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Chorizo
Chorizo by Gaul provides 498 kcal per 100 g, with 2.5 g of sugars and 18 g of protein. That is 68% more sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is E and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Chorizo category and comes in a 200 g pack.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Category avg |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 498 kcal | 406 +23% |
| Total fat | 46 g | 33.9 +36% |
| Saturated fat | 18 g | 13.1 +38% |
| Carbohydrates | 3 g | 2.8 +6% |
| Total sugars | 2.5 g | 1.5 +68% |
| Added sugars | 2.5 g | 1.5 +69% |
| Protein | 18 g | 22.5 −20% |
| Salt | 3.6 g | 3.4 +5% |
*% Daily Value for 100 g, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 1583 Chorizo products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other chorizo
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Viande et gras de porc, piment rouge de Murcie selt lactose, plantes aromatiques, piment de Cayenne, sucre, dextrose, conservateurs : ascorbate de sodium, nitrate de potassium et nitrite de sodium, ferments. Boyau naturel de porc. 125 g de viande utilisés pour la préparation de 100 g de produit fini.
Additives 3
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 200 g
- Labels & certifications
- Green Dot
- Sold in
- France
- Barcode
- 3449865257315
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Chorizo?
Chorizo contains 498 kcal per 100 g.
How much sugar is in Chorizo?
Chorizo has 2.5 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered low by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Chorizo healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of E (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Is Chorizo vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated March 13, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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