Gravy granules vs Southern style gravy
Overall, Southern style gravy has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 4 of our comparison points versus 2.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Gravy granules | Southern style gravy |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | — | e |
| NOVA group | 4 | 4 |
| Calories | 505 kcal | 422 kcal |
| Fat | 31.6 g | 15.1 g |
| Saturated fat | 22.1 g | 10.3 g |
| Sugars | 1.6 g | 21.2 g |
| Salt | — | 6 g |
| Fiber | 7.9 g | 2 g |
| Protein | 3.2 g | 5.7 g |
| Additives | 2 | 5 |
| Allergens | Gluten, Soybeans | Gluten |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Southern style gravy has 16% fewer calories (422 kcal vs 505 kcal).
- Southern style gravy has 52% less fat (15.1 g vs 31.6 g).
- Southern style gravy has 53% less saturated fat (10.3 g vs 22.1 g).
- Gravy granules has 93% less sugar (1.6 g vs 21.2 g).
- Gravy granules has 75% more fiber (7.9 g vs 2 g).
- Southern style gravy has 45% more protein (5.7 g vs 3.2 g).
- Only Gravy granules lists: Soybeans.
Ingredients
Gravy granules
Potato Starch, Palm Oil (from sustainable sources), Salt, Wheat Flour (Wheat Flour, Calcium Carbonate, Iron Niacin, Thiamin), Flavouring (contains Soya), Maltodextrin, Colour: Ammonia Caramel; Onion Powder, Ground Sage, Emulsifier: Soya Lecithins. Allergy Advice For allergens, including Cereals containing Gluten, see ingredients in bold. Preparation Instructions Put 4 heaped teaspoons (approx. 20g) of granules into a heatproof measuring jug. Pour in 280ml (½ pint) of boiling water, stirring continuously until all the granules have dissolved. For thicker gravy, simply add more granules. Storage Instructions
Southern style gravy
Potato Starch, Maltodextrin, Palm Fat, Salt, Sugar, Wheat Flour (with added Cabin Iron, Niacin, Thiamin), Onion Powder, Yeast Extract (contains Barley) Flavour Ba Morosodium Glutamate, Disodium 5'-ribonucleotides), Colour (Ammonia Caramel Bus Soya Lecithin), Ground White Pepper, Flavourings, Ground Black Pepper, Smoked Paprika Black Pepper Extract, Rosemary Extract
FAQ
Which is healthier: Gravy granules or Southern style gravy?
Overall, Southern style gravy 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?
Southern style gravy has fewer calories: 422 kcal versus 505 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Gravy granules has less sugar: 1.6 g versus 21.2 g per 100 g.