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At a glance
Merguez (PG) is a product in the category “Sausages”. It provides 260 kcal (1,046 kJ) per 100 g. It contains 208% more sugar than the median product in its category. Its saturated fat content is close to the median of its category. It contains 47% less salt than the median product in its category. Its ingredient list contains 2 additives: E250 - Sodium nitrite and E316 - sodium erythorbate. It is sold in Canada.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrition facts | Per 100 g / 100 ml | % RI* |
|---|---|---|
| Energy | 1,046 kJ / 260 kcal | 13% |
| Fat | 20 g | 29% |
| Saturated fat | 9 g | 45% |
| Carbohydrates | 4 g | 2% |
| Sugars | 2 g | 2% |
| Added sugars | 4.2 g | |
| Protein | 14 g | 28% |
| Salt | 1.1 g | 18% |
| Fruits, vegetables & legumes | 0.7 % |
*Reference intake of an average adult (8400 kJ / 2000 kcal).
Compared with similar products
Median values of 1,896 products in the category “Sausages”.
Ingredients
Lamb, Beef, Water, Spice mix (dextrose, potassium chloride, sugar), Spices, Modified corn starch, Herbs, Sodium nitrite, Sodium erythorbate, Salt.
Allergens
No allergens declared on the label.
Additives
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Merguez?
Merguez contains 260 kcal per 100 g.
Is Merguez vegan?
No. The ingredient list of Merguez contains at least one animal-derived ingredient.
Does Merguez contain palm oil?
No palm oil was detected in the ingredient list of Merguez.
Which additives does Merguez contain?
Merguez contains E250 - Sodium nitrite and E316 - sodium erythorbate.
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