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Hebrew National Beef Knockwurst, Beef Sausage, 12 oz., 4 Count Pack
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Hebrew National Beef Knockwurst, Beef Sausage, 12 oz., 4 Count Pack

Hebrew National
12 oz
Available at Foodtown
260
Calories
10g
Protein
830mg
Sodium
25
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Hebrew National Beef Knockwurst is a 12-ounce, four-count pack of fully cooked kosher beef sausages that sit in the refrigerated meat or prepared sausages aisle — often near hot dogs, bratwurst, other smoked and pre-cooked sausages, and the kosher deli section. Shoppers pull it for backyard barbecues, quick weeknight dinners, or when building a simple picnic or tailgate spread. The brand trades on old-world European sausage tradition and a storied American kosher heritage; its marketing leans into trust, quality cuts of beef, and family-friendly reliability, appealing to consumers seeking convenience without abandoning perceived premium standards. On-pack calls such as “gluten free” and “made without artificial flavors, colors, fillers or by-products,” and the kosher certification create a wholesome, clean-label halo, even though the ingredient list contains curing agents and flavoring additives; there is no organic claim and no child-focused cartooning. In plain terms this is a highly processed, ready-to-heat product made from beef plus small amounts of salts, flavorings, hydrolyzed soy protein and curing agents. Sensory notes: each link is plump with a snappy casing, a juicy, dense interior and savory, slightly smoky and garlicky seasonings (paprika and spice), delivered in shrink-wrapped or sealed plastic packaging that emphasizes convenience. Rituals around use include quick grilling, skillet browning or microwaving, then sliding into buns with mustard or sauerkraut, serving alongside German-style potato sides, or chopping into stews and breakfast hashes. It’s positioned as a quick, satisfying protein with familiar, comforting flavors.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1
Servings per Container: 4
Calories260
% Daily Value*
Total Fat23g29%
Saturated Fat9g45%
Trans Fat1g
Cholesterol50mg17%
Sodium830mg36%
Total Carbohydrate3g1%
Protein10g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

Beef,, Water,, Contains, 2%, or, less, of:, Salt,, Spice,, Sodium, Lactate,, Paprika,, Hydrolyzed, Soy, Protein,, Garlic, Powder,, Sodium, Diacetate,, Sodium, Erythorbate,, Flavoring,, Sodium, Nitrite._x000D_ _x000D_ CONTAINS:, SOY..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Sodium Nitrite - Synthetic preservative
No Preservative

Dietary Labels

This product is not vegan, is gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

This product is ultraprocessed (NOVA 4) because it is a ready-to-eat, industrially formulated meat product containing added salts, curing agents (sodium nitrite), flavorings and hydrolyzed proteins rather than being a minimally processed whole food.

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Common Questions about Hebrew National Beef Knockwurst, Beef Sausage, 12 oz., 4 Count Pack

Whether the Knockwurst is 'healthy' can depend on your personal dietary needs and preferences. With 10 grams of protein per serving and no added sugars, it can fit well into a balanced diet, especially if you're looking for a quick protein boost. Just be mindful of the sodium content at 830 mg per serving, which is something to consider if you're watching your salt intake.

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