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

The product undergoes several processing stages such as pre‑cooking the sauerkraut, curing and smoking meats, and adding preservatives; these steps place it in NOVA group 4. Its only listed additive is E14xx, a sulphur dioxide compound used as a preservative.

How does the low sugar and sodium content in this product affect diabetic or hypertensive diets?

With only 0.3 g of sugars and no added salt per 100 g, the product has minimal impact on blood glucose levels and does not contribute to sodium‑related blood‑pressure concerns, making it a safer choice for people managing diabetes or hypertension.

Is the wheat flour used in this product a concern for people with gluten intolerance?

Yes. The ingredient list includes wheat flour, which contains gluten, and the product is flagged for traces of gluten, so it is not suitable for individuals with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity.

William Saurin • 800 g

Choucroute garnie

Composite Foods

Product Insights

Choucroute garnie is a traditional Alsatian sauerkraut with meat, classified as a composite one‑dish meal. It carries a Nutri‑Score of B, falls into NOVA group 4, and per 100 g provides 6.5 g fat, 2.4 g saturated fat, 3.7 g protein, 2.4 g fiber, only 0.3 g sugars and no added salt. The formulation includes pork, turkey, wheat flour and traces of milk and soy, and uses the additive E14xx, making it non‑vegan and a source of common allergens.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

low

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal95 kcal

Fat6.5 g

Saturated Fat2.4 g

Carbohydrates1.4 g

Sugars0.3 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with typical canned meals, this Choucroute garnie contains far less sugar (0.3 g vs 3.57 g), virtually no sodium (0 g vs 3.55 g) and lower energy (95 kcal vs 174.6 kcal), but its fat (6.5 g) and saturated fat (2.4 g) are slightly above the category averages and it provides less protein (3.7 g vs 7.16 g).

Ingredients

Choucroute précuite 42%, eau, saucisses et saucisson fumés (viande de porc, gras de proc, eau, viande de dinde, pièces de tête de porc, farine de BLE, couenne de porc, plasma de porc, sel, épices, arômes naturels extrait de muscade), viande de porc traitée en salaison (viande de porc, eau, sel, amidon modifié de maïs), saindoux, vin blanc, baies de genièvre, oignon en poudre, sel, graines de cumin, épice. Total charcuterie et viande : 22,5% du poids net total.

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