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Pizzeria Stromboli Spicy Salami Calabrese & Ventricina by Crosta & Mollica
Crosta & Mollica

Pizzeria Stromboli Spicy Salami Calabrese & Ventricina

Barcode 5060198643866
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Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Pizzeria Stromboli Spicy Salami Calabrese & Ventricina is ultra-processed.

Contains several ultra-processed ingredients/additives including dextrose, flavourings, smoke flavour, preservatives (sodium nitrite, potassium nitrate), and antioxidant (ascorbic acid) used in cured meats. According to NOVA, the presence of these industrial additives and processed meat formulations classifies the product as ultra-processed.

Ingredients

5 ultra-processed markers
  • OK
    wheat flour
    Finely ground cereal flour from wheat; a fundamental baking ingredient.
  • OK
    tomato sauce (tomato passata, extra virgin olive oil, garlic, water, salt, oregano, black pepper, chilli)
  • OK
    water
    Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
  • OK
    mozzarella cheese (12.3%) (cow's milk)
  • OK
    ventricina smoked salami (5.6%) [pork meat
  • OK
    pork fat
    Rendered fat from pork used as a cooking fat or flavoring.
  • OK
    salt
    Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
  • UPF
    sodium nitrite
    Sodium nitrite is a curing agent and preservative, commonly used to inhibit microbial growth and fix color in processed meats.
  • OK
    spices
    diverse plant extracts used to flavor foods; can refer to a mix of single or blended seasonings.
  • UPF
    dextrose
    A simple sugar derived from glucose. Commonly used as a sweetener and source of quick energy in foods.
  • OK
    ascorbic acid (antioxidant)
    Vitamin C used as an antioxidant to prevent oxidation and maintain color and freshness in foods.
  • OK
    calabrese spicy salami (5.3%) [pork meat
  • OK
    chilli
    Chilli (chili pepper) is a pungent fruit used to add heat and spice to dishes. It is a natural plant product and widely used as a basic food ingredient.
  • UPF
    flavourings
    Flavourings are additives that are used to enhance or impart flavor to food products. They are considered ultra-processed as they are synthetic or natural substances that are typically extracted, isolated, or synthesized for their flavor properties.
  • OK
    sugar
    Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
  • UPF
    smoke flavour
    A natural or artificial flavoring used to impart a smoky taste in foods; commonly derived from smoke compounds or with smoke essence added.
  • OK
    ascorbic acid (vitamin c)
    A common antioxidant used to preserve foods and boost vitamin C intake.
  • UPF
    sodium nitrite
    A curing salt used to preserve and cure meat by inhibiting bacterial growth and giving pink color. Often used in processed meats.
  • OK
    potassium nitrate]
  • OK
    crumbled pepperoni (4.5%) [pork meat
  • OK
    preservative: sodium nitrite]
  • OK
    sunflower oil
    A neutral-tasting culinary oil pressed from sunflower seeds, rich in unsaturated fats and commonly used for frying and dressings.
  • OK
    yeast
    A living microorganism used as a leavening agent in baking.

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Common questions about Pizzeria Stromboli Spicy Salami Calabrese & Ventricina

Is Pizzeria Stromboli Spicy Salami Calabrese & Ventricina ultra-processed?

Yes — Pizzeria Stromboli Spicy Salami Calabrese & Ventricina by Crosta & Mollica is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Contains several ultra-processed ingredients/additives including dextrose, flavourings, smoke flavour, preservatives (sodium nitrite, potassium nitrate), and antioxidant (ascorbic acid) used in cured meats. According to NOVA, the presence of these industrial additives and processed meat formulations classifies the product as ultra-processed.

Which ingredients in Pizzeria Stromboli Spicy Salami Calabrese & Ventricina are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 5 ingredients in Pizzeria Stromboli Spicy Salami Calabrese & Ventricina as ultra-processed markers: sodium nitrite, dextrose, flavourings, smoke flavour, sodium nitrite. 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.

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