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Old El Paso Extra Mild Fajita Kit 476G by Old El Paso
Old El Paso

Old El Paso Extra Mild Fajita Kit 476G

Barcode 8410076471475
Scanned  10  times by Nomi users
Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Old El Paso Extra Mild Fajita Kit 476G is ultra-processed.

The product contains several ultra-processed ingredients/additives, including stabiliser (glycerol), emulsifier (mono-and diglycerides of fatty acids), dextrose, flavourings, smoke flavouring, modified corn starch, fructose, acidity regulator (citric acid), maltodextrin, gum arabic, and anti-caking agents. According to NOVA, the presence of such industrial additives and formulations classifies this product as an ultra-processed food (UPF).

Ingredients

6 ultra-processed markers
  • OK
    super soft flour tortillas (69%): *wheat* flour
  • OK
    water
    Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
  • UPF
    glycerol (stabiliser)
    Glycerol (glycerin) used as a humectant and stabiliser in various foods and products; an industrially produced additive.
  • OK
    vegetable oils (rapeseed, sunflower)
    A blend of vegetable oils derived from rapeseed and sunflower seeds, commonly used for cooking and frying.
  • UPF
    monoglycerides and diglycerides of fatty acids
    A food additive used as an emulsifier to help blend fats and water in processed foods. Derived from glycerol and fatty acids; commonly labeled as mono- and diglycerides (E471).
  • UPF
    dextrose
    A simple sugar derived from glucose. Commonly used as a sweetener and source of quick energy in foods.
  • OK
    raising agents (sodium bicarbonate, diphosphates)
    Basic leavening agents used to produce gas and leaven dough or batters.
  • OK
    salt cooking sauce (30%): tomato paste (37%)
  • OK
    cream
    A dairy product consisting of the high-fat layer skimmed from milk; commonly used as a ingredient to add richness and fat to dishes.
  • OK
    (*milk*)
  • OK
    sugar
    Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
  • OK
    sunflower oil
    A neutral-tasting culinary oil pressed from sunflower seeds, rich in unsaturated fats and commonly used for frying and dressings.
  • UPF
    flavourings
    Flavourings are additives that are used to enhance or impart flavor to food products. They are considered ultra-processed as they are synthetic or natural substances that are typically extracted, isolated, or synthesized for their flavor properties.
  • UPF
    smoke flavouring
    A flavoring agent used to impart smoky aroma or taste in foods. Often an extract or additive designed to mimic smoky flavors.
  • OK
    salt
    Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
  • OK
    spices
    diverse plant extracts used to flavor foods; can refer to a mix of single or blended seasonings.
  • OK
    lemon juice concentrate
    Concentrated lemon juice, a tart citrus flavoring derived from lemons.
  • UPF
    modified corn starch
    A processed starch produced from corn by modifying its starch molecules for improved stability and texture.
  • OK
    garlic powder
    Dried, ground garlic used as a convenient, concentrated form of garlic flavoring in cooking.
  • OK
    onion powder
    Dried and ground onion used as a seasoning to impart onion flavor.
  • OK
    coriander leaves (cilantro)
    Fresh leaves of the Coriandrum sativum plant, used as a herb for fresh, citrusy flavor.
  • OK
    acidity regulator (citric acid) topping mix (1%): salt
  • OK
    potato maltodextrin
  • OK
    flavouring contains mustard and barley onion
  • OK
    garlic
    A bulbous aromatic spice used to impart savory flavor in cooking; can be used fresh, sautéed, roasted, or in powder form.
  • OK
    fructose
    A simple sugar derived from fruit and honey; a monosaccharide commonly used as a sweetener.
  • OK
    parsley leaves
  • OK
    citric acid
    A natural organic acid used to balance acidity and preserve foods; a common food additive.
  • OK
    anti caking agent (calcium phospate)
  • OK
    stabiliser (gum arabic)

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Common questions about Old El Paso Extra Mild Fajita Kit 476G

Is Old El Paso Extra Mild Fajita Kit 476G ultra-processed?

Yes — Old El Paso Extra Mild Fajita Kit 476G by Old El Paso is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product contains several ultra-processed ingredients/additives, including stabiliser (glycerol), emulsifier (mono-and diglycerides of fatty acids), dextrose, flavourings, smoke flavouring, modified corn starch, fructose, acidity regulator (citric acid), maltodextrin, gum arabic, and anti-caking agents. According to NOVA, the presence of such industrial additives and formulations classifies this product as an ultra-processed food (UPF).

Which ingredients in Old El Paso Extra Mild Fajita Kit 476G are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 6 ingredients in Old El Paso Extra Mild Fajita Kit 476G as ultra-processed markers: glycerol (stabiliser), monoglycerides and diglycerides of fatty acids, dextrose, flavourings, smoke flavouring, modified corn starch. 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.

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