Why is Sauce kebab classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The sauce is labeled NOVA 4 because it combines refined oils, sugars, starches and multiple industrial additives; its additive list includes citric acid (E330), potassium sorbate (E202), guar gum (E412), xanthan gum (E415), glucono‑delta‑lactone (E575), beta‑carotene (E160a), paprika extract (E160c) and other colourants, which are typical of highly processed condiment formulations.

How does the high salt and saturated fat content in Sauce kebab affect a hypertensive or heart‑healthy diet?

With 16 g of salt and 25 g of saturated fat per 100 g, the sauce can raise blood pressure and increase LDL cholesterol, making it unsuitable for regular consumption by people managing hypertension or following a heart‑healthy diet; it should be used sparingly or avoided.

Is Sauce kebab suitable for vegans or individuals with egg or mustard allergies?

No, the product contains egg yolk and mustard, which are common allergens, and it also includes animal‑derived ingredients, so it is neither vegan nor safe for those allergic to eggs or mustard.

Aldi, Delicato • 340 g e

Sauce kebab

Fat And Sauces

Product Insights

The Sauce kebab is a Belgian‑made condiment in the “Fat and sauces” and “Dressings and sauces” families, sold in a 340 g flexible squeeze bottle at Aldi. It carries a Nutri‑Score of E and is classified in NOVA group 4, reflecting its ultra‑processed nature with high levels of fat (30 g), saturated fat (25 g) and salt (16 g per 100 g, far above the average for sauces). The sauce also contains egg yolk and mustard (both allergens) and a range of additives such as citric acid, potassium sorbate, guar gum, xanthan gum and several colourants, which may be a concern for sensitive consumers.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

moderate

Salt

high

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal331 kcal

Fat30 g

Saturated Fat25 g

Carbohydrates12 g

Sugars7.5 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with average sauces, this kebab sauce contains roughly three times more fat (30 g vs 12 g), over ten times the saturated fat (25 g vs 2.1 g) and more than threefold the salt (16 g vs 5 g), while its sugar level (7.5 g) is below the typical 11 g.

Ingredients

Huile de colza, eau, sirop de glucose-fructose, jaune d'_œuf_, vinaigre d'alcool, sel, amidon transformé de maïs, _moutarde_ (eau, vinaigre d'alcool, graines de moutarde, acidifiant : acide citrique, épice), poivron, épices (piments rouges 0,3 %) (contient _moutarde_), acidifiants (glucono-delta-lactone, acide citrique), épaississants (gomme guar, gomme xanthane), extrait d'épice, conservateur (sorbate de potassium), arôme naturel, colorants (bêta-carotène, extrait de paprika).

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