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

The sauce undergoes multiple industrial steps such as oil blending, emulsification, and the addition of flavor and color agents, which places it in the ultra‑processed NOVA 4 category. It lists five additives: E160c (paprika extract colour), E161b (lutein colour), E330 (citric acid), E412 (guar gum) and E415 (xanthan gum).

How does the high fat and salt content of this sauce affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

The 65 g of fat per 100 g makes the sauce very calorie‑dense and the 5.4 g of saturated fat can raise cholesterol levels, while the 1.8 g of salt contributes to sodium intake, which may increase blood pressure. For diabetics, the modest sugar amount (4.2 g) is less concerning than the overall energy load, but portion control is essential.

Is the egg yolk in Sauce samouraï a concern for people with egg allergy, and are there other allergens present?

Yes, the sauce contains egg yolk, which is a listed allergen and should be avoided by anyone allergic to eggs. It also includes mustard, another common allergen, and may contain trace amounts of other ingredients derived from the listed additives.

U • 240 g

Sauce samouraï 240g

Fat And Sauces

Product Insights

Sauce samouraï is a ready‑to‑use condiment categorized under dressings and sauces, intended for human consumption. Per 100 g it delivers 65 g of fat (including 5.4 g saturated fat), 1.8 g of salt, 4.2 g of sugars, 617 kcal, 0.5 g of fiber and 1.3 g of protein, making it energy‑dense with limited micronutrients. It carries a Nutri‑Score of E, is classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4), and contains five food additives (E160c, E161b, E330, E412, E415) along with egg and mustard allergens.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

low

Salt

high

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal617 kcal

Fat65 g

Saturated Fat5.4 g

Carbohydrates5.4 g

Sugars4.2 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average condiment, this samouraï sauce contains far less sugar (4.2 g vs 10.95 g) and salt (1.8 g vs 5.02 g) but its fat level is dramatically higher (65 g vs 12.01 g per 100 g).

Ingredients

Huile de colza, eau, jaune d'OEUF, vinaigre d'alcool, sucre, sel, MOUTARDE de dijon (eau, graines de MOUTARDE, vinaigre d'alcool, sel, acidifiant : acide citrique), poivron 0.8%, amidon de maïs, épices (contient MOUTARDE), piment 0.3%, extrait d'épices, colorants : lutéine et extrait de paprika, épaississants : gomme guar et gomme xanthane, arôme naturel d'ail. Origines: huile de colza et tomate UE et non UE

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