Yes — Smoky BBQ Fajita Kit is ultra-processed.
The product contains multiple ultra-processed ingredients/additives including stabiliser (glycerol), emulsifier (mono- and digtycerides of fatty acids), dextrose, natural flavouring, modified corn starch, hydrolysed soy protein, smoke flavouring, flavourings, yeast extract, and colour (plain caramel). According to NOVA, these industrial formulations and additives classify the product as ultra-processed.
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Yes — Smoky BBQ Fajita Kit by Old El Paso is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product contains multiple ultra-processed ingredients/additives including stabiliser (glycerol), emulsifier (mono- and digtycerides of fatty acids), dextrose, natural flavouring, modified corn starch, hydrolysed soy protein, smoke flavouring, flavourings, yeast extract, and colour (plain caramel). According to NOVA, these industrial formulations and additives classify the product as ultra-processed.
Nomi flags 12 ingredients in Smoky BBQ Fajita Kit as ultra-processed markers: glycerol (stabiliser), mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids, dextrose, salsa for topping (29%): chopped tomatoes (64%), natural flavouring, modified corn starch, seasoning mix (6% sugar), hydrolyzed soy protein, smoke flavouring, flavourings, yeast extract, plain caramel color. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.
Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Fajita Seasoning by Waitrose, Louisiana Cajun Rub by Cape Herb & Spice. See the healthier alternatives above for details.
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.