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

NOVA 4 denotes products formulated mainly from industrial ingredients and additives; Sauce frites includes added sugar, modified corn starch, xanthan gum (E415) as a thickener, citric acid (E330) as an acidifier, and an unspecified additive coded E14xx, all of which qualify it as ultra‑processed.

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

With 8.2 g of sugar per 100 g, the sauce can raise blood glucose levels and should be limited by people with diabetes, while its 1.5 g of salt per 100 g is moderate and may contribute to sodium intake for those managing hypertension, so consumption should be moderate for both groups.

Is the egg yolk in this product a concern for people with egg allergy?

Yes. The sauce contains 2.4 % free‑range chicken egg yolk, which is a recognized egg allergen and must be avoided by anyone with an egg allergy.

Auchan • 0.35 kg

Sauce frites

Fat And Sauces

Product Insights

Sauce frites is a shelf-stable French condiment classified in the “Fat and sauces” and “Dressings and sauces” PNNS groups, marketed by Auchan. It carries a Nutri-Score of D and is placed in NOVA group 4, reflecting its high fat (25 g per 100 g), moderate salt (1.5 g per 100 g) and added sugars (8.2 g per 100 g) while providing little fiber or protein. The formulation includes egg yolk and mustard, which are declared allergens, and contains three additives (E14xx, E330 citric acid, and E415 xanthan gum), indicating an ultra-processed product.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

moderate

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal277 kcal

Fat25 g

Saturated Fat2.1 g

Carbohydrates13 g

Sugars8.2 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average French condiment, Sauce frites contains roughly half the typical sugar (8.2 g vs 10.95 g) but more than double the fat (25 g vs 12.01 g) and delivers about 50 % more calories per 100 g, while its salt level (1.5 g) is well below the category average (5.02 g).

Ingredients

Eau, huile de colza, sucre, vinaigre d'alcool, amidon modifié de maïs, jaune d'OEUF issu de poules élevées en plein air 2,4%, amidon, sel, MOUTARDE 1% (eau, vinaigre d'alcool, graines de MOUTARDE, acidifiant : acide citrique, épice), oignon, acidifiant : acide citrique, épaississant : gomme xanthane, persil, arôme naturel de romarin, arôme naturel d'ail, arôme naturel, arôme.

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