
Product Insights
German Salami is a pork‑based cured sausage sold by Tesco and belongs to the processed meat group. It is classified as NOVA group 4, indicating an ultra‑processed product, and per 100 g it delivers high fat (≈21 g) and high salt (≈3.6 g) while keeping sugars low (≈0.6 g). The formulation includes preservatives such as sodium nitrite, ascorbic acid and sodium erythorbate, which help preserve colour and safety but may be a concern for consumers seeking clean‑label foods.
Nutrient Levels
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Nutritional Values
Values per 100 g
Comparative Analysis
Compared with the average values for processed meats, this salami contains more fat (21.1 g vs 18.58 g) and slightly more salt (3.55 g vs 3.52 g) per 100 g, while its sugar level is markedly lower (0.6 g vs 1.56 g).
Ingredients
pork, salt, glucose syrup, white pepper, garlic, antioxidants (ascorbic acid, sodium erythorbate), preservative (sodium nitrite). prepared with 125g of raw pork per 100g of finished product.
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