Why is Sauce poivre classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product combines refined rapeseed oil, corn starch, sweetened egg yolk, vinegar, armagnac and several stabilisers, all of which are industrially processed ingredients. It also lists three additives: E160 (carotenoid colour), E330 (citric acid) and E412 (guar gum), which are typical of ultra‑processed foods.

How does the high fat and salt content in Sauce poivre affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With 45 g of fat and 1.7 g of salt per 100 g, the sauce adds a substantial amount of calories and saturated fat, which can challenge blood‑glucose control for diabetics and contribute to elevated blood pressure for hypertensive individuals. While its sugar is low, the overall energy density makes it advisable to use it sparingly in such diets.

Is the sweetened egg yolk in Sauce poivre a concern for people with egg allergy or for vegans?

Yes, the ingredient list includes sweetened egg yolk, so the sauce is not suitable for anyone with an egg allergy and it is also unsuitable for vegan consumers, as it contains an animal‑derived component.

Marque Repère, Rustica • 245 g

Sauce poivre

Fat And Sauces

Product Insights

Sauce poivre is a pepper‑flavored condiment marketed by Rustica and Marque Repère, belonging to the “Fat and sauces” and “Dressings and sauces” families. It carries a Nutri‑Score of D and is classified as NOVA 4, reflecting its high fat (45 g) and salt (1.7 g) content per 100 g, while providing modest protein (1.1 g) and low sugars (3.6 g). The sauce contains egg yolk and mustard, which trigger common allergens, and includes additives E160, E330 and E412, but it also offers a notable amount of black pepper for flavor and a modest fiber contribution (0.8 g).

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

low

Salt

high

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal439 kcal

Fat45 g

Saturated Fat3.7 g

Carbohydrates6.2 g

Sugars3.6 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average condiment, this sauce contains about four times more fat (45 g vs 12 g per 100 g) while its sugar (3.6 g) and salt (1.7 g) levels are well below the typical values of 10.9 g and 5.0 g respectively.

Ingredients

Huile de colza, eau, vinaigre d'alcool, jaune d'oeufs sucre, amidon de mais, poivre noir 2,7 %, moutarde de Dijon (eau graines de moutarde, vinaigre d'alcool, sel, acidifiant: acide citrique), sel, armagnac, colorant: caroténoides, épaississant: gomme guar, extrait de pomme. 133440 3 564706 578265 02

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