The Tofoo Co
Original Seitan
Product Insights
Original Seitan is a protein‑rich meat‑alternative product marketed as seitan and belongs to the "Cereals and potatoes" PNNS group. It carries a Nutri‑Score of C and is classified in Nova group 4, reflecting its ultra‑processed nature with two additives (gelatin E428 and ethanol E1510) and animal‑derived ingredients such as pork, pork fat and blood plasma. Nutritionally it provides 22.5 g protein per 100 g, 6.9 g fat (including 1.2 g saturated) and 1.49 g salt, while sugars are low at 0.2 g, making it high‑protein but moderate‑salt and moderate‑fat.
Nutrient Levels
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Nutritional Values
Values per 100 g/ml
Comparative Analysis
Compared with the average values for its category, Original Seitan contains far less sugar (0.2 g vs 9 g), slightly less fat (6.9 g vs 6.94 g), lower salt (1.49 g vs 2.96 g) and more than double the protein (22.5 g vs 9.76 g).
Ingredients
Pork, pork fat, gelatin (pork), enzymes (pork), blood plasma, ethanol, alcohol
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Frequently Asked Questions
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