Garlic paste vs Gochujang
Neither product is clearly better overall — it depends on what matters most to you.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Garlic paste | Gochujang |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | d | e |
| NOVA group | 4 | 4 |
| Calories | 313 kcal | 223 kcal |
| Fat | 27 g | 1.5 g |
| Saturated fat | 3 g | 0.3 g |
| Sugars | 12 g | 23 g |
| Salt | 2.6 g | 6.8 g |
| Fiber | 5.2 g | — |
| Protein | 1.8 g | 6 g |
| Additives | 2 | 0 |
| Allergens | None listed | Gluten, Mustard, Soybeans |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Gochujang has 29% fewer calories (223 kcal vs 313 kcal).
- Gochujang has 94% less fat (1.5 g vs 27 g).
- Gochujang has 90% less saturated fat (0.3 g vs 3 g).
- Garlic paste has 48% less sugar (12 g vs 23 g).
- Garlic paste has 62% less salt (2.6 g vs 6.8 g).
- Gochujang has 70% more protein (6 g vs 1.8 g).
- Garlic paste has the better Nutri-Score.
- Only Gochujang lists: Gluten, Mustard, Soybeans.
Ingredients
Garlic paste
Vitlök (67%), solrosolja, salt, extra virgin olivolja, citronjuicekoncentrat, stabiliseringsmedel (xantangummi, guargummi).
Gochujang
WHEAT FLOUR, CORN SYRUP, SEASONING MIX (CHILLI POWDER 6,12%, WATER, SALT, GARLIC, ONION 0,31%), WATER, SALT, CHILLI POWDER 3,88%, ALCOHOL, HYDROLYSED WHEAT PROTEIN, GLUTEN. THIS PRODUCT MAY CONTAIN TRACES OF THE FOLLOWING ALLERGENS: BARLEY, SOYBEANS AND MUSTARD.
FAQ
Which is healthier: Garlic paste or Gochujang?
Neither product is clearly better overall — it depends on what matters most to you. 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?
Gochujang has fewer calories: 223 kcal versus 313 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Garlic paste has less sugar: 12 g versus 23 g per 100 g.