Rana

Chicken & smoked pancetta fresh tortelloni

Barcode 8001665705035

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Yes — Chicken & smoked pancetta fresh tortelloni is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes industrial additives/ingredients such as natural flavourings and whey powder, which are extracted and processed components not typically used in home cooking. These are characteristic of NOVA Group 4 ultra-processed foods.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

filling 53%: chicken 20%
OK

ricotta cheese (from milk)
OK

mozzarella cheese (from milk) 18%
OK

smoked pancetta 13% (pork, salt, natural flavourings)
OK

vegetable fibres (corn and potato)
OK

cream (from milk)
OK

sunflower oil

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

natural flavourings (contain milk, wheat)
OK

barley

A whole grain used in cooking and brewing; a basic cereal ingredient.
OK

whey powder (from milk)

Dairy-derived powder from whey, containing lactose, proteins and minerals; common protein supplement and ingredient in dairy products.
OK

breadcrumbs (soft wheat flour, water)
OK

salt

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

yeast

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

butter (from milk)

Dairy fat churned from milk, widely used as a flavor and fat source in foods.
OK

garlic

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

starches (from pea, potato and corn)
OK

black pepper. pasta 47%: soft wheat flour
OK

eggs 30%
OK

durum wheat semolina

Coarsely ground durum wheat flour used especially for making pasta; high in gluten.

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Common questions about Chicken & smoked pancetta fresh tortelloni

Is Chicken & smoked pancetta fresh tortelloni ultra-processed?

Yes — Chicken & smoked pancetta fresh tortelloni by Rana is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes industrial additives/ingredients such as natural flavourings and whey powder, which are extracted and processed components not typically used in home cooking. These are characteristic of NOVA Group 4 ultra-processed foods.

What are healthier alternatives to Chicken & smoked pancetta fresh tortelloni?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Spinach and Ricotta Tortelloni by Essential Waitrose, Waitrose. See the healthier alternatives above for details.

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.