Butter Chicken sauce vs Tikka masala paste
Overall, Tikka masala paste has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 5 of our comparison points versus 2.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Butter Chicken sauce | Tikka masala paste |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | c | c |
| NOVA group | 4 | 3 |
| Calories | 133 kcal | 124 kcal |
| Fat | 9.2 g | 6.2 g |
| Saturated fat | 4.1 g | 2.9 g |
| Sugars | 5.6 g | 8.7 g |
| Salt | 0.7 g | 1.5 g |
| Fiber | 2.3 g | 4.2 g |
| Protein | 1.3 g | 2 g |
| Additives | 3 | 1 |
| Allergens | Milk | None listed |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Tikka masala paste has 32% less fat (6.2 g vs 9.2 g).
- Tikka masala paste has 30% less saturated fat (2.9 g vs 4.1 g).
- Butter Chicken sauce has 35% less sugar (5.6 g vs 8.7 g).
- Butter Chicken sauce has 54% less salt (0.7 g vs 1.5 g).
- Tikka masala paste has 45% more fiber (4.2 g vs 2.3 g).
- Tikka masala paste has 35% more protein (2 g vs 1.3 g).
- Tikka masala paste is less processed (lower NOVA group).
- Only Butter Chicken sauce lists: Milk.
Ingredients
Butter Chicken sauce
Water, ONION (12%), CREAM (11%) (Milk), TOMATO (5%), TOMATO PASTE (4%), BUTTER (3%) (Milk), Rapeseed Oil, Sugar, SPICE CAP SEASONING (3%) (Rice Flour, Paprika Powder, Cumin Powder, Sugar, Coriander Powder, Cardamom Powder, Cinnamon Powder, Anti-caking Agents: Calcium Phosphates, Silicon Dioxide; Fenugreek Powder, Clove Powder, Paprika Extract, Flavouring), Modified Maize Starch, Garlic Purée, Ginger Purée, Salt, Coriander Powder, Ginger Powder, Paprika Powder, Ground Cumin, Acidity Regulators: Lactic Acid, Citric Acid; Dried Fenugreek Leaves, Cinnamon Powder, Ground Black Pepper, Paprika Extract, Ground Cardamom, Smoked Paprika Powder, Chilli Powder.
Tikka masala paste
Tomato purée, water, onion purée, creamed coconut (6%), c purée (5%), ginger purée (4%), ground coriander, sugar, rapeseed oil, papria, maize starch, salt, concentrated onion juice, chilli powder, acidity regulator (citric acid), yeast extract, turmeric, dried fenugreek, onion extract (salt, sunflower oil, onion oil), coriander, toasted onion powder, cassia, ginger, cumin, allspice, cloves, nutmeg, dill, fennel, mace, black pepper
FAQ
Which is healthier: Butter Chicken sauce or Tikka masala paste?
Overall, Tikka masala paste has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. We compare Nutri-Score, processing level and seven nutrients per 100 g. Your own needs (for example low sugar or high protein) may make a different choice better for you.
Which has fewer calories?
Tikka masala paste has fewer calories: 124 kcal versus 133 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Butter Chicken sauce has less sugar: 5.6 g versus 8.7 g per 100 g.