Frankfurters vs Frankfurt original
Overall, Frankfurt original has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 6 of our comparison points versus 1.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Frankfurters | Frankfurt original |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | e | d |
| NOVA group | 4 | 4 |
| Calories | 280 kcal | 198 kcal |
| Fat | 25.1 g | 15 g |
| Saturated fat | 11.1 g | 5 g |
| Sugars | 1.1 g | 1.3 g |
| Salt | 1.7 g | 2 g |
| Fiber | 1.4 g | — |
| Protein | 11.1 g | 13 g |
| Additives | 3 | 4 |
| Allergens | Pork | None listed |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Frankfurt original has 29% fewer calories (198 kcal vs 280 kcal).
- Frankfurt original has 40% less fat (15 g vs 25.1 g).
- Frankfurt original has 55% less saturated fat (5 g vs 11.1 g).
- Frankfurters has 16% less salt (1.7 g vs 2 g).
- Frankfurt original has 14% more protein (13 g vs 11.1 g).
- Frankfurt original has the better Nutri-Score.
- Only Frankfurters lists: Pork.
Ingredients
Frankfurters
pork 75%, water, bacon, nitrite curing salt (salt, preservative (sodium nitrite)), spices, dextrose, spice extracts, stabiliser (diphosphates), antioxidant (ascorbic acid),
Frankfurt original
Carne de pollo 70%, agua, grasa de cerdo 2%, dextrosa, sal, E466, E451, especias, aromas, E316, aroma de humo, E250, Recubrimiento: colágeno
FAQ
Which is healthier: Frankfurters or Frankfurt original?
Overall, Frankfurt original 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?
Frankfurt original has fewer calories: 198 kcal versus 280 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Frankfurters has less sugar: 1.1 g versus 1.3 g per 100 g.