Why is Chili & Garlic classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The blend combines several processed ingredients, flaked garlic, chili paillettes, chives and onion flakes, along with sea salt, which places it in the NOVA 4 category; it does not list any additive additives, but the multiple preparation steps qualify it as ultra‑processed.

How does the very high salt content in Chili & Garlic affect a hypertensive diet?

With 63 g of salt per 100 g, the seasoning far exceeds recommended sodium limits and can raise blood pressure, making it unsuitable for individuals who need to follow a low‑sodium or hypertension‑friendly diet.

Is the presence of trace gluten, celery, mustard, sesame and soy in Chili & Garlic a risk for people with those allergies?

Yes, even small amounts of these allergens can trigger reactions in sensitive individuals, so people allergic to gluten, celery, mustard, sesame or soy should avoid this product or check for a dedicated allergen‑free version.

SPICE GRINDER • 230g

Chili & Garlic Seasoning

Plant Based Foods And Beverages

Product Insights

Chili & Garlic is a plant‑based seasoning blend composed mainly of sea salt (73 %), garlic flakes, chili flakes, chives, sweet chili flakes and onion flakes, sold as a frozen condiment. It belongs to the PNNS group of seasoning salts, carries no Nutri‑Score, and is classified as NOVA 4 ultra‑processed due to the multiple processed ingredients. The product is vegan and low in fat, sugars and protein, but its extremely high salt content (63 g per 100 g) and trace allergens such as celery, gluten, mustard, sesame and soy make it unsuitable for low‑sodium or allergy‑restricted diets.

Nutrient Levels

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Fat

low

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

high

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal62 kcal

Fat1.3 g

Saturated Fat0.2 g

Carbohydrates7 g

Sugars2 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with average foods, this seasoning contains dramatically less sugar and fat but an extremely higher salt level, exceeding the typical average by about sixty times.

Ingredients

73% sel de mer, 13% flocons d'ail, 7% paillette de piment, ciboulette, 3% paillettes de piment doux, 1% flocon d'oignon

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