Creamy Peppercorn Sauce

Barcode 5063445788877

Yes — Creamy Peppercorn Sauce is ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid. This product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains industrially processed flavor extracts such as yeast extract and beef extract, which are concentrated, extracted ingredients used to enhance savory taste. According to the NOVA system and the given rules, the presence of these extracted and industrially processed ingredients makes the overall product UPF, even though many other ingredients are basic culinary components like cream, milk, onion, and spices.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

water

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

single cream

A light dairy cream with about 18–20% fat, commonly used in coffee or as a pouring cream in desserts.
OK

whole milk

Milk with no or minimal fat removal, commonly used as a dairy beverage and ingredient.
OK

onion

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

brandy (4%)
OK

tomato puree

A cooked, strained tomato product used as a base in sauces and dishes.
OK

double cream

A high-fat dairy cream skimmed from cow’s milk, commonly used for whipping and adding richness to dishes.
OK

cornflour

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

green peppercorns (2.5%)
OK

beef dripping

Rendered fat from beef often used for roasting, frying, or as a spread. It is a basic ingredient in traditional cooking.
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

salt

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

beef extract

Concentrated meat flavor extract derived from beef; considered ultra-processed due to being an extracted flavoring often produced through industrial processes.
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

lemon juice concentrate

Lemon juice that has been concentrated by removing water; used as a souring agent or flavoring in foods.
OK

thyme

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

spirit vinegar

A clear, distilled vinegar typically made from fermented alcohol (ethanol) and used for pickling, flavoring, and preservation.
OK

molasses

A thick, dark syrup produced during sugar refining, rich in flavor and used in baking and cooking.
OK

tamarind concentrate

A concentrated paste derived from tamarind fruit, used as a souring agent and flavor enhancer in sauces, curries, and chutneys.
OK

sunflower oil

A neutral-tasting culinary oil pressed from sunflower seeds, rich in unsaturated fats and commonly used for frying and dressings.
OK

clove
OK

ginger puree

Pureed ginger, a single-ingredient flavoring derived from fresh ginger.

Common questions about Creamy Peppercorn Sauce

Is Creamy Peppercorn Sauce ultra-processed?

Yes — Creamy Peppercorn Sauce is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid. This product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains industrially processed flavor extracts such as yeast extract and beef extract, which are concentrated, extracted ingredients used to enhance savory taste. According to the NOVA system and the given rules, the presence of these extracted and industrially processed ingredients makes the overall product UPF, even though many other ingredients are basic culinary components like cream, milk, onion, and spices.

Which ingredients in Creamy Peppercorn Sauce are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Creamy Peppercorn Sauce as ultra-processed markers: yeast extract, beef 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.