Jambon sec

Jambon sec is a Spanish Serrano dry-cured ham made from pork and belongs to the processed‑meat family of the PNNS groups. It carries a Nutri-Score of E and is placed in the ultra‑processed NOVA 4 tier, reflecting the added salt, dextrose, antioxidant E316 and nitrite preservatives E250 and E252, while offering low sugar (0.5 g per 100 g) and lower saturated fat (4.4 g per 100 g) than the average processed meat. While it provides a protein‑rich snack, the high sodium level (4 g per 100 g) and the use of nitrite additives limit its suitability for low‑salt or heart‑healthy eating patterns, so it should be consumed in moderation.