Pieminister

Wild Mushroom Pie

Barcode 5060095863473

Scanned 16 times by Nomi users

Yes — Wild Mushroom Pie is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains several UPF ingredients and additives, specifically palm oil (a highly processed refined oil), modified corn starch (an industrially modified starch), barley malt extract (industrially processed extract used as a flavor enhancer), and yeast extract (a flavor enhancer). The presence of these industrial formulations places the product in the ultra-processed (NOVA 4) category, even though it also contains many minimally processed ingredients.

Ingredients

4 ultra-processed markers

OK

wheat flour (wheat, calcium, niacin, iron, thiamine)
OK

mushroom (23%) (portobello, chestnut)
OK

water

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

onion

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

double cream

A high-fat dairy cream skimmed from cow’s milk, commonly used for whipping and adding richness to dishes.
UPF

palm oil

A widely used edible oil pressed from the fruit of oil palms; a basic culinary oil but highly processed in many commercial products.
OK

asparagus (7%)
OK

white wine (4%)
OK

leek

A vegetable in the onion family with a mild, sweet flavour, often used as a flavour base or side dish.
OK

rapeseed oil

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

garlic

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

modified corn starch

A processed starch produced from corn by modifying its starch molecules for improved stability and texture.
OK

wholegrain mustard (water, mustard seeds, spirit vinegar, salt, white wine vinegar, sugar, spices)
OK

salt

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

worcester sauce (water, spirit vinegar, cane molasses, tamarind paste, salt, onion powder, cayenne powder, garlic powder, clove powder)
OK

wild porcini mushroom (0.1%)
OK

herbs

A general category of culinary herbs (fresh or dried leaves) used to flavor dishes.
OK

wheat protein

Protein derived from wheat; often used as a gluten-rich ingredient to improve dough structure.
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

sodium bicarbonate (baking soda)

A leavening agent that releases carbon dioxide when reacting with an acid in baking; commonly used in doughs and baked goods.
UPF

yeast extract

A flavor-enhancing extract produced from yeast cells, rich in amino acids and natural glutamates, commonly used to augment savory flavors.
UPF

Barley Malt Extract

Barley malt extract is a sweetener made from malted barley grains.

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Common questions about Wild Mushroom Pie

Is Wild Mushroom Pie ultra-processed?

Yes — Wild Mushroom Pie by Pieminister is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains several UPF ingredients and additives, specifically palm oil (a highly processed refined oil), modified corn starch (an industrially modified starch), barley malt extract (industrially processed extract used as a flavor enhancer), and yeast extract (a flavor enhancer). The presence of these industrial formulations places the product in the ultra-processed (NOVA 4) category, even though it also contains many minimally processed ingredients.

Which ingredients in Wild Mushroom Pie are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 4 ingredients in Wild Mushroom Pie as ultra-processed markers: palm oil, modified corn starch, yeast extract, Barley Malt 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.