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Hebrew National Midget Beef Salami
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Hebrew National Midget Beef Salami

Hebrew National
12 oz
Available at Foodtown
160
Calories
8g
Protein
500mg
Sodium
25
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Hebrew National Midget Beef Salami is a refrigerated deli meat found in the grocery store's refrigerated deli and cold-cuts aisle, often shelved beside other sliced salamis, hams, packaged lunch meats and nearby specialty kosher products and cheeses. This 12 oz vacuum-style plastic pack presents thin, ready-to-eat slices aimed at quick sandwiches, charcuterie boards, picnics and afternoon snacks. It is positioned as a premium, kosher-branded deli option with clear cultural ties to Jewish-American deli traditions; marketing leans on heritage, strict kosher standards, and familiar deli flavors to appeal to shoppers seeking trusted branded lunchtime proteins. Label claims create a health halo with statements like 100% kosher beef, no by-products, no artificial colors or flavors, and keto-friendly carbohydrate numbers, while also carrying soy allergen disclosure and no organic certification. In plain processing terms, the product is a cured, fully cooked and pre-sliced processed meat made with added curing agents, flavorings and preservatives. Sensory cues include a firm, slightly springy slice body with a glossy, lightly oily surface, a savory salty profile with smoky and paprika notes, and a compact meat bite that is easy to fold onto bread. Packaging is practical for fridge storage and often resealable or single-use—consumers commonly reach for it when assembling a quick sandwich, building a casual charcuterie board for guests, or packing a portable snack. The ritual is simple and immediate: open, slice (or pull), layer and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 2.0 oz
Servings per Container: 6
Calories160
% Daily Value*
Total Fat14g18%
Saturated Fat6g30%
Cholesterol35mg12%
Sodium500mg22%
Total Carbohydrate0g0%
Protein8g
* 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:, Sodium, Lactate,, Salt,, Hydrolyzed, Soy, Protein,, Spices,, Sodium, Diacetate,, Natural, Flavorings,, Sodium, Erythorbate,, Sodium, Nitrite,, Paprika., CONTAINS:, SOY..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Sodium Erythorbate - Synthetic preservative
  • 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 is an ultra-processed product: it is a cured, fully cooked sliced meat containing multiple industrial additives and preservatives (nitrites, erythorbate, sodium lactate), flavorings and hydrolyzed proteins typical of NOVA group 4.

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Common Questions about Hebrew National Midget Beef Salami

Well, that depends on your definition of healthy! It has 160 calories and 8 grams of protein per serving, which can fit into many diets. However, it also has 500 mg of sodium, so if you're watching your salt intake, you might want to enjoy it in moderation.

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