Pork, Smoked Pancetta & Tomato Sausages

Pork, Smoked Pancetta & Tomato Sausages

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Target diet: Vegan

Pork, Smoked Pancetta & Tomato Sausages · Vegan

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Deciding ingredient

pork

On the label

Pork72%Smoked Pancetta8%) [Pork BellySaltSugarPreservativesSodium Nitrite

What we checked

Animal-derived ingredientspork
Open Food Facts analysisMarked non-vegan

This product on every diet

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Nutrition facts (per 100g)

Energy
275 kcal
Fat
20.9 g
Saturated fat
7.5 g
high
Carbohydrates
6.4 g
Sugars
1.5 g
low
Fibre
1.2 g
Protein
14.8 g
Salt
1.5 g
high

Per 100 g this product is high in saturated fat, low in sugars, high in salt. Bands follow the UK front-of-pack guide: sugars high at 22.5 g or more and low at 5 g or less; salt high at 1.5 g or more and low at 0.3 g or less; saturated fat high at 5 g or more and low at 1.5 g or less. This describes the label, it is not dietary advice.

Processing level: NOVA group 4, ultra-processed foods. NOVA classification, from the label data.

Ingredients (original text)

Pork (72%), Smoked Pancetta (8%) [Pork Belly, Salt, Sugar, Preservatives (Sodium Nitrite, Potassium Nitrate), Antioxidant (Sodium Ascorbate)], Tomato, Rice Flour, Water, Tomato Paste, Potato Starch, Pea Fibre, Salt, Spices, Sugar, Herbs, Parsley, Stabilisers (Tetrasodium Diphosphate, Disodium Diphosphate), Red Pepper, Dextrose, Bamboo Fibre, Preservative (Sodium Metabisulphite), Caramelised Sugar Syrup, Colour (Paprika Extract).

Detailed analysis: why is Pork, Smoked Pancetta & Tomato Sausages not vegan?

Our analysis indicates that Pork, Smoked Pancetta & Tomato Sausages is likely not suitable for a vegan diet. This is based on the detection of the following ingredients which are generally avoided:

  • pork

The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: Pork (72%), Smoked Pancetta (8%) [Pork Belly, Salt, Sugar, Preservatives (Sodium Nitrite, Potassium Nitrate), Antioxidant (Sodium Ascorbate)], Tomato, Rice Flour, Water, Tomato Paste, Potato Starch, Pea Fibre, Salt, Spices, Sugar, Herbs, Parsley, Stabilisers (Tetrasodium Diphosphate, Disodium Diphosphate), Red Pepper, Dextrose, Bamboo Fibre, Preservative (Sodium Metabisulphite), Caramelised Sugar Syrup, Colour (Paprika Extract).. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

Nutritional information

Pork, Smoked Pancetta & Tomato Sausages contains 275 calories per 100g, with 14.8g of protein, 20.9g of fat, and 6.4g of carbohydrates (1.5g of which is sugar).

What should you do?

If you are following a vegan diet, we recommend looking for alternative products that do not contain these restricted ingredients. Many manufacturers now offer vegan-friendly versions of popular products, so be sure to check product labels carefully.

Disclaimer: This analysis is based on ingredient data and should not replace professional medical or nutritional advice. If you have specific dietary restrictions due to health conditions, please consult with a healthcare provider or registered dietitian.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Pork, Smoked Pancetta & Tomato Sausages Vegan?

No, Pork, Smoked Pancetta & Tomato Sausages is generally not Vegan because it contains pork.

Does Pork, Smoked Pancetta & Tomato Sausages contain allergens?

Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: Pork (72%), Smoked Pancetta (8%) [Pork Belly, Salt, Sugar, Preservatives (Sodium Nitrite, Potassium Nitrate), Antioxidant (Sodium Ascorbate)], Tomato,...

What are the nutritional facts of Pork, Smoked Pancetta & Tomato Sausages?

Pork, Smoked Pancetta & Tomato Sausages contains 275 calories per 100g, with 14.8g of protein, 6.4g of carbohydrates, and 20.9g of fat.

How much sugar is in Pork, Smoked Pancetta & Tomato Sausages?

Pork, Smoked Pancetta & Tomato Sausages lists 1.5 g of sugar per 100 g, which counts as low in sugar under the UK front-of-pack guide (5 g or less per 100 g).

Is Pork, Smoked Pancetta & Tomato Sausages ultra-processed?

By the NOVA classification in its label data, Pork, Smoked Pancetta & Tomato Sausages is in group 4, ultra-processed foods.

Can I eat Pork, Smoked Pancetta & Tomato Sausages on a Vegan diet?

No, Pork, Smoked Pancetta & Tomato Sausages is not recommended for a Vegan diet due to the presence of restricted ingredients. We recommend looking for Vegan-certified alternatives.