Doña Jimena

Almendras rellenas

Barcode 8410330112021

Yes — Almendras rellenas is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list contains industrial additives and highly processed components: emulsifier (E322 lecithin), preservative (E200 sorbic acid), colorant (E171 titanium dioxide), antioxidant (E320 BHA), flavorings/arômes, and the use of animal fat with antioxidants. These are characteristic of NOVA group 4 ultra-processed foods.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

sugar

A basic, single-ingredient sweetener derived from sugarcane or sugar beet.
UPF

animal fat (with antioxidants e320 bha and e330 citric acid)

Animal fat used in cooking/frying; contains added antioxidants (BHA) and citric acid as preservatives/antioxidants.
OK

wheat flour

Ground cereal grain from wheat; basic food ingredient used for baking.
UPF

almond paste (13%)

Ground almond paste, resembles marzipan; a processed product often containing added sugar or other ingredients.
UPF

matzo-style unleavened bread

Unleavened bread product made from wheat flour with corn starch, dietary fibers, and additives: emulsifier E322 (lecithin from soy), colorant E171 (titanium dioxide), leavening agent E500ii (sodium bicarbonate), preservative E200 (sorbic acid), plus flavorings and salt.

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Common questions about Almendras rellenas

Is Almendras rellenas ultra-processed?

Yes — Almendras rellenas by Doña Jimena is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list contains industrial additives and highly processed components: emulsifier (E322 lecithin), preservative (E200 sorbic acid), colorant (E171 titanium dioxide), antioxidant (E320 BHA), flavorings/arômes, and the use of animal fat with antioxidants. These are characteristic of NOVA group 4 ultra-processed foods.

Which ingredients in Almendras rellenas are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Almendras rellenas as ultra-processed markers: animal fat (with antioxidants e320 bha and e330 citric acid), almond paste (13%), matzo-style unleavened bread. 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.