Why is Fried peanuts with honey classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product is made with refined sunflower oil, added sugar and honey, plus a stabiliser blend that includes the additives E461 (calcium silicate) and E415 (xanthan gum) and a honey aroma, which places it in the ultra-processed (NOVA 4) category.

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

With 20 g of sugar per 100 g, the snack can cause rapid blood‑glucose spikes, so diabetics should limit portion size, and its 0.3 g of salt contributes to daily sodium intake, meaning hypertensive individuals should consume it sparingly.

Based on the ingredients, is this product suitable for vegan, gluten-free or other strict diets?

The snack is gluten-free but not vegan because it contains honey, and it is not suitable for children under three years or for anyone with a peanut allergy; no halal or kosher certifications are indicated.

Hacendado • 200 g

Cacahuete frito con miel

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

This HACENDADO caramelized peanut snack, sold as "Fried peanuts with honey", belongs to the sugary snacks group and delivers a crunchy, sweet treat made mainly of peanuts, honey, sugar and refined sunflower oil. It carries a Nutri-Score of D and is classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4), reflecting its high sugar (20 g per 100 g), high saturated fat (5.6 g per 100 g) and moderate salt (0.3 g per 100 g) together with the additives E461 (calcium silicate) and E415 (xanthan gum). On the plus side, the snack is gluten-free, provides 6.5 g of fiber per 100 g and is a phosphorus source, but it contains peanuts (a major allergen) and honey, making it unsuitable for vegans and for children under three years.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

high

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal591 kcal

Fat44 g

Saturated Fat5.6 g

Monounsaturated Fat0 g

Polyunsaturated Fat0 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average sugary-snack, this honey-caramelized peanut offers much less sugar (20 g vs 53 g per 100 g), slightly lower saturated fat (5.6 g vs 7.0 g), and more than double the fiber (6.5 g vs 2.3 g), while its salt level (0.3 g) is marginally below the category norm.

Ingredients

Cacahuete, Azúcar, Miel, Sal, Aceite de girasol refinado, Almidón de maíz, Estabilizador (E461, Y e415), Aroma de miel

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200 g