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

It is made from refined oil, added sweeteners, modified starch, and a suite of industrial preservatives, stabilizers, acidity regulators and colorants; the label lists additives E415 (stabilizer), E224 (preservative), E330 (acidulant), E202 (preservative), E211 (preservative), E385 (antioxidant), E270 (acidity regulator) and E160c (colorant).

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

The 15 g of sugar per 100 g can cause rapid blood‑glucose spikes, making the sauce unsuitable for uncontrolled diabetes, while the 2.2 g of salt contributes about 880 mg of sodium, a significant portion of the recommended daily limit, which may exacerbate hypertension; both groups should limit consumption.

Is the mustard in Sauce algerienne star a concern for people with mustard allergies?

Yes; mustard is listed as an ingredient and appears in the allergen tags, so anyone allergic to mustard should avoid this sauce.

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Sauce algerienne star

Fat And Sauces

Product Insights

Sauce algerienne star is an Algerian-style condiment that falls under the "Fat and sauces" and "Dressings and sauces" PNNS groups. It has a Nutri-Score of E and is classified as NOVA 4, reflecting its high fat (31.6 g per 100 g), high sugar (15 g per 100 g) and the presence of multiple additives (E415, E224, E330, E202, E211, E385, E270, E160c) along with egg yolk, mustard and soy allergens. While it provides a robust savory flavor and includes small amounts of onion and tomato concentrate, its energy-dense profile makes it best consumed in moderation.

Nutrient Levels

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Fat

high

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

high

Salt

high

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g/ml

Energy Kcal364 kcal

Fat31.6 g

Saturated Fat2.4 g

Carbohydrates19.1 g

Sugars15 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average values for similar sauces, Sauce algerienne star contains about three times more fat (31.6 g vs 12.0 g) and roughly 37% more sugar (15.0 g vs 10.9 g) per 100 g, while its salt level is less than half the average (2.2 g vs 5.0 g).

Ingredients

Eau, huile de colza, sirop de glucose, fructose, vinaigre de table, sucre, épaississant: amidon modifié, oignon, moutarde (eau, graines de moutarde, vinaigre de table, sel, huile de soja, stabilisant E415, conservateur: E224 et antioxydant: E330), sel, jaune d'œufs, concentré de tomate, stabilisant: E415, conservateurs: E202, E211, antioxydants: E385, E330, correcteur d'acidité: E270, colorant: E160c et oléorésine de capsicum

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