Lardons fumés

Lardons fumés are smoked pork belly strips classified as processed meat, presenting a Nutri-Score of E and a NOVA 4 status indicating ultra-processed characteristics. They deliver 17 g of protein per 100 g while being low in sugars (0.6 g) and carbohydrates, but their fat (20 g) and saturated fat (9 g) levels are high, and the 2.5 g of salt per 100 g is considered high. The product contains several additives such as sodium nitrite (E250), sodium ferrocyanide (E262), potassium sodium tartrate (E326) and antioxidant tocopherol (E316), which contribute to its preservation and flavor.