Why is Gyoza Boeuf et Légumes classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product combines many industrially processed components such as soy sauce powder, broth powder, Rochester sauce powder, yeast extract, refined oils and flavorings; these multiple processing steps and added flavor enhancers place it in the NOVA 4 category.

How does the salt content in this product affect a hypertensive diet?

With 2.75 g of salt per 100 g, a typical serving provides about 55 % of the World Health Organization’s recommended daily maximum of 5 g, which can raise blood pressure and is therefore unsuitable for a low‑sodium or hypertensive diet.

Is the wheat in this product a concern for people with gluten intolerance?

Yes, the recipe includes wheat flour, wheat gluten and wheat‑based breadcrumbs, all of which contain gluten and should be avoided by individuals with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity.

Ajinomoto

Gyoza Boeuf et Légumes

Composite Foods

Product Insights

Gyoza Boeuf et Légumes is a Japanese‑style beef and vegetable dumpling from Ajinomoto, classified under composite foods and one‑dish meals. It provides 180 kcal, 7.3 g protein and 2 g fiber per 100 g, but also contains 7.9 g fat (2.5 g saturated) and 2.75 g salt, resulting in a Nutri‑Score of D and a NOVA 4 (ultra‑processed) rating. While it offers a notable share of vegetables and protein, the elevated fat, saturated fat and the presence of allergens such as wheat, soy, sesame and celery make it less suitable for sodium‑restricted or allergen‑sensitive diets.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

low

Salt

high

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g/ml

Added Sugars0.2 g

Fruits & Vegetables58.8 %

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average values for similar stuffed‑pasta meals, the gyoza contains less sugar (2.4 g vs 3.57 g) and less salt (2.75 g vs 3.55 g) but more total fat (7.9 g vs 5.94 g) and saturated fat (2.5 g vs 1.94 g).

Ingredients

Gyoza : Légumes 33% (chou, oignon, carotte), farine de BLÉ, viande de bœuf 18%, eau, huile de colza, champignon (Agaricus bisporus), chapelure (farine de BLÉ, sel, levure), sel, sucre, ciboulette, bouillon en poudre (arôme naturel, extraits d’épices, poivre noir, extrait de levure, protéine de maïs hydrolysée, sucre, sel), sauce soja (eau, graine de SOJA, BLÉ, sel), ail en poudre, gluten de BLÉ, sauce Rochester en poudre (contient CÉLERI) (vinaigre distillé, sirop de mais, sel, ail en poudre, épices, tamarin, arôme naturel), huile de SÉSAME, extrait de levure, fécule de pomme de terre, gingembre en poudre, poivre noir.Sauce soja : eau, graine de SOJA, BLÉ, sel.

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