Lamb Meatballs

Barcode 5063334038625

Yes — Lamb Meatballs is ultra-processed.

The product contains ultra-processed additives according to NOVA, including dextrose (an industrial refined sugar), flavouring (industrial flavour additive), yeast extract (a flavor enhancer), and preservative sodium metabisulphite. These industrial ingredients and additives classify the product as ultra-processed, even though it also contains whole-food ingredients like lamb and herbs.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

new zealand lamb (80%)
OK

onion

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

gluten free breadcrumbs (rice flour, gram flour, maize starch (sulphites))
OK

salt

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

dextrose (sulphites)
OK

garlic and rosemary seasoning (salt, rice flour, sugar, garlic powder, herbs: rosemary, thyme, parsley, mint)
UPF

flavouring

A generic additive used to impart or enhance flavor; can be synthetic or derived from natural sources.
OK

onion powder

Dried and ground onion used as a seasoning to impart onion flavor.
OK

citric acid

A naturally occurring weak organic acid used as an acidity regulator and preservative in foods 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

preservative: sodium metabisulphite (sulphites)
OK

yeast

A living microorganism used as a leavening agent in baking.
OK

colour: beetroot red
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

tapioca starch

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

water

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

green tea extract

An extract from Camellia sinensis leaves, rich in catechins and caffeine, used as a flavoring or functional ingredient in foods and supplements.

Common questions about Lamb Meatballs

Is Lamb Meatballs ultra-processed?

Yes — Lamb Meatballs is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product contains ultra-processed additives according to NOVA, including dextrose (an industrial refined sugar), flavouring (industrial flavour additive), yeast extract (a flavor enhancer), and preservative sodium metabisulphite. These industrial ingredients and additives classify the product as ultra-processed, even though it also contains whole-food ingredients like lamb and herbs.

Which ingredients in Lamb Meatballs are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Lamb Meatballs as ultra-processed markers: flavouring, yeast extract, green tea 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.