Why is Sauce Maroc épicée classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

It contains multiple industrial ingredients such as glucose-fructose syrup, modified corn starch, several food-grade acids (citric acid E330, glucono-delta-lactone E575), potassium sorbate (E202), stabilising gums (guar gum E412, xanthan gum E415), and a paprika extract (E160c). These, together with the high proportion of refined oil, give it the NOVA 4 status.

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

With 7.4 g of sugars per 100 g, the sauce can cause a moderate rise in blood glucose, so diabetics should use it sparingly. The 1.3 g of salt per 100 g is lower than many condiments but still contributes to daily sodium intake, so hypertensive individuals should limit portions.

Is the egg yolk in this product a concern for people with egg allergy?

Yes, the recipe lists egg yolk at 3.56 percent of the formulation, and the allergen label flags eggs, so anyone allergic to eggs should avoid this sauce.

Samia • 345 g

Sauce Maroc épicée

Fat And Sauces

Product Insights

The Sauce Maroc épicée is a spicy Moroccan condiment classified in the Fat and sauces and Dressings and sauces groups. It carries a Nutri-Score of D and is placed in NOVA group 4, reflecting its high fat content (41.4 g per 100 g), moderate added sugars (7.4 g) and a modest salt level (1.3 g). While it provides a quick source of flavor and contains some plant-based oil, it is low in protein and fiber, includes several additives (E330, E202, E575, gums, paprika extract) and may be unsuitable for low-fat or low-additive diets.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

moderate

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal425 kcal

Fat41.4 g

Saturated Fat3.3 g

Carbohydrates11.2 g

Sugars7.4 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average condiment, this sauce contains about three times more fat (41.4 g vs 12.0 g), considerably higher energy (425 kcal vs 183 kcal), lower sugars (7.4 g vs 10.95 g), lower salt (1.3 g vs 5.02 g), and far less fiber and protein.

Ingredients

Huile de colza, eau, sirop de glucose-fructose, jaune d'œuf 3,56%, vinaigre, amidon modifié de maïs, moutarde (eau, vinaigre, graines de moutarde, acidifiant : acide citrique, épice), sel, épices (dont piment rouge) 0,9%, acidifiants: glucono-delta-lactone et acide citrique, arôme naturel, plantes aromatiques, ail en poudre, conservateur : sorbate de potassium, poudre d'oignons, épaississants : gomme guar et gomme xanthane, colorant : extrait de paprika.

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