HOISIN SAUCE

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HOISIN SAUCE

LEE KUM KEE · 8.5 oz

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Nutri-ScoreNot enough data to compute
4
NOVA groupUltra-processed food
240
kcalPer 100 g / 100 ml
Low fatHigh sugarHigh salt
Barcode
0078895700015
Serving size
1 portion (25 g)
Sold in
Mexico, New Zealand, United States

At a glance

HOISIN SAUCE (LEE KUM KEE) is a product in the category “Hoisin sauces”. It provides 240 kcal (795 kJ) per 100 g. One serving of 1 portion (25 g) contains about 60 kcal, or 3% of an adult's daily energy reference intake. It contains 14% less sugar than the median product in its category. It contains 18% more salt than the median product in its category. Its ingredient list contains 3 additives: E129 - Allura red, E150c - Ammonia caramel, and E260 - Acetic acid. It is sold in Mexico, New Zealand, and United States.

Nutrition facts

Nutrition facts Per 100 g / 100 ml % RI* Per serving (1 portion (25 g))
Energy 795 kJ / 240 kcal 12% 199 kJ / 60 kcal
Fat 2 g 3% 0.5 g
Carbohydrates 41 g 16% 10 g
Sugars 37 g 41% 9.2 g
Added sugars 36 g 9 g
Protein 1.6 g 3% 0.4 g
Salt 5.1 g 85% 1.3 g
Fruits, vegetables & legumes 13 %

*Reference intake of an average adult (8400 kJ / 2000 kcal).

Compared with similar products

Median values of 50 products in the category “Hoisin sauces”.

Energy +8%
This product: 240 kcal Category median: 222.8 kcal
Sugars -14%
This product: 36.8 g Category median: 42.8 g
Fat +33%
This product: 2 g Category median: 1.5 g
Salt +18%
This product: 5.1 g Category median: 4.4 g
Protein -11%
This product: 1.6 g Category median: 1.8 g

Ingredients

Sugar, water, fermented soybean paste (water, salt, soybeans, wheat flour), salt, sweet potato powder, caramel color, modified corn starch, sesame paste, dehydrated garlic, spices, salted chili peppers (chili peppers, salt), acetic acid, red 40.

Allergens

GlutenSoybeans

Additives

Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in HOISIN SAUCE?

HOISIN SAUCE contains 240 kcal per 100 g, which is about 60 kcal per serving of 1 portion (25 g).

Is HOISIN SAUCE vegan?

It is unclear: some ingredients of HOISIN SAUCE can be of plant or animal origin. Check the package or contact the manufacturer.

Does HOISIN SAUCE contain palm oil?

No palm oil was detected in the ingredient list of HOISIN SAUCE.

Which additives does HOISIN SAUCE contain?

HOISIN SAUCE contains E129 - Allura red, E150c - Ammonia caramel, and E260 - Acetic acid.

Which allergens are in HOISIN SAUCE?

According to Open Food Facts, the label of HOISIN SAUCE lists these allergens: Gluten and Soybeans. Always check the package.

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