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Gammon shanks
Gammon shanks by Lidl provides 174 kcal per 100 g, with 10 g of sugars and 22 g of protein. That is 882% more sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is D and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Meats category and comes in a 500 g pack.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Category avg |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 174 kcal | 205 −15% |
| Total fat | 4.9 g | 12.9 −62% |
| Saturated fat | 1.7 g | 4.8 −65% |
| Carbohydrates | 10 g | 3.6 +178% |
| Total sugars | 10 g | 1 +882% |
| Added sugars | 16 g | 1.1 +1371% |
| Dietary fiber | 0.7 g | 1 −33% |
| Protein | 22 g | 18.4 +20% |
| Salt | 1.6 g | 1.5 +8% |
*% Daily Value for 100 g, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 3358 Meats products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other meats
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
gammon shank with added water (87% pork, water, salt, antioxidant: sodium ascorbate, preservatives: sodium nitrite, sodium nitrate), 22% maple and balsamic flavoured sauce (sugar, water, 5% maple syrup, apple juice concentrate, maize starch, 3,5% balsamic vinegar of modena igp [wine vinegar, grape must], spirit vinegar, salt, caramelised sugar syrup, flavouring, ginger), the foll outer p best re
Additives 3
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 500 g
- Labels & certifications
- PGI
- Sold in
- United Kingdom
- Barcode
- 4056489558019
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Gammon shanks?
Gammon shanks contains 174 kcal per 100 g.
How much sugar is in Gammon shanks?
Gammon shanks has 10 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered moderate by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Gammon shanks healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of D (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 Gammon shanks vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated March 27, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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