Hoisin Sauce

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Hoisin Sauce

Lee Kum Kee · 397g

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Nutri-ScoreBad nutritional quality
4
NOVA groupUltra-processed food
227
kcalPer 100 g / 100 ml
Low fatLow saturated fatHigh sugarHigh salt
Barcode
0078895700022
Serving size
100 g
Sold in
France, Germany, Switzerland, United Kingdom, United States

At a glance

Hoisin Sauce (Lee Kum Kee) is a product in the category “Hoisin sauces”. It provides 227 kcal (990 kJ) per 100 g. One serving of 100 g contains about 227 kcal, or 11% of an adult's daily energy reference intake. It contains 54% less sugar than the median product in its category. It contains 35% less saturated fat than the median product in its category. It contains 38% less salt than the median product in its category. Its ingredient list contains 3 additives: E129 - Allura red, E1422 - Acetylated distarch adipate, and E150a - Plain caramel. It is sold in France, Germany, Switzerland, United Kingdom, and United States.

Nutrition facts

Nutrition facts Per 100 g / 100 ml % RI* Per serving (100 g)
Energy 990 kJ / 227 kcal 11% 990 kJ / 227 kcal
Fat 2 g 3% 2 g
Saturated fat 0.13 g 1% 0.13 g
Carbohydrates 52 g 20% 52 g
Sugars 20 g 22% 20 g
Added sugars 54 g 54 g
Polyols 0.06 g 0.06 g
Starch 2.8 g 2.8 g
Fibre 1.8 g 7% 1.8 g
Protein 1.6 g 3% 1.6 g
Salt 2.7 g 45% 2.7 g
Cholesterol 0 mg 0 mg
Alcohol < 0.01 % vol
Vitamin A 0 µg 0 µg
Vitamin D < 0.01 µg < 0.01 µg
Vitamin E 0.11 mg 0.11 mg
Vitamin C 2.3 mg 2.3 mg
Vitamin B12 0 µg 0 µg
Calcium 43 mg 43 mg
Iron 0.36 mg 0.36 mg
Magnesium 36 mg 36 mg
Potassium 230 mg 230 mg
Zinc 0.45 mg 0.45 mg
Fruits, vegetables & legumes 14 %

*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 +2%
This product: 227 kcal Category median: 222.8 kcal
Sugars -54%
This product: 19.7 g Category median: 42.8 g
Fat +33%
This product: 2 g Category median: 1.5 g
Saturated fat -35%
This product: 0.1 g Category median: 0.2 g
Salt -38%
This product: 2.7 g Category median: 4.4 g
Protein -11%
This product: 1.6 g Category median: 1.8 g
Fibre +246%
This product: 1.8 g Category median: 0.5 g

Ingredients

Sugar, Water, Fermented Soybean Paste (Water, Salt, Soybeans, Corn Starch), Salt, Colours (150a, 129), Modified Corn Starch (1422), Rice Vinegar, Sweet Potato Powder, Sesame Paste, Dehydrated Garlic, Spices, Salted Chili Peppers (Chili Peppers, Salt)

Allergens

GlutenSesame seedsSoybeans

Additives

Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Hoisin Sauce?

Hoisin Sauce contains 227 kcal per 100 g, which is about 227 kcal per serving of 100 g.

Is Hoisin Sauce vegan?

Yes. Based on its ingredient list, Hoisin Sauce does not contain animal-derived ingredients.

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, E1422 - Acetylated distarch adipate, and E150a - Plain caramel.

Which allergens are in Hoisin Sauce?

According to Open Food Facts, the label of Hoisin Sauce lists these allergens: Gluten, Sesame seeds, and Soybeans. Always check the package.

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