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

It is classified as ultra-processed because it combines refined components such as modified corn starch, added sugars, dairy cream and butter, and includes two food additives: E160c (paprika extract) used as a natural colour and E260 (acetic acid) used as an acidifier.

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

With 7.4 g of sugar and 0.7 g of salt per 100 g, the sauce can raise blood-glucose levels quickly for people with diabetes and adds to sodium intake that may raise blood pressure, so it should be used sparingly or paired with low-sugar, low-salt foods.

Is the almond ingredient in this product a concern for nut allergies?

Yes, the sauce lists ground almonds (0.3 %) among its ingredients, and almonds are identified as a nut allergen, so anyone with a nut allergy should avoid this product.

Pataks • 450 g

Sauce Tandoori

Fat And Sauces

Product Insights

Sauce Tandoori by Pataks is a 450 g glass-jar condiment that belongs to the Fat and sauces and Dressings and sauces families. It carries an Eco-Score of A, is labeled gluten-free and free from artificial flavours, preservatives and colours, but it contains dairy (cream, butter) and ground almonds, making it unsuitable for lactose-intolerant or nut-allergic consumers. The product is classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and has a Nutri-Score of C, reflecting moderate levels of sugar (7.4 g), salt (0.7 g) and fat per 100 g, which may be a concern for health-conscious diets.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

moderate

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal86 kcal

Fat3.4 g

Saturated Fat1.4 g

Carbohydrates12 g

Sugars7.4 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average values for typical sauces, this Tandoori sauce contains less than half the sugar (7.4 g vs 10.95 g), fat (about 3 g vs 12 g), saturated fat (1.4 g vs 2.14 g) and salt (0.7 g vs 5 g), delivering roughly 95 kcal per 100 g versus the category's typical 183 kcal.

Ingredients

Eau, concentre de tomates (5%), sucre, crème liquide (_lait_) (3%), beurre (_lait_), amidon de mais modifié, huile de colza, oignon séché, épices moulues [gingembre (0,3%), cumin (0,2%), coriandre (0,2 %), paprika (0,1%), épices], vinaigre d'alcool, purée de gingembre (1%), poudre d'oignon rouge, sel, ail en poudre, _amandes_broyées (0,3%), paprika fumé (0,3%), tamarin (0,1%), extrait de paprika, acidifiant (acide acétique).

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