Vegetarian grill sticks

Vegetarian grill sticks are an egg‑white and rapeseed‑oil based meat‑alternative sold by Lidl under the Vemondo brand in a 200 g package. They belong to the protein‑foods category (egg‑based) in the PNNS classification, carry a Nutri‑Score of D and fall into NOVA group 4, indicating an ultra‑processed product that includes additives such as xanthan gum, carrageenan, potassium lactate and sodium acetate. Nutritionally the sticks are very high in fat (26.5 g per 100 g) and salt (2.15 g per 100 g) while sugar is low, and although labelled gluten‑free they contain a trace of wheat gluten that may concern sensitive consumers.