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Smoked English Bacon Quiche by Higgidy
Higgidy

Smoked English Bacon Quiche

Barcode 5060136250170
Scanned  18  times by Nomi users
Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Smoked English Bacon Quiche is ultra-processed.

The quiche contains sustainable palm oil, which is a highly processed refined oil, and sodium nitrite and sodium ascorbate in the bacon, which are industrial preservatives/antioxidants. These industrial ingredients and additives classify the product as ultra-processed under NOVA.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers
  • OK
    water
    Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
  • OK
    wheat flour
    Wheat flour is a milled grain product used as a base for breads and pastries; the note indicates fortification with calcium carbonate, iron, and niacin.
  • OK
    thiamine
    A water-soluble B vitamin (vitamin B1) used as a nutrient and fortification additive.
  • OK
    bacon lardons (13%) (pork, water, salt, antioxidant: sodium ascorbate, preservative: sodium nitrite)
  • OK
    mature cheddar cheese (milk) (11%)
  • OK
    free range whole egg
  • OK
    sautéed onion (onions, rapeseed oil)
  • OK
    vegetable oils (sustainable palm oil*)
  • OK
    rapeseed oil
    A basic culinary oil pressed from rapeseeds (Brassica napus). Used for frying, baking, and dressings. Neutral flavor.
  • OK
    spelt flour (wheat)
  • OK
    dried skimmed milk
    Dried skimmed milk is powdered milk with fat removed, used as a dairy ingredient to provide protein and calcium.
  • OK
    butter (milk)
    A dairy fat product made from churning cream; commonly used in cooking and baking.
  • OK
    cornflour
    Ground corn starch used as a thickening agent in cooking and baking.
  • OK
    double cream
    A high-fat dairy cream skimmed from cow’s milk, commonly used for whipping and adding richness to dishes.
  • OK
    parsley
    A fresh green herb used to flavor and garnish dishes; commonly added chopped leaves.
  • OK
    brown linseeds
    Brown flaxseeds (linseeds) used as a source of fiber and healthy fats in cooking. Typically sold as whole seeds.
  • OK
    golden flaxseeds
    Harvested seeds of the flax plant, pale golden in color; commonly used ground or whole in baking, cereals, and smoothies for fiber and omega-3 fatty acids.
  • OK
    poppy seeds
    Small seeds from the opium poppy (Papaver somniferum) used as a culinary ingredient in breads, pastries, and toppings. Nutritionally rich in healthy fats and minerals.
  • OK
    salt
    Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
  • OK
    mustard powder
    Ground mustard seeds, used as a spice and flavoring.
  • OK
    cayenne pepper
    Dried and ground hot chili pepper (Capsicum annuum) known for its fiery heat, used to add pungency and warmth to dishes.
  • OK
    paprika
    A ground spice made from dried red peppers (Capsicum species), used for color and flavor in many cuisines.

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Common questions about Smoked English Bacon Quiche

Is Smoked English Bacon Quiche ultra-processed?

Yes — Smoked English Bacon Quiche by Higgidy is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The quiche contains sustainable palm oil, which is a highly processed refined oil, and sodium nitrite and sodium ascorbate in the bacon, which are industrial preservatives/antioxidants. These industrial ingredients and additives classify the product as ultra-processed under NOVA.

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.

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