Why is Poulet Curry Coco riz blanc classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The meal is a multi‑ingredient, pre‑cooked frozen entrée that includes processed components such as pre‑cooked chicken with added sodium citrate, guar gum as a thickener, and a spice blend; these industrial processes place it in NOVA group 4, and the label lists additives E331 (sodium citrate) and E412 (guar gum).

How does the sugar and salt content of this product affect diabetic or hypertensive diets?

With only 1.2 g of sugar per 100 g, the product is low in sugar and unlikely to spike blood glucose, but its 0.9 g of salt per 100 g (moderate level) can contribute to sodium intake, so people managing hypertension should consider portion size to stay within recommended daily limits.

Is Poulet Curry Coco riz blanc suitable for vegan, keto, halal, or gluten‑free diets?

The dish contains chicken, so it is not vegan or vegetarian; it includes coconut milk and rice, making it relatively low in carbs for a keto plan only when portioned carefully, and it does not list gluten‑containing grains, so it can be suitable for a gluten‑free diet if cross‑contamination is absent, while halal suitability depends on the source of the chicken and any animal‑derived processing aids, which are not specified.

Garbit • 300 g

Poulet Curry Coco riz blanc

Composite Foods

Product Insights

Poulet Curry Coco riz blanc is a frozen, ready‑to‑heat chicken curry with coconut milk served over pre‑cooked white rice, classified as a composite one‑dish meal. It carries a Nutri‑Score of C and falls into NOVA group 4, meaning it is ultra‑processed; per 100 g it provides 5.4 g protein, 12 g carbohydrates, 4.4 g fat (1.6 g saturated), 0.9 g salt and only 0.6 g fiber while containing low sugars (1.2 g) and the additives E331 and E412. Positive aspects are the 40 % fruit, vegetable and legume content and a mix of vegetables, but negatives include moderate salt, limited fiber, and the presence of processing additives.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal110 kcal

Fat4.4 g

Saturated Fat1.6 g

Carbohydrates12 g

Sugars1.2 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with average frozen meals, this product contains less sugar, fat, saturated fat, salt and calories, yet also provides lower protein and fiber than typical category averages.

Ingredients

Viande de poulet précuite préparée en salaison 25% (viande poulet (origine : UE), acidifiant : citrate de sodium, sel) , riz blanc précuit 21% , eau , oignons , tomates , lait de coco 6% , poivrons , carottes , courgettes , amidon de maïs , curry 1,2% (mélange d'épices et de plantes aromatiques dont moutarde) , noix de coco râpée 0,9% , huile de colza , coriandre , arôme naturel , sel , jus de citron concentré , ail en poudre , épaississant : gomme guar , épice

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