Why is Poulet au curry et riz basmati classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The meal undergoes multiple industrial steps such as cooking, vacuum‑packing, and the addition of flavorings, modified starches, wheat‑derived glucose syrup and several food‑acid additives, which places it in the ultra‑processed NOVA 4 category. Its label lists additives E260 (acetic acid), E270 (lactic acid), E322 and E322i (lecithin), and a generic E14xx code, as well as modified tapioca and corn starches.

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

With 1.2 g of sugar and 0.49 g of salt per 100 g, the meal provides relatively low sugar and moderate salt compared with many ready‑meals, so it adds only a modest impact on blood glucose levels but still contributes to daily sodium intake; portion control is recommended for diabetics and people managing hypertension.

Is Poulet au curry et riz basmati suitable for vegan, keto, halal, or gluten‑free diets?

No, the product contains chicken meat, dairy (crème fraîche and whole milk), wheat‑derived glucose syrup and soy, making it unsuitable for vegan, gluten‑free, and keto diets, and its halal status is not confirmed.

U • 300 g

Poulet au curry et riz basmati

Fish Meat Eggs

Product Insights

This ready-to-heat frozen meal features chicken pieces in a curry sauce served with basmati rice, marketed in France and prepared in French facilities. It belongs to the "Meat, fish, eggs" PNNS group, carries a Nutri-Score of B, and is classified in the highest processing tier (NOVA 4), reflecting the presence of multiple additives such as modified starches, wheat glucose syrup and several food‑acid additives (E260, E270, E322, E330). Nutritionally it offers modest fat (3.2 g) and low salt (0.49 g) per 100 g, but its protein is relatively low (6.5 g) and carbohydrate content is high (14.9 g), making it a relatively low‑fat, low‑salt option that still provides a significant amount of carbs.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal116 kcal

Fat3.2 g

Saturated Fat1.3 g

Carbohydrates14.9 g

Sugars1.2 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with average values for similar frozen chicken‑curry meals, this product contains markedly less fat (3.2 g vs 12.4 g), saturated fat (1.3 g vs 4.2 g), sugar (1.2 g vs 2.2 g) and salt (0.49 g vs 3.2 g), but its protein (6.5 g) is far below the category average (19.9 g) while its carbohydrate level (14.9 g) is considerably higher.

Ingredients

Riz basmati cuit 37,9% (eau, riz basmati) , eau, émincés de poulet rôt, i 16,6% (viande de poulet 81.5%, eau, amidon transformé de manioc, de, xtrose de blé, sel, sirop de glucose de blé), oignon préfrit ( oignon, huile de tournesol), crème fraîche, courgette, aromes naturels, huile, de tournesol, amidon transformé de mais, sucre, lait entier en pou, dre, spécialité indienne aux épices et aromates (huile de colza, eau, sel, concentré de tomate, curcuma, cumin, pulpe de tamarin, paprika, a, il en poudre, farine de maïs, jus de citron, crème de coco en poudre, épices (contient moutarde), herbes aromatiques, acidifiants : acide, acétique, acide citrique et acide lactique, émulsifiant : lécithine de, soja), raisins secs (raisins, huile de tournesol, conservateur : anhy, dride sulfureux), ail, curry 0,3%, sel, coriandre.

84%

35%

Unlock What Your Food Doesn't Tell You

Scan this and millions of other food products to discover hidden positive & negative points, scores percentage, additives, allergens, and deeper product insights with the free NutrScan app.