Why is Filets de maquereaux à l'escabèche classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

Because it is a ready‑to‑eat canned product that combines cooked fish with multiple processed ingredients such as oil, vinegar, concentrated tomato, dehydrated vegetables and thickeners, it falls into the NOVA 4 category; the only listed additives are guar gum (E412) and xanthan gum (E415) used as thickening agents.

How does the high fat and saturated‑fat content of this product affect a heart‑healthy or weight‑management diet?

With 15 g total fat and 4.5 g saturated fat per 100 g, the product contributes a substantial amount of calories and saturated fat, which can raise LDL cholesterol if consumed in excess; however, the fish’s omega‑3 fatty acids provide cardiovascular benefits, so it should be eaten in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

Are the traces of milk and mustard allergens in this product a concern for people with specific food allergies?

Yes; although milk and mustard are only present as possible traces, they can still trigger reactions in highly sensitive individuals, so anyone with allergies to these ingredients should avoid the product or consult a healthcare professional before consuming it.

Magasin U, U • 169 g

Filets de maquereaux à l'escabèche 169g

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Product Insights

Filets de maquereaux à l'escabèche are canned mackerel fillets marinated in escabeche, originating from France and belonging to the fatty fish dietary family. Per 100 g the product provides 221 kcal, 15 g fat (including 4.5 g saturated fat), 12 g protein, 0.74 g salt and 1.7 g sugars, and it contains the additives guar gum (E412) and xanthan gum (E415), earning a NOVA 4 classification and a Nutri‑Score of C. Positive points are its high omega‑3 content, MSC‑certified sustainable fishery and good protein level, while negatives include the relatively high fat, presence of additives and trace amounts of milk and mustard that may trigger allergies.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal221 kcal

Fat15 g

Saturated Fat4.5 g

Carbohydrates9.2 g

Sugars1.7 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average canned fish, this mackerel escabeche contains more than double the fat and sugars, about three times the saturated fat, but its salt is well below the sector average and it offers slightly more fiber.

Ingredients

Filets de maquereaux cuits au court-bouillon 56% [filets de MAQUEREAUX (Scomber scombrus, pêché en océan Atlantique nord-est), sel, épices et aromates], eau, huile de colza 8,6%, vinaigre d'alcool 8,6%, concentré de tomates 2,8%, oignon déshydraté 1,8%, ail déshydraté 0,4%, sucre, sel, échalote déshydratée, arôme naturel d'oignon, poivre, épaississants : gomme guar et gomme xanthane, persil déshydraté 0,02%, colorant : extrait naturel de paprika. Traces éventuelles de lait et moutarde.

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