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Flying saucers - Morrisons

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Flying saucers - Morrisons

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Barcode: 5010251536161 (EAN / EAN-13)

Packaging: Mixed plastic-packet

Brands: Morrisons

Labels, certifications, awards: Vegetarian, Vegan

Countries where sold: United Kingdom

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Ingredients

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    18 ingredients

    maize starch, dextrose, sugar, acids (citric acid, malic acid), emulsifier (soya lecithins), safflower extract, acidity regulator (sodium carbonates), colours (paprika extract, beetroot red, anthocyanins), flavouring, stabiliser (silicon dioxide)
    Allergens: Soybeans

Food processing

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    Ultra processed foods

    Elements that indicate the product is in the 4 - Ultra processed food and drink products group:

    • Additive: E160c - Paprika extract
    • Additive: E162 - Beetroot red
    • Additive: E163 - Anthocyanins
    • Additive: E322 - Lecithins
    • Ingredient: Colour
    • Ingredient: Dextrose
    • Ingredient: Emulsifier
    • Ingredient: Flavouring
    • Ingredient: Glucose

    Food products are classified into 4 groups according to their degree of processing:

    1. Unprocessed or minimally processed foods
    2. Processed culinary ingredients
    3. Processed foods
    4. Ultra processed foods

    The determination of the group is based on the category of the product and on the ingredients it contains.

    → Learn more about the NOVA classification

Additives

  • E162 - Beetroot red

    Betanin: Betanin, or Beetroot Red, is a red glycosidic food dye obtained from beets; its aglycone, obtained by hydrolyzing away the glucose molecule, is betanidin. As a food additive, its E number is E162. The color of betanin depends on pH; between four and five it is bright bluish-red, becoming blue-violet as the pH increases. Once the pH reaches alkaline levels betanin degrades by hydrolysis, resulting in a yellow-brown color. Betanin is a betalain pigment, together with isobetanin, probetanin, and neobetanin. Other pigments contained in beet are indicaxanthin and vulgaxanthins.
    Source: Wikipedia

  • E163 - Anthocyanins

    Anthocyanin: Anthocyanins -also anthocyans; from Greek: ἄνθος -anthos- "flower" and κυάνεος/κυανοῦς kyaneos/kyanous "dark blue"- are water-soluble vacuolar pigments that, depending on their pH, may appear red, purple, or blue. Food plants rich in anthocyanins include the blueberry, raspberry, black rice, and black soybean, among many others that are red, blue, purple, or black. Some of the colors of autumn leaves are derived from anthocyanins.Anthocyanins belong to a parent class of molecules called flavonoids synthesized via the phenylpropanoid pathway. They occur in all tissues of higher plants, including leaves, stems, roots, flowers, and fruits. Anthocyanins are derived from anthocyanidins by adding sugars. They are odorless and moderately astringent. Although approved to color foods and beverages in the European Union, anthocyanins are not approved for use as a food additive because they have not been verified as safe when used as food or supplement ingredients. There is no conclusive evidence anthocyanins have any effect on human biology or diseases.
    Source: Wikipedia

  • E296 - Malic acid

    Malic acid: Malic acid is an organic compound with the molecular formula C4H6O5. It is a dicarboxylic acid that is made by all living organisms, contributes to the pleasantly sour taste of fruits, and is used as a food additive. Malic acid has two stereoisomeric forms -L- and D-enantiomers-, though only the L-isomer exists naturally. The salts and esters of malic acid are known as malates. The malate anion is an intermediate in the citric acid cycle.
    Source: Wikipedia

  • E322 - Lecithins

    Lecithins are natural compounds commonly used in the food industry as emulsifiers and stabilizers.

    Extracted from sources like soybeans and eggs, lecithins consist of phospholipids that enhance the mixing of oil and water, ensuring smooth textures in various products like chocolates, dressings, and baked goods.

    They do not present any known health risks.

  • E330 - Citric acid

    Citric acid is a natural organic acid found in citrus fruits such as lemons, oranges, and limes.

    It is widely used in the food industry as a flavor enhancer, acidulant, and preservative due to its tart and refreshing taste.

    Citric acid is safe for consumption when used in moderation and is considered a generally recognized as safe (GRAS) food additive by regulatory agencies worldwide.

  • E500 - Sodium carbonates

    Sodium carbonates (E500) are compounds commonly used in food preparation as leavening agents, helping baked goods rise by releasing carbon dioxide when they interact with acids.

    Often found in baking soda, they regulate the pH of food, preventing it from becoming too acidic or too alkaline. In the culinary world, sodium carbonates can also enhance the texture and structure of foods, such as noodles, by modifying the gluten network.

    Generally recognized as safe, sodium carbonates are non-toxic when consumed in typical amounts found in food.

Ingredients analysis

The analysis is based solely on the ingredients listed and does not take into account processing methods.
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    Details of the analysis of the ingredients

    : maize starch, dextrose, sugar, acids (citric acid, malic acid), emulsifier (soya lecithins), safflower, acidity regulator (sodium carbonates), colours (paprika extract, beetroot red, anthocyanins), flavouring, stabiliser (silicon dioxide)
    1. maize starch -> en:corn-starch - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - ciqual_food_code: 9510 - percent_min: 10 - percent_max: 100
    2. dextrose -> en:dextrose - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - ciqual_proxy_food_code: 31016 - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 50
    3. sugar -> en:sugar - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - ciqual_proxy_food_code: 31016 - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 33.3333333333333
    4. acids -> en:acid - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 25
      1. citric acid -> en:e330 - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 25
      2. malic acid -> en:e296 - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 12.5
    5. emulsifier -> en:emulsifier - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 20
      1. soya lecithins -> en:soya-lecithin - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - ciqual_food_code: 42200 - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 20
    6. safflower -> en:safflower - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 16.6666666666667
    7. acidity regulator -> en:acidity-regulator - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 14.2857142857143
      1. sodium carbonates -> en:e500 - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 14.2857142857143
    8. colours -> en:colour - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 12.5
      1. paprika extract -> en:e160c - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 12.5
      2. beetroot red -> en:e162 - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 6.25
      3. anthocyanins -> en:e163 - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 4.16666666666667
    9. flavouring -> en:flavouring - vegan: maybe - vegetarian: maybe - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 5
    10. stabiliser -> en:stabiliser - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 5
      1. silicon dioxide -> en:e551 - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 5

Nutrition

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    Nutrition facts

    Nutrition facts As sold
    for 100 g / 100 ml
    Energy 1,515 kj
    (362 kcal)
    Fat 0.7 g
    Saturated fat 0.2 g
    Carbohydrates 88.4 g
    Sugars 43.3 g
    Fiber 0.8 g
    Proteins 0.2 g
    Salt 0.86 g
    Fruits‚ vegetables‚ nuts and rapeseed‚ walnut and olive oils (estimate from ingredients list analysis) 0 %

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