Patak's Chicken Jalfrezi With Rice

The barcode 5000342003849 is associated with "Patak’s Chicken Jalfrezi with Rice"—a frozen ready-to-eat meal from Patak’s Foods, a well-known Indian fast-food brand. Below are the details available based on publicly accessible information:

Product Overview

• Brand: Patak’s Foods (UK-based, part of the Patak’s Group, which also owns Pizza Hut India and other food brands).
• Product Type: Frozen ready meal – Chicken Jalfrezi (a spicy curry dish) served with basmati rice.
• Packaging: Typically sold in a plastic tray with a lid (for microwave reheating) and may include a sauce packet (e.g., garlic or chili sauce).
• Target Market: UK/Europe (commonly found in supermarkets like Tesco, Sainsbury’s, Asda, or online retailers).
• Allergens: Common allergens include wheat (flour in sauce), mustard, celery, and soy. The product may also contain milk derivatives (e.g., in gravy). Always check the full label for updates, as formulations can change.

Nutritional & Ingredient Highlights

(Note: Exact values may vary by batch or region. Below is a general estimate based on similar Patak’s products.)

• Calories: ~500–600 kcal per serving (varies by portion size).
• Protein: ~25–30g (from chicken).
• Carbohydrates: ~50–60g (mostly from rice and sauce).
• Fat: ~15–20g (saturated fat ~5–8g).
• Salt: High (~2–3g per serving), which may be a concern for hypertension or heart health.
• Key Ingredients:
  • Chicken pieces (often breast or thigh).
  • Rice (basmati).
  • Spices: Turmeric, cumin, coriander, chili powder, garlic, ginger.
  • Sauce base: Tomato purée, flour, sugar, salt, and preservatives (e.g., E322 – lecithin as an emulsifier).
  • Additives: May include MSG (E621) for umami flavor (check label).
  • Preservatives: Some Patak’s products use E202 (sodium nitrite) in processed meats (though this product is chicken-based, so less likely; verify label).