Why is Knorr Sauce Poivre à la Crème Fraîche classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

Because it is formulated with several industrial ingredients such as modified corn starch, soy oil, flavorings, xanthan gum and a small amount of brandy, the product meets the criteria for ultra-processed foods; the label lists the additives E14xx (flavouring) and E415 (xanthan gum).

How does the sugar and salt content in this pepper cream sauce affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

The sauce provides only 1.6 g of sugars per 100 ml, which makes it a low-sugar option for diabetics, but the 1.1 g of salt (approximately 0.45% sodium) is moderate and can contribute to sodium intake, so people with hypertension should use it sparingly.

Is the fresh cream in this sauce a concern for lactose-intolerant consumers?

Yes, the product contains fresh cream, skimmed milk powder and milk proteins, all of which contain lactose, so it is not suitable for people who are lactose intolerant or avoid dairy.

Knorr • 300 ml

Knorr Sauce Poivre à la Crème Fraîche Brique 30cl

Fat And Sauces

Product Insights

Knorr Sauce Poivre à la Crème Fraîche is a 300 ml ready-to-use pepper sauce that contains fresh cream, tomato and soy oil. Classified in the “Fat and sauces” and “Dressings and sauces” PNNS groups, it carries a Nutri-Score of C and falls into the ultra-processed NOVA 4 category. At 61 kcal per 100 ml it provides modest protein (1.1 g) and fiber (0.5 g) while keeping sugar low (1.6 g), but its salt level (1.1 g) and saturated fat (1 g) are moderate, and it contains dairy and soy allergens.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 ml

Energy Kcal61 kcal

Fat3.5 g

Saturated Fat1 g

Carbohydrates5.4 g

Sugars1.6 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average sauce category, this pepper cream sauce contains significantly less sugar (1.6 g vs 10.95 g), fat (3.5 g vs 12.0 g) and salt (1.1 g vs 5.0 g) per 100 g.

Ingredients

Eau, amidon modifié de maïs, tomate¹, huile de soja, CRÈME fraîche : 2,3%, arômes, LAIT en poudre écrémé, protéines de LAIT, sel, sucre, poivre : 0,4%, extrait de levure, brandy, épaississant : gomme xanthane, extrait de malt d'ORGE. Peut contenir : céleri, moutarde, œuf, soja. ¹Ingrédient issu de l'agriculture durable : 2,8%.

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