Why is Poulet aux ecrevisses et duo de riz classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The meal is considered ultra‑processed because it combines multiple processed ingredients such as brined and cooked chicken, de‑glazed sauces, and a blend of refined rice, and it includes the preservative additive E 14xx, which is the only listed additive in the product.

How does the salt content in this product affect a hypertensive diet?

With 0.7 g of salt per 100 g, the meal contributes a moderate amount of sodium; while lower than many ready‑meals, it can still add up if consumed frequently, so individuals managing high blood pressure should monitor overall daily salt intake.

Is the red crayfish tail in this product a concern for people with shellfish allergies?

Yes, the product contains red crayfish tails (queues d'écrevisses) and a lobster bisque, both classified as crustaceans, which are common allergens and can trigger reactions in individuals with shellfish allergy.

Thiriet • 350 g

Poulet aux ecrevisses et duo de riz

Composite Foods

Product Insights

This ready‑to‑heat microwave meal from Thiriet combines chicken, red crayfish tails and a blend of white and red rice, falling under the composite foods and one‑dish meals category. It carries a Nutri‑Score of C and is classified as NOVA 4, indicating an ultra‑processed product with a modest protein content (8.8 g per 100 g) and low sugar (1.5 g per 100 g) but a moderate amount of fat (5.2 g per 100 g) and salt (0.7 g per 100 g). The formulation also includes several allergens such as crustaceans, milk, eggs, mustard and sesame, and an E‑type additive (E 14xx), which may be a concern for sensitive consumers.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal142 kcal

Fat5.2 g

Saturated Fat2.3 g

Carbohydrates15 g

Sugars1.5 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with typical ready‑meal averages, this product offers lower sugar, fat, salt and calories while providing higher protein, but it has higher saturated fat and lower fiber than the category norms.

Ingredients

riz cuit 35% (eau, riz), viande de poulet cuite traitée en salaison 25% (viande de poulet (origine France) 21 eau, dextrose, fécule de manioc, sel), crème fraîche, riz rouge cuit 6% (eau, riz rouge), queues d'écrevisse rouge des marais cuites 5%, eau, vin blanc (dont sulfites), vermouth (dont sulfites), huile de colza, échalotes, concentré de tomates, beurre, bisque de homard 0,7% (homard, langoustine, crabe vert) tomate, eau, poisson blanc, vin blanc, plantes aromatiques, carotte, sel, beurre, épices), amidon transformé fumet de crustacés 0,5% (langoustines et crabes et jus de cuisson de crustacés, sel) (dont sulfites), se persil, poivre. Pourcentages exprimés sur le produit fini. Présence éventue//e de gluten, œuf, soja, céleri, moutarde, sésame et mollusques.

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