Why is Aiguillettes de poulet au miel et aux épices semoule classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product is labeled NOVA 4 because it undergoes multiple industrial processes such as brining, roasting, rehydrating semolina, and blending with sauces and flavorings, which qualify it as ultra‑processed despite containing no listed food additives (additives_n = 0).

How does the sugar and salt content of this chicken‑and‑semolina dish affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With 4.9 g of sugars per 100 g, the dish can raise blood glucose levels and should be consumed in moderation by people with diabetes, while its low salt level (0.35 g per 100 g) makes it a relatively safe choice for individuals managing hypertension.

Is the wheat‑based semolina in this product a concern for people with gluten intolerance?

Yes; the semolina is made from durum wheat and contains gluten, so the meal is unsuitable for anyone with celiac disease or non‑celiac gluten sensitivity.

Picard • 330 g

Aiguillettes de poulet au miel et aux épices semoule

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Product Insights

Aiguillettes de poulet au miel et aux épices semoule is a ready‑to‑heat frozen meal from Picard that combines brined chicken strips, honey‑sweetened spices, and rehydrated durum‑wheat semolina with vegetables, dried fruit and aromatic herbs. It belongs to the meat (poultry) family, earns a Nutri‑Score of A due to low fat and moderate fiber, yet is classified as NOVA 4, indicating an ultra‑processed product. While it delivers high fiber (4.7 g) and low salt (0.35 g) per 100 g, the sugar level (4.9 g) exceeds typical ready‑meal averages and it contains gluten from wheat semolina and tree nuts (pistachio, almond), which are allergens for sensitive consumers.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

low

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal123 kcal

Fat1.5 g

Saturated Fat0.3 g

Carbohydrates17 g

Sugars4.9 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average ready‑meal, this chicken‑and‑semolina dish provides markedly more fiber (4.7 g vs 0.7 g) and far less salt (0.35 g vs 3.21 g), but its sugar (4.9 g) is higher and its protein (8.4 g) lower than typical values.

Ingredients

Potiron 23,3%, duo de semoule de _blé_ dur réhydratée [semoule de _blé_ dur complète 11,4% (_gluten_), semoule de _blé_ dur 4,5% (_gluten_), eau, cumin, sel, cannelle, curcuma], morceaux d'aiguillette de poulet rôti traité en salaison [aiguillette de poulet 17,3% (origine : UE), eau, fécule de pomme de terre, sel], eau, carotte 11,5%, miel 2,7%, fibre de chicorée, oignon, raisin sec réhydraté 1,4% (raisin sec, eau, huile de coton), jus de citron, amidon de riz, _pistache_ hachée grillée 0,5%, basilic, fond de volaille (jus de cuisson de volaille, sel), huile d'olive vierge extra, _amande_ torréfiée 0,2%, purée d'ail, épices 0,13%, préparation à base de piment 0,08% (piment, purée de tomate, eau, sel, poivron, vinaigre d'alcool), sel, cannelle, cardamome, coriandre feuille, coriandre moulue.

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