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Plant spicy chicken kebab style by Vivera
Vivera

Plant spicy chicken kebab style

Barcode 8718300882999
Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Plant spicy chicken kebab style is ultra-processed.

This product is ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives and formulations, including methylcellulose (a thickener) and natural flavourings, as well as highly processed plant-protein and oil matrices typical of ready-to-eat meat substitutes.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker
  • OK
    hydrated vegetable proteins [water
  • OK
    soya protein [12%]
  • OK
    wheat protein [2%]] [70% ]
  • OK
    vegetable oils [sunflower
  • OK
    rapeseed in varying proportions]
  • OK
    thickener [methylcellulose]
  • UPF
    natural flavourings
    Flavorings derived from natural sources used to impart taste or aroma; typically a mix of essential oils, compounds, or extracts.
  • OK
    spices [cumin
  • OK
    coriander (cilantro seeds)
    Dried seeds of the coriander plant (Coriandrum sativum). Warm, citrusy flavor used ground or as whole seeds in spice blends and curries.
  • OK
    fennel seed
  • OK
    black pepper
    A common spice made from dried peppercorns of the Piper nigrum plant, used to add pungent heat and aroma to dishes.
  • OK
    turmeric
    A bright orange-yellow root commonly used as a spice and for its active compound curcumin, with warm, earthy, slightly peppery flavor.
  • OK
    mace
    The lacy aril (red covering) of the nutmeg seed, dried and ground for a warm, aromatic, spicy flavor.
  • OK
    cloves
    Dried flower buds of the Syzygium aromaticum, with a warm, pungent, sweet-spicy flavor used whole or ground in spice blends and dishes.
  • OK
    chilli pepper
  • OK
    ginger
    A pungent, aromatic rhizome used fresh or dried in cooking and beverages.
  • OK
    caraway seed
    Dried seeds of Carum carvi, used as a spice or seasoning.
  • OK
    allspice]
  • OK
    vinegar
    A sour-tasting liquid produced by fermentation, widely used as a condiment and preservative.
  • OK
    starch (contains wheat)
  • OK
    citrus fibres
  • OK
    dried vegetables [paprika
  • OK
    onion
    A common edible bulb with a pungent flavor used as a base in many dishes.
  • OK
    salt
    Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
  • OK
    water
    Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
  • OK
    garlic powder
    Dried, ground garlic used as a convenient, concentrated form of garlic flavoring in cooking.
  • OK
    paprika concentrate
    A concentrated form of paprika used to impart color and flavor in foods.
  • OK
    lovage
    A leafy herb used for its celery-like flavor in soups, stews, and sauces.
  • OK
    vitamins and minerals (vitamin b12)
    A micronutrient fortification ingredient providing vitamin B12; used to enhance nutritional value.
  • OK
    iron]. allergen statement: please see ingredients in bold. these products are produced in a factory that also handles milk [lactose] and egg. strict controls are in place to prevent cross-contamination but for severe allergy sufferers we advise that these products are not suitable for customers with an allergy to milk [lactose] and egg

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Common questions about Plant spicy chicken kebab style

Is Plant spicy chicken kebab style ultra-processed?

Yes — Plant spicy chicken kebab style by Vivera is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This product is ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives and formulations, including methylcellulose (a thickener) and natural flavourings, as well as highly processed plant-protein and oil matrices typical of ready-to-eat meat substitutes.

Which ingredients in Plant spicy chicken kebab style are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Plant spicy chicken kebab style as an ultra-processed marker: natural flavourings. 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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