Chow mein stir fry sauce vs Gochujang Paste
Overall, Chow mein stir fry sauce 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 | Chow mein stir fry sauce | Gochujang Paste |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | b | e |
| NOVA group | 3 | 3 |
| Calories | 59 kcal | 91 kcal |
| Fat | 1.6 g | 1.6 g |
| Saturated fat | 0.1 g | 0.3 g |
| Sugars | 5.2 g | 10 g |
| Salt | 0 g | 3.6 g |
| Fiber | 0.5 g | 1.9 g |
| Protein | 1.2 g | 3.1 g |
| Additives | 0 | 1 |
| Allergens | Soybeans | Gluten, Soybeans |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Chow mein stir fry sauce has 35% fewer calories (59 kcal vs 91 kcal).
- Chow mein stir fry sauce has 48% less sugar (5.2 g vs 10 g).
- Chow mein stir fry sauce has no salt, while Gochujang Paste has 3.6 g.
- Gochujang Paste has 75% more fiber (1.9 g vs 0.5 g).
- Gochujang Paste has 61% more protein (3.1 g vs 1.2 g).
- Chow mein stir fry sauce has the better Nutri-Score.
- Only Gochujang Paste lists: Gluten.
Ingredients
Chow mein stir fry sauce
Water, Tamari Soy Sauce (8%) (Water, Soya Bean, Salt, Spirit Vinegar), Ginger Purée (7%), Sugar Garlic Puree, Rice Vinegar Corallour. Ginger, Garlic, Rapese Caramelised Sugar Syred Chilli, Yellow Soya Bean, Spiritingar. Chinese Five Spice (Cinnan Powder, Fennel Powder, Ginger Powder, Star Anise, Clove Powder). Salt, Soya Bean, Alcohol. Allergy Advice For allergens, see Ingredients in bold. Prepared to a vegan recipe. not suitable for milk and egg allergy sufferers because the ergens are present ment. Pack contains 2 s *Reference intake d (8400kJ/
Gochujang Paste
Water Fermented Yellow Beans (20%) [Soya Bean, Water, Salt, Wheat Flour], Rice Vinegar, Sugar, Dark Soy Sauce (6%) Water, Salt, Molasses, Malt Vinegar (Barley), Soya Bean. Barley Malt Extract, Wheat Flour], Onion Purée. Cornflour & Garlic Purée, Cayenne Pepper, Dried Red Pepper (2%) Concentrated Lemon Juice, Habanero Chilli Pepper. Salt Preservative (Acetic Acid). Wheat Flour contains: Wheat Flour. Calcium Carbonate, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin, Allergy ingredients in bold. Suitable for vegans.
FAQ
Which is healthier: Chow mein stir fry sauce or Gochujang Paste?
Overall, Chow mein stir fry sauce 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?
Chow mein stir fry sauce has fewer calories: 59 kcal versus 91 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Chow mein stir fry sauce has less sugar: 5.2 g versus 10 g per 100 g.