Why is Chili con carne et riz blanc classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The NOVA system tags the product as group 4 because it is a ready‑made frozen meal that includes multiple industrial ingredients such as pre‑cooked rice, flavorings, thickeners and preservatives. The label lists additives E224 (potassium metabisulfite), E330 (citric acid), E415 (xanthan gum) and additional flavorings, as well as mustard, which contribute to its ultra‑processed status.

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

With 2.4 g of sugar per 100 g, the meal is below the average sugar level for frozen dishes, so it has a limited impact on blood glucose compared with sweeter options. However, the 0.95 g of salt per 100 g (approximately 3.8 g per serving) can contribute noticeably to daily sodium intake and may require caution for people managing hypertension.

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

Yes. Mustard is listed as an allergen in the ingredient declaration, and the product also contains mustard seeds in the Dijon mustard component, so anyone with a mustard allergy should avoid this meal.

Auchan, Auchan Production, Groupe Auchan, L'oiseau • 0.3 kg

Chili con carne et riz blanc

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Product Insights

Chili con carne et riz blanc is a 300‑g frozen ready‑to‑heat meal that combines seasoned beef, red beans, white pre‑cooked rice, tomato concentrate and assorted peppers. It carries a Nutri‑Score of B and is classified as a NOVA 4 ultra‑processed product, offering low sugar (2.4 g), low fat (2.6 g) and modest protein (7 g) per 100 g, but it contains 0.95 g of salt, mustard, sulfites and additives such as E224, E330 and E415. Made in France, the dish has an Eco‑score of F and is packaged in plastic and cardboard with a protective gas atmosphere, indicating a limited environmental performance.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

low

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal123 kcal

Fat2.6 g

Saturated Fat1.1 g

Carbohydrates16 g

Sugars2.4 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with typical frozen meals, this chili‑rice meal provides less sugar (2.4 g vs 3.57 g), less fat (2.6 g vs 5.94 g), lower salt (0.95 g vs 3.55 g), fewer calories (123 kcal vs 175 kcal) and higher fiber (4.2 g vs 2.08 g) per 100 g.

Ingredients

Riz blanc précuit 33% (riz blanc, eau, sel, huile de colza), eau, viande bovine 14% (viande bovine, sel), haricots rouges réhydratés 14% (haricots rouges, eau), concentré de tomates 5%, poivrons rouges 3%, poivrons verts 3%, oignons, sel, sucre, amidon de manioc, MOUTARDE forte de Dijon (eau, graines de MOUTARDE, vinaigre d'alcool, sel, acidifiant : acide citrique, conservateur : DISULFITE de potassium) épaississants : gomme xanthane, gomme guar cumin, arôme, piment, paprika.Élaboré à partir de viande bovine origine France. Pourcentages exprimés sur le total de la recette. Traces éventuelles de céréales contenant du gluten, œufs et poisson.

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