Stocked Food

Beef Chilli

Barcode 5065010803008

Yes — Beef Chilli is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives/ingredients such as 'spice flavourings' (added flavourings) and soy/Worcestershire sauces that typically include processed components beyond basic culinary ingredients.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

tomato

A fresh, edible fruit commonly used as a vegetable in cooking; high in water and lycopene.
OK

minced beef (28%)
OK

onions

A bulbous vegetable used as a staple aromatic and flavoring in many cuisines.
OK

red peppers

Fresh bell peppers; sweet, crunchy vegetables used as a vegetable. Ready-to-eat raw ingredient.
OK

red kidney beans

A variety of common bean (Phaseolus vulgaris) used as a staple legume in many cuisines.
OK

carrots

Root vegetable with orange, sweet-tles; commonly eaten raw, roasted, or added to soups and stews.
OK

garlic

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

salt

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

paprika

A ground spice made from dried red peppers (Capsicum species), used for color and flavor in many cuisines.
OK

soy sauce (soya, wheat)
OK

worcestershire sauce (malt vinegar from barley, spirit vinegar, molasses)
OK

sugar

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

anchovies

Small, salt-cured fish commonly used as a flavor booster in sauces, on pizzas, and in tapas. Rich in omega-3 fats and protein.
UPF

tamarind extract

Concentrated extract derived from tamarind pulp; used for sour flavor in sauces and beverages.
OK

spice flavourings
OK

cumin seeds

Flat, boat-shaped seeds from the cumin plant, offering a warm, earthy, citrusy aroma used in spice blends and cooking.
OK

cinnamon

A sweet-spicy bark spice with warm, woody notes often used in baking and savory dishes.
OK

chilli powder

Ground dried chili peppers used as a spice to add heat and flavor in dishes. It is a basic single-ingredient spice.
OK

vegetable oil

A basic culinary oil extracted from various plant sources used for cooking and frying.

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Common questions about Beef Chilli

Is Beef Chilli ultra-processed?

Yes — Beef Chilli by Stocked Food is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives/ingredients such as 'spice flavourings' (added flavourings) and soy/Worcestershire sauces that typically include processed components beyond basic culinary ingredients.

Which ingredients in Beef Chilli are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Beef Chilli as an ultra-processed marker: tamarind 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?

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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.