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

The stew includes processed beef, corn starch, a stabiliser (triphosphate pentasodique, listed as E451i), added salt and a natural flavouring, all of which are characteristic of ultra‑processed foods and place it in the NOVA 4 category.

How does the sugar and salt content in this Boeuf bourguignon affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With only 1.1 g of sugar and 0.53 g of salt per 100 g, the product is low in both nutrients, making it relatively suitable for blood‑glucose control, but the sodium still contributes to daily intake and should be counted in strict low‑salt regimes.

Is this Boeuf bourguignon suitable for a gluten‑free diet given its ingredients?

No, the recipe contains wheat fibre, which includes gluten, and the allergen list flags gluten, so the product is not safe for individuals with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity.

Monique Ranou • 300 g

Bœuf bourguignon

Composite Foods

Product Insights

Bœuf bourguignon is a ready‑to‑heat French beef stew marketed by Monique Ranou and sold in Intermarché, containing beef, potatoes, carrots and red wine. It falls under the Composite foods and One‑dish meals categories, carries a Nutri‑Score of A, but is classified as NOVA 4 indicating an ultra‑processed product with added stabiliser (triphosphate pentasodique, E451i) and wheat fibre that introduces gluten. Nutritionally, it offers low fat, saturated fat, sugar and salt compared with typical prepared meals, yet provides modest protein and fiber while containing gluten and sulfites, which may be concerns for certain consumers.

Nutrient Levels

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Fat

low

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal68 kcal

Fat0.5 g

Saturated Fat0.2 g

Carbohydrates8 g

Sugars1.1 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with typical ready‑meal averages, this Boeuf bourguignon contains significantly less fat, saturated fat, salt, sugar and calories, and slightly lower protein and fiber per 100 g.

Ingredients

Pommes de terre 28% (dont sulfites), viande bovine traitée en salaison 25% (viande bovine 16.2% (origine France), eau, vin rouge, amidon de maïs, sel, stabilisant : triphosphate pentasodique, fibre de blé, plantes aromatiques), eau, carottes 16%, vin rouge, oignons, concentré de tomates, amidon de maïs, plantes aromatiques, arôme naturel, sel, poivre.

84%

35%

Picard

420 g

Boeuf bourguignon

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