Why is 16 mini-nems (Chicken, mint, vegetables, coriander) classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product is labeled NOVA 4 because it combines refined rice flour, multiple processed starches, added salt, natural flavorings, caramel and a fish-based nuoc mam sauce, all of which involve industrial processing steps; while no formal additives are listed, these ingredients function as flavor enhancers and color agents.

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

With 2.3 g of sugar per 100 g, the mini-nems add a modest amount of carbohydrates that can fit into a controlled‑carb plan for diabetics, but the 1.2 g of salt per 100 g is relatively high and may contribute to increased blood pressure, making it less suitable for those on a low‑sodium or hypertensive diet.

Is the fish sauce (nuoc mam) in this product a concern for people with fish allergies?

Yes, the nuoc mam sauce contains fish extract, so the product is not safe for anyone with a fish allergy and should be avoided by those individuals.

Cuisine Évasion, Picard • 200 g e

16 mini-nems (Poulet, menthe, Légumes, coriandre), Précuits, Surgelés (2 x 8 pièces)

Salty Snacks

Product Insights

16 mini-nems (Chicken, mint, vegetables, coriander) sold by Cuisine Evasion and Picard are a frozen ready-to-heat appetizer packaged in a 200 g box (2 x 8 pieces). Classified in the PNNS groups Salty snacks and Appetizers, the product carries a Nutri-Score of C and falls into NOVA 4 (ultra-processed), offering 8.1 g of protein, 2.2 g of fiber and low sugars (2.3 g per 100 g) but also 1.2 g of salt and several allergens including egg, fish, gluten and soy. Overall it provides a modest protein boost and vegetable content but the high processing level, added salt and presence of multiple allergens limit its suitability for health-focused or allergy-sensitive consumers.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal233 kcal

Fat9 g

Saturated Fat1 g

Carbohydrates29 g

Sugars2.3 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared to the average for similar savory snack categories, the mini-nems contain less sugar (2.3 g vs 3.84 g per 100 g), lower saturated fat (1 g vs 5.11 g) and far less salt (1.2 g vs 52.44 g).

Ingredients

Mini-nems au poulet (80 g) : eau, farine de riz, oignon, vermicelle de poulet (France) 5.2%, vermicelle de pois réhydraté, carotte, germe de haricot mungo, protéine de soja, champignon noir réhydraté, oignon déshydraté, huile de de tournesol, sel, fécule de manioc, menthe 0,2 %, arôme naturel (contient : gluten, oeuf), caramel (eau, sucre), poivre. Mini-nems aux légumes (80 g) : eau, farine de riz, châtaigne d'eau 4%, chou vert 3.3%, carotte 2.8%, vermicelle de pois réhydraté, oignon déshydraté, poireau 1.7%, champignon noir réhydraté 1.7%, protéine de soja, coriandre 1.5%, fécule de manioc, oeuf entier en poudre, huile de tournesol, citronnelle 0.5%, sel, pulpe d'ail, blanc d'oeuf en poudre, gingembre 0.06%. Sauce nuoc mâm (40 g) : eau, sucre, nuoc mâm 14% (extrait de poisson, sel), vinaigre d'alcool, sel.

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