Why is Jirou Pao au Poulet classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product is made from multiple processed components such as refined flours, soy sauce, and a blend of seasonings, which places it in NOVA group 4. It lists four food additives: E14xx (a broad‑category additive), E330 (citric acid), E450 (diphosphates), and E500 (sodium carbonates).

How does the sugar and salt content of this ravioli affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With 2.8 g of sugars per 100 g, the product is below the average sugar level for frozen pasta dishes, making it relatively safe for blood‑glucose control, but the 1.08 g of salt, while lower than typical products, still contributes to daily sodium intake and should be monitored by those with hypertension.

Is the wheat (gluten) in this product a concern for people with gluten sensitivity or celiac disease?

Yes, the ravioli contains wheat flour (gluten) and soybeans, both of which are major allergens; therefore it is not suitable for individuals who must avoid gluten or soy.

Picard • 210 g

8 jirou pao au poulet

Composite Foods

Product Insights

Picard's 8 Jirou Pao au Poulet is a 210 g frozen ravioli filled with chicken, vegetables and a ginger‑soy sauce, classified as a composite one‑dish meal. It receives a Nutri‑Score of C and is placed in NOVA group 4, offering low fat (2.7 g), low sugar (2.8 g) and low salt (1.08 g) per 100 g compared with average frozen pasta dishes. Nevertheless, protein and fiber are modest, the product contains gluten and soy allergens and includes four additives (E14xx, E330, E450, E500), which may concern sensitive eaters.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal141 kcal

Fat3.6 g

Saturated Fat0.6 g

Carbohydrates21 g

Sugars2 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average frozen pasta dish, this ravioli has less fat (2.7 g vs 5.9 g), less sugar (2.8 g vs 3.6 g) and much lower salt (1.08 g vs 3.55 g), but also delivers lower protein (5.2 g vs 7.2 g) and fiber (1.8 g vs 2.1 g).

Ingredients

Jirou pao au poulet (200 g): eau, filet de poulet 16,5% (origine: Thaïlande*), farine de BLE (GLUTEN), mélange de farine (farine de tapioca, farine de riz), châtaigne d'eau, chou, carotte, champignon shitake, citronnelle 2,6%, huile de tournesol, sauce SOJA (eau, graine de SOJA, sel, farine de BLE (GLUTEN)), sucre de canne, coriandre, basilic thai 1,4%, amidon de tapioca, sel, ail, poudres à lever (diphosphates, carbonates de sodium, amidon de tapioca), poivre blanc. Sauce soja au gingembre (10 g): sauce SOJA 30% (eau, graine de SOJA, farine de BLE (GLUTEN), sel, sucre de canne), sucre de canne, vinaigre d'alcool, eau, sel, gingembre 2%, clou de gitofle. Peut contenir des traces de: oeuf. * Issus d'animaux nés, élevés abattus et transformés en Thaïlande.

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