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Crispy No-Chicken Nuggets - Plant Chef - 180g

Crispy No-Chicken Nuggets - Plant Chef - 180g

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Barcode: 5059697718694 (EAN / EAN-13)

Common name: Vegan nuggets

Quantity: 180g

Brands: Plant Chef

Categories: Meat alternatives, Meat analogues, Breaded products, Vegetarian nuggets, Vegan nuggets

Labels, certifications, awards: Vegetarian, Vegan

Stores: Tesco

Countries where sold: United Kingdom

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Ingredients

25 ingredients

Water, Wheat Flour [Wheat Flour, Calcium Carbonate, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin), Wheat Protein (10%), Bamboo Fibre, Stabilisers (Methyl Cellulose, Disodium Diphosphate, Sodium Alginate), Pea Protein (1.5%), Flavourings, Rapeseed Oil, Potato Starch, Dextrose, Maize Flour, Wheat Gluten, Salt, Raising Agents (Sodium Bicarbonate, Ammonium Carbonate). Wheat Starch

Allergens: Gluten

Traces: Eggs, Milk

Food processing

Ultra processed foods
Elements that indicate the product is in the 4 - Ultra processed food and drink products group:

Additive: E401 - Sodium alginate

Additive: E450 - Diphosphates

Additive: E461 - Methyl cellulose

Ingredient: Dextrose

Ingredient: Flavouring

Ingredient: Glucose

Ingredient: Gluten
Food products are classified into 4 groups according to their degree of processing:

Unprocessed or minimally processed foods

Processed culinary ingredients

Processed foods

Ultra processed foods

The determination of the group is based on the category of the product and on the ingredients it contains.

→ Learn more about the NOVA classification

Additives

E401 - Sodium alginate

E450 - Diphosphates

Diphosphates (E450) are food additives often utilized to modify the texture of products, acting as leavening agents in baking and preventing the coagulation of canned food.

These salts can stabilize whipped cream and are also found in powdered products to maintain their flow properties. They are commonly present in baked goods, processed meats, and soft drinks.

Derived from phosphoric acid, they're part of our daily phosphate intake, which often surpasses recommended levels due to the prevalence of phosphates in processed foods and drinks.

Excessive phosphate consumption is linked to health issues, such as impaired kidney function and weakened bone health. Though diphosphates are generally regarded as safe when consumed within established acceptable daily intakes, it's imperative to monitor overall phosphate consumption to maintain optimal health.

E450i - Disodium diphosphate

E461 - Methyl cellulose

Methyl cellulose: Methyl cellulose -or methylcellulose- is a chemical compound derived from cellulose. It is a hydrophilic white powder in pure form and dissolves in cold -but not in hot- water, forming a clear viscous solution or gel. It is sold under a variety of trade names and is used as a thickener and emulsifier in various food and cosmetic products, and also as a treatment of constipation. Like cellulose, it is not digestible, not toxic, and not an allergen.
Source: Wikipedia

E500 - Sodium carbonates

Sodium carbonates (E500) are compounds commonly used in food preparation as leavening agents, helping baked goods rise by releasing carbon dioxide when they interact with acids.

Often found in baking soda, they regulate the pH of food, preventing it from becoming too acidic or too alkaline. In the culinary world, sodium carbonates can also enhance the texture and structure of foods, such as noodles, by modifying the gluten network.

Generally recognized as safe, sodium carbonates are non-toxic when consumed in typical amounts found in food.

E500ii - Sodium hydrogen carbonate

Sodium hydrogen carbonate, also known as E500ii, is a food additive commonly used as a leavening agent.

When added to recipes, it releases carbon dioxide gas upon exposure to heat or acids, causing dough to rise and resulting in a light, fluffy texture in baked goods.

It is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by regulatory authorities when used in appropriate quantities and poses no significant health risks when consumed in typical food applications.

E503 - Ammonium carbonates

Ammonium carbonate: Ammonium carbonate is a salt with the chemical formula -NH4-2CO3. Since it readily degrades to gaseous ammonia and carbon dioxide upon heating, it is used as a leavening agent and also as smelling salt. It is also known as baker's ammonia and was a predecessor to the more modern leavening agents baking soda and baking powder. It is a component of what was formerly known as sal volatile and salt of hartshorn.
Source: Wikipedia

E503i - Ammonium carbonate

Ammonium carbonate: Ammonium carbonate is a salt with the chemical formula -NH4-2CO3. Since it readily degrades to gaseous ammonia and carbon dioxide upon heating, it is used as a leavening agent and also as smelling salt. It is also known as baker's ammonia and was a predecessor to the more modern leavening agents baking soda and baking powder. It is a component of what was formerly known as sal volatile and salt of hartshorn.
Source: Wikipedia

Ingredients analysis

Palm oil free

No ingredients containing palm oil detected

Vegan
No non-vegan ingredients

Unrecognized ingredients: Iron, Thiamin

Vegetarian
No non-vegetarian ingredients detected

Unrecognized ingredients: Iron, Thiamin

The analysis is based solely on the ingredients listed and does not take into account processing methods.

Details of the analysis of the ingredients
en: Water, Wheat Flour, Wheat Flour, Calcium Carbonate, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin, Wheat Protein 10%, Bamboo Fibre, Stabilisers (Methyl Cellulose, Disodium Diphosphate, Sodium Alginate), Pea Protein 1.5%, Flavourings, Rapeseed Oil, Potato Starch, Dextrose, Maize Flour, Wheat Gluten, Salt, Raising Agents (Sodium Bicarbonate, Ammonium Carbonate), Wheat Starch
Water -> en:water - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - ciqual_food_code: 18066 - percent_min: 10 - percent_max: 25.5

Wheat Flour -> en:wheat-flour - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - ciqual_proxy_food_code: 9410 - percent_min: 10 - percent_max: 17.75

Wheat Flour -> en:wheat-flour - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - ciqual_proxy_food_code: 9410 - percent_min: 10 - percent_max: 15.1666666666667

Calcium Carbonate -> en:e170i - vegan: maybe - vegetarian: maybe - percent_min: 10 - percent_max: 13.875

Iron -> en:iron - percent_min: 10 - percent_max: 13.1

Niacin -> en:e375 - vegan: maybe - vegetarian: maybe - percent_min: 10 - percent_max: 12.5833333333333

Thiamin -> en:thiamin - percent_min: 10 - percent_max: 10

Wheat Protein -> en:wheat-protein - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - percent_min: 10 - percent: 10 - percent_max: 6.66666666666667

Bamboo Fibre -> en:bamboo-fibre - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - percent_min: 1.5 - percent_max: 4.28571428571429

Stabilisers -> en:stabiliser - percent_min: 1.5 - percent_max: 3.5625

Methyl Cellulose -> en:e461 - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - percent_min: 0.5 - percent_max: 3.5625

Disodium Diphosphate -> en:e450i - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 1.78125

Sodium Alginate -> en:e401 - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 1.1875

Pea Protein -> en:pea-protein - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - percent_min: 1.5 - percent: 1.5 - percent_max: 1.5

Flavourings -> en:flavouring - vegan: maybe - vegetarian: maybe - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 1.5

Rapeseed Oil -> en:rapeseed-oil - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - from_palm_oil: no - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 1.5

Potato Starch -> en:potato-starch - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - ciqual_proxy_food_code: 9510 - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 1.5

Dextrose -> en:dextrose - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - ciqual_proxy_food_code: 31016 - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 1.5

Maize Flour -> en:corn-flour - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - ciqual_food_code: 9545 - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 1.5

Wheat Gluten -> en:wheat-gluten - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 1.5

Salt -> en:salt - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - ciqual_food_code: 11058 - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 0.72

Raising Agents -> en:raising-agent - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 0.72

Sodium Bicarbonate -> en:e500ii - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 0.72

Ammonium Carbonate -> en:e503i - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 0.36

Wheat Starch -> en:wheat-starch - vegan: yes - vegetarian: yes - ciqual_proxy_food_code: 9510 - percent_min: 0 - percent_max: 0.72

Nutrition

Very good nutritional quality
⚠ ️Warning: the amount of fruits, vegetables and nuts is not specified on the label, it was estimated from the list of ingredients: 0
This product is not considered a beverage for the calculation of the Nutri-Score.

Positive points: 10

Proteins: 5 / 5 (value: 10, rounded value: 10)

Fiber: 5 / 5 (value: 6.93, rounded value: 6.93)

Fruits, vegetables, nuts, and colza/walnut/olive oils: 0 / 5 (value: 0, rounded value: 0)

Negative points: 5

Energy: 2 / 10 (value: 981, rounded value: 981)

Sugars: 0 / 10 (value: 1.07, rounded value: 1.1)

Saturated fat: 0 / 10 (value: 0.72, rounded value: 0.7)

Sodium: 3 / 10 (value: 288, rounded value: 288)

The points for proteins are counted because the negative points are less than 11.

Nutritional score: (5 - 10)

Nutri-Score:
→ Learn more about the Nutri-Score

Nutrient levels
- Fat in moderate quantity (10.9%)
  What you need to know
  
  A high consumption of fat, especially saturated fats, can raise cholesterol, which increases the risk of heart diseases.
  
  Recommendation: Limit the consumption of fat and saturated fat
  
  Choose products with lower fat and saturated fat content.
  
  Source: National Health Service UK (NHS) - Fat: the facts
- Saturated fat in low quantity (0.72%)
  What you need to know
  
  A high consumption of fat, especially saturated fats, can raise cholesterol, which increases the risk of heart diseases.
  
  Recommendation: Limit the consumption of fat and saturated fat
  
  Choose products with lower fat and saturated fat content.
  
  Source: National Health Service UK (NHS) - Fat: the facts
- Sugars in low quantity (1.07%)
  What you need to know
  
  A high consumption of sugar can cause weight gain and tooth decay. It also augments the risk of type 2 diabetes and cardio-vascular diseases.
  
  Recommendation: Limit the consumption of sugar and sugary drinks
  
  Sugary drinks (such as sodas, fruit beverages, and fruit juices and nectars) should be limited as much as possible (no more than 1 glass a day).
  
  Choose products with lower sugar content and reduce the consumption of products with added sugars.
  
  Source: National Health Service UK (NHS) - Sugar: the facts
- Salt in moderate quantity (0.72%)
  What you need to know
  
  A high consumption of salt (or sodium) can cause raised blood pressure, which can increase the risk of heart disease and stroke.
  
  Many people who have high blood pressure do not know it, as there are often no symptoms.
  
  Most people consume too much salt (on average 9 to 12 grams per day), around twice the recommended maximum level of intake.
  
  Recommendation: Limit the consumption of salt and salted food
  
  Reduce the quantity of salt used when cooking, and don't salt again at the table.
  
  Limit the consumption of salty snacks and choose products with lower salt content.
  
  Source: World Health Organization (WHO) - Fact sheet - Salt reduction
  
  Source: National Health Service UK (NHS) - Salt: the facts

Nutrition facts

Nutrition facts	As sold for 100 g / 100 ml	As sold per serving (75g)	Compared to: Vegan nuggets
Energy	981 kj (235 kcal)	736 kj (176 kcal)	-1%
Fat	10.9 g	8.2 g	-4%
Saturated fat	0.72 g	0.54 g	-37%
Carbohydrates	20.5 g	15.4 g	-3%
Sugars	1.07 g	0.8 g	-43%
Fiber	6.93 g	5.2 g	+70%
Proteins	10 g	7.5 g	-6%
Salt	0.72 g	0.54 g	-41%
Fruits‚ vegetables‚ nuts and rapeseed‚ walnut and olive oils (estimate from ingredients list analysis)	0 %	0 %

Serving size: 75g

Environment

Eco-Score B - Low environmental impact

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Life cycle analysis

Average impact of products of the same category: A (Score: 86/100)

Category: Soybean and wheat-based nuggets (vegan)

PEF environmental score: 0.23 (the lower the score, the lower the impact)
including impact on climate change: 1.47 kg CO2 eq/kg of product

Stage	Impact
Agriculture	24.7 %
Processing	53.1 %
Packaging	6.8 %
Transportation	6.4 %
Distribution	3.9 %
Consumption	5.0 %

Bonuses and maluses

Missing origins of ingredients information
Malus: -5

⚠ ️ The origins of the ingredients of this product are not indicated.

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No ingredients that threaten species

Packaging with a high impact

Malus: -15

Shape	Material	Recycling	Impact
Sleeve	Unknown	Recycle	High
Tray	Unknown	Recycle	High
Film	Unknown	Recycle	High

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Eco-Score for this product

Impact for this product: B (Score: 66/100)
Product: Crispy No-Chicken Nuggets - Plant Chef - 180g

Life cycle analysis score: 86
Sum of bonuses and maluses: -20

Final score: 66/100

→ Learn more about the Eco-Score

Carbon footprint

Equal to driving 0.8 km in a petrol car

147 g CO² per 100g of product

The carbon emission figure comes from ADEME's Agribalyse database, for the category: Soybean and wheat-based nuggets (vegan) (Source: ADEME Agribalyse Database)

Stage	Impact
Agriculture	24.8 %
Processing	42.2 %
Packaging	12.6 %
Transportation	12.3 %
Distribution	2.2 %
Consumption	5.9 %

Packaging

Packaging with a high impact

Packaging parts

Sleeve
Tray
Film

Packaging materials

Material	%	Packaging weight	Packaging weight per 100 g of product

Crispy No-Chicken Nuggets - Recycling instructions and/or packaging information

Transportation

Origins of ingredients
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Crispy No-Chicken Nuggets - Plant Chef - 180g