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Sabrett Bun Sized Beef Franks
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Sabrett Bun Sized Beef Franks

Sabrett
14 oz
Available at Foodtown
150
Calories
6g
Protein
380mg
Sodium
23
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Sabrett Bun Sized Beef Franks are a familiar refrigerated staple in the packaged meats aisle, usually displayed near other hot dogs, sausages, packaged buns, and grilling supplies like condiments and charcoal. The 14 oz plastic-wrapped pack carries the blue-and-yellow Sabrett heritage look that evokes New York street-cart tradition, positioning the product as an accessible, classic all-beef frank for families and casual entertainers. It’s commonly bought for backyard cookouts, game-day spreads, quick weeknight dinners, or road-trip coolers — anytime someone wants an easy, speedy protein that pairs with buns and familiar toppings. The label leans on tradition more than wellness messaging: prominent brand and product names, no organic certification, and few health-halo claims beyond basic ingredient listing; it does not market itself as “natural” or low-sodium. In plain processing context, these are processed meat franks made from beef plus added water, preservatives, humectants, and flavorings to stabilize color, taste, and shelf life. Sensory notes: when cooked they offer a smooth, snappy skin and a juicy, mildly smoky, savory interior seasoned with paprika, garlic powder and hickory smoke flavor; texture is uniform and emulsified rather than coarse-cut. Packaging is typical flexible plastic film or vacuum-style pack sized for bun-serving rituals; preparation rituals often include boiling, steaming, or grilling, then piling into a bun with mustard, onions, sauerkraut or relish. Overall the product reads as convenient, comforting, and tied to casual American meal rituals rather than gourmet or health-focused eating.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 serving
Servings per Container: 8
Calories150
% Daily Value*
Total Fat14g18%
Saturated Fat5g25%
Cholesterol25mg8%
Sodium380mg17%
Total Carbohydrate0g0%
Protein6g
* 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,, Salt,, Contains, Less, than, 2%:, Sorbitol,, Flavoring,, Potassium, Lactate,, Paprika,, Garlic, Powder,, Hickory, Smoke, Flavor,, Sodium, Diacetate,, Sodium, Erythorbate,, Sodium, Nitrite..

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?

The ingredient list includes refined meat formulations plus additives (sorbitol, flavorings), preservatives (sodium nitrite, sodium erythorbate, potassium lactate) and other industrial ingredients consistent with ultra-processed foods, placing it in NOVA group 4.

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Common Questions about Sabrett Bun Sized Beef Franks

The healthiness of Sabrett beef franks really depends on your dietary goals and context. With 150 calories and 6 grams of protein per frank, they can fit into a balanced meal or snack, especially if you’re craving something savory. Just keep in mind they do have some sodium and fat, so moderation is key!

Perfect For

game-day-prep
weekend-brunch
road-trip

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