Higgidy

Slow Cooked Steak Red Wine And Bacon Pie

Barcode 5060136256097

Yes — Slow Cooked Steak Red Wine And Bacon Pie is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes additives and industrial ingredients such as sodium ascorbate and sodium nitrite (antioxidant and preservative used in processed meats) and barley malt extract (an industrial flavor enhancer). These extracted/isolated additives and processed ingredients place the product in the ultra-processed (NOVA 4) category.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

wheat flour (contains calcium carbonate, iron)
OK

niacin (vitamin b3)

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

thiamine

A water-soluble B vitamin (vitamin B1) used as a nutrient and fortification additive.
OK

beef (25%)
OK

chestnut mushrooms (21%)
OK

water

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

butter (milk)

A dairy fat product made from churning cream; commonly used in cooking and baking.
OK

bacon lardons (5%) (pork, water, salt, antioxidant: sodium ascorbate, preservative: sodium nitrite)
OK

red wine (5%)
OK

cannellini bean

A white kidney bean commonly used in Italian cuisine; mild, nutty flavor and creamy texture when cooked.
OK

butternut squash purée

Pureed butternut squash, a simple vegetable puree.
OK

worcester sauce (barley)
OK

beef stock

A basic liquid made from simmered beef bones and meat to provide savory flavor; may be used as a soup base or cooking liquid.
OK

cornflour

Ground corn starch used as a thickening agent in cooking and baking.
OK

white wine vinegar

A clear, mild vinegar made from fermented white wine, used for acidity in dressings, marinades, and pickling.
OK

rapeseed oil

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

egg yolk

The yellow portion of a free-range egg, rich in fats and proteins and used for texture and binding in dishes.
OK

garlic purée

Pureed garlic, often used as a flavoring base.
OK

salt

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

thyme

A small, woody perennial herb with fragrant leaves used to flavor dishes, soups, and stews.
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.
UPF

Barley Malt Extract

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

cayenne pepper for allergens
OK

including cereals containing gluten
OK

see ingredients in bold. also
OK

not suitable for consumers with a mustard allergy. we've taken care to remove bones but some may remain. nutrition typical energy fat of whic carbohy of whic fibre protein salt 5 106

Common questions about Slow Cooked Steak Red Wine And Bacon Pie

Is Slow Cooked Steak Red Wine And Bacon Pie ultra-processed?

Yes — Slow Cooked Steak Red Wine And Bacon Pie by Higgidy is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes additives and industrial ingredients such as sodium ascorbate and sodium nitrite (antioxidant and preservative used in processed meats) and barley malt extract (an industrial flavor enhancer). These extracted/isolated additives and processed ingredients place the product in the ultra-processed (NOVA 4) category.

Which ingredients in Slow Cooked Steak Red Wine And Bacon Pie are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Slow Cooked Steak Red Wine And Bacon Pie as an ultra-processed marker: 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?

Scan any barcode — or photograph the ingredients label — with the free Nomi app for iOS and Android. You'll get an instant ultra-processed verdict with every ingredient explained in plain English.

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.