in foods.
OK

iron

Essential mineral used as a nutrient or fortifying ingredient in foods.
OK

niacin (vitamin b3)

A water-soluble vitamin used as a nutrient and often added to foods as a fortifying vitamin.
OK

thiamin

A water-soluble B vitamin used as a nutrient and fortification ingredient.
OK

water

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

rapeseed oil

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

pea fibre

Ground pea fibers used as a dietary fiber or texture enhancer in foods.
OK

salt

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

deactivated yeast (contains wheat, barley)
OK

wheat starch

Starch extracted from wheat grain, used as a thickener, filler, or texture modifier in foods.
OK

yeast

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

wheat gluten

Gluten from wheat; a protein complex used as a food ingredient to provide elasticity and structure in doughs and meat substitutes (e.g., seitan).
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

spirit vinegar powder
OK

onion powder

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

spices

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

sugar

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

garlic powder

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

sage

An aromatic herb (Salvia officinalis) used to flavor meats, stuffings, and sauces; leaves are edible.
OK

sunflower oil

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

lemon juice concentrate

Lemon juice that has been concentrated by removing water; used as a souring agent or flavoring in foods.
UPF

thyme extract

Concentrated flavor extract derived from thyme used to impart thyme flavor in dishes.
OK

evaporated cane syrup
OK

cumin extract
OK

black pepper extract. made using british chicken

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Common questions about Breaded Chicken Steaks

Is Breaded Chicken Steaks ultra-processed?

Yes — Breaded Chicken Steaks by Tesco is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes yeast extract and thyme extract, which are pre-identified UPF ingredients. Additionally, it contains other extracted/isolated additives such as spirit vinegar powder and cumin/black pepper extracts, which are industrial formulations not typically used in home cooking.

Which ingredients in Breaded Chicken Steaks are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Breaded Chicken Steaks as ultra-processed markers: yeast extract, thyme 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.