Itsu (supermarket Range)

Gyoza Dumplings Chicken & Spring Onion

Barcode 5060960662279

Yes — Gyoza Dumplings Chicken & Spring Onion is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as UPF because it contains yeast extract, which is a pre-identified ultra-processed ingredient in the NOVA classification. Other ingredients are mostly minimally processed or basic culinary ingredients, but the presence of yeast extract is sufficient to make the overall product UPF.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

chicken thigh and skin 37% cabbage
OK

white onion
OK

spring onion 5%
OK

soy sauce

Fermented liquid condiment made from soybeans, roasted wheat, water, and salt; used to add savory umami and saltiness.
OK

ginger

A pungent, aromatic rhizome used fresh or dried in cooking and beverages.
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

garlic

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

chicken stock

A liquid made by simmering chicken bones and vegetables; used as a base for soups and sauces.
OK

sesame oil

A purely extracted oil from sesame seeds used for cooking and finishing; a common culinary oil.
UPF

soy protein

A protein extracted from soybeans, often used as a meat substitute or texturized protein. It is a processed soy product.
OK

sugar

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

salt

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

turmeric

A bright orange-yellow root commonly used as a spice and for its active compound curcumin, with warm, earthy, slightly peppery flavor.
OK

wheat flour

Finely ground cereal flour from wheat; a fundamental baking ingredient.
OK

tapioca starch

Starch extracted from cassava (tapioca root), used as a thickener and binder.
OK

rapeseed oil

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

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Common questions about Gyoza Dumplings Chicken & Spring Onion

Is Gyoza Dumplings Chicken & Spring Onion ultra-processed?

Yes — Gyoza Dumplings Chicken & Spring Onion by Itsu (supermarket Range) is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as UPF because it contains yeast extract, which is a pre-identified ultra-processed ingredient in the NOVA classification. Other ingredients are mostly minimally processed or basic culinary ingredients, but the presence of yeast extract is sufficient to make the overall product UPF.

Which ingredients in Gyoza Dumplings Chicken & Spring Onion are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Gyoza Dumplings Chicken & Spring Onion as ultra-processed markers: yeast extract, soy protein. 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.