Why is Brandade de morue parmentiere classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

It is a frozen ready‑to‑heat meal that combines processed fish, dehydrated potato flakes, refined oils and several industrial stabilisers, which places it in NOVA group 4. The label lists four food additives: E223 (sodium metabisulfite) as a preservative, E330 (citric acid) as an acidifier, E450/E450i (diphosphate) as a firming agent, and E471 (mono‑ and diglycerides of fatty acids) as an emulsifier.

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

The product contains only 1.2 g of sugars per 100 g, which is low and generally acceptable for a diabetic diet when consumed in moderation. It provides 0.7 g of salt per 100 g, markedly lower than the category average, so it fits better into a hypertensive diet, though total daily sodium intake should still be monitored.

Is the milk powder in this product a concern for people with lactose intolerance or dairy allergy?

Yes. The ingredient list includes milk powder, which contains lactose and is a recognized dairy allergen. Individuals with lactose intolerance, a dairy allergy, or those following a vegan diet should avoid this brandade.

Thiriet • 1,2kg (20% gratuits)

Brandade de morue parmentiere

Composite Foods

Product Insights

The product is a frozen cod brandade with potato (parmentière) prepared by Thiriet, listed under the Composite foods and One‑dish meals groups. It bears a Nutri‑Score of B but falls into NOVA group 4, indicating an ultra‑processed ready‑to‑heat dish, and its ingredient list includes four additives (E223, E330, E450/E450i, E471) as well as allergens such as fish, molluscs, milk and sulfites. Per 100 g it delivers 113 kcal, 5.5 g fat (0.6 g saturated), 0.7 g salt, 1.2 g sugars, 6.2 g protein and 3 g fiber, which is lower in fat, saturated fat, salt, sugars and calories than average prepared meals but also provides slightly less protein.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal113 kcal

Fat5.5 g

Saturated Fat0.6 g

Carbohydrates8.3 g

Sugars1.2 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average prepared fish meal (23 g carbohydrates, 5.94 g fat, 1.94 g saturated fat, 3.55 g salt, 174 kcal per 100 g), this brandade is lower in fat, saturated fat, salt, sugars and calories while offering higher fiber but a modestly lower protein content.

Ingredients

Eau, chair de _morue_ 30%, flocons de pommes de terre déshydratés (pommes de terre, émulsifiant : mono - et diglycérides d'acides gras, stabilisant ; diphosphate disodique, conservateur : _disulfite_ de sodium, acidifiant : acide citrique), huile de colza, huile d'olive, _lait_ en poudre, fumet de _poisson_ (sirop de glucose, arômes naturels, sel, amidon, _poisson_ en poudre, _crustacés_, _mollusques_, dextrose, fécule de pommes de terre, plantes aromatiques, poireaux déshydratés, épices), ail 0,4%, poivre

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