Why is Bœuf bourguignon et pommes de terre classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The meal undergoes multiple industrial steps such as pre‑cooking the beef, adding modified tapioca starch, thickening agents and a range of flavor enhancers, which places it in NOVA group 4. Its additive list includes caramel colour (E150a), tartaric acid (E334) as an acidity regulator, xanthan gum (E415) as a thickener, and a sulfite preservative (E14xx) for the red wine component.

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

With only 1.1 g of sugars and 0.59 g of salt per 100 g, the stew is low in both nutrients, making it a relatively safe option for people managing blood glucose or blood pressure, although the presence of any added sugar or salt means it should still be consumed in moderation within a balanced diet.

Is Bœuf bourguignon et pommes de terre suitable for a gluten‑free diet?

No, the product contains wheat flour, which provides gluten, so it is not appropriate for individuals requiring a gluten‑free diet.

Carrefour, Produits Blancs • 300 g

Bœuf bourguignon et pommes de terre

Composite Foods

Product Insights

Bœuf bourguignon et pommes de terre is a ready‑to‑heat French beef stew with potatoes, classified under the Composite foods and One‑dish meals groups. It carries a Nutri‑Score of A and falls into NOVA group 4, indicating it is ultra‑processed; the meal is low in fat (1.3 g), saturated fat (0.3 g), sugars (1.1 g) and salt (0.59 g) per 100 g, while providing 7.1 g of protein, but its Eco‑Score is low (F) and it contains allergens such as gluten and sulfites. The product therefore offers a relatively balanced nutrient profile for a convenience dish but comes with concerns about processing level, additive content, and environmental impact.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

low

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal77 kcal

Fat1.3 g

Saturated Fat0.3 g

Carbohydrates8.5 g

Sugars1.1 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with average canned meals, this stew contains far less fat, saturated fat, sugars, salt and calories while delivering a similar amount of protein.

Ingredients

Pommes de terre 33%, viande de bœuf saumurée précuite 25% [viande de bœuf (origine UE) 20%, eau, amidon modifié de tapioca, sel], eau, carottes 12%, vin rouge 3,3% (raisins, conservateurs : sulfites, régulateur d'acidité : acide tartrique [L(+)-]), farine de _blé_, huile de colza, concentré de tomate, colorant : caramel ordinaire, ail déshydraté, fécule de manioc, sel, épaississants : gomme xanthane et farine de graines de caroube, sucre, oignon déshydraté, oignon, thym, laurier, persil. Peut contenir des traces d'œufs, moutarde et poissons.

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