Yes — Fish Spread with Rice is ultra-processed.
Not a great choice for everyday.
This fish spread is classified as ultra-processed because it contains paprika extract, an extracted additive identified as contributing to UPF classification. The product is also a ready-to-eat processed spread, further supporting this classification. Its other ingredients, such as salmon, rice, onions, rapeseed oil, salt, sugar, vinegar, spices, and wheat flour, do not independently determine the UPF status.
Other fish & seafood Nomi has checked — these ones aren't ultra-processed.
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Not UPF
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Not UPF
Smoked salmon slices
The Fishmonger
Not UPF
10 breaded cod fish fingers
Stamford St.
Not UPF
Danish Mackerel Fillet
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Not UPF
Mild & Delicate Smoked Salmon
Specially Selected
Not UPF
Mild Scottish Oak Smoked Salmon
Waitrose
Not UPF
Tesco finest Scottish smoked salmon
Tesco Finest
Not UPF
Tuna Chunks in Spring Water
The Fishermonger
Not UPF
Yes — Fish Spread with Rice by Dega is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This fish spread is classified as ultra-processed because it contains paprika extract, an extracted additive identified as contributing to UPF classification. The product is also a ready-to-eat processed spread, further supporting this classification. Its other ingredients, such as salmon, rice, onions, rapeseed oil, salt, sugar, vinegar, spices, and wheat flour, do not independently determine the UPF status.
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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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.