Hoisin Sauce vs Hoisin Dipping Sauce
Overall, Hoisin Dipping Sauce 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 | Hoisin Sauce | Hoisin Dipping Sauce |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | e | e |
| NOVA group | 4 | 4 |
| Calories | 289 kcal | 165 kcal |
| Fat | 0.9 g | 1.3 g |
| Saturated fat | 0.5 g | 0.1 g |
| Sugars | 64.5 g | 33.9 g |
| Salt | 8.9 g | 2.8 g |
| Fiber | 3.2 g | 1.4 g |
| Protein | 1.4 g | 1.5 g |
| Additives | 4 | 1 |
| Allergens | Gluten, Sesame seeds, Soybeans | Celery, Fish, Gluten, Milk, Mustard, Sesame seeds, Soybeans |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Hoisin Dipping Sauce has 43% fewer calories (165 kcal vs 289 kcal).
- Hoisin Sauce has 31% less fat (0.9 g vs 1.3 g).
- Hoisin Dipping Sauce has 80% less saturated fat (0.1 g vs 0.5 g).
- Hoisin Dipping Sauce has 47% less sugar (33.9 g vs 64.5 g).
- Hoisin Dipping Sauce has 68% less salt (2.8 g vs 8.9 g).
- Hoisin Sauce has 56% more fiber (3.2 g vs 1.4 g).
- Only Hoisin Dipping Sauce lists: Celery, Fish, Milk, Mustard.
Ingredients
Hoisin Sauce
Sugar, Water, Fermented Soya Bean (12%) (Water, Soy Bean (Soya), Salt, Wheat Flour), Salt, Modified Corn Starch, Colour: Plain Caramel; Sesame Seeds, Garlic, Five Spice, Acetic Acid, Preservative: Potassium Sorbate; Flavouring, Acidity Regulator: Lactic Acid.
Hoisin Dipping Sauce
Sugar, Water, Fermented Soy Bean Paste (15%) (Water, Fermented Soya Beans, Salt, Wheat Flour, Sugar, Rice Flour), Tomato Paste, Vinegar, Modified Maize Starch, Garlic, Chinese 5 Spice, Sesame Oil, Colour (Ammonia Caramel), Salt, Onion Powder, Chilli Paste (Chilli, Salt).
FAQ
Which is healthier: Hoisin Sauce or Hoisin Dipping Sauce?
Overall, Hoisin Dipping 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?
Hoisin Dipping Sauce has fewer calories: 165 kcal versus 289 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Hoisin Dipping Sauce has less sugar: 33.9 g versus 64.5 g per 100 g.