Hot Pepper vs Reduced Sugar Sweet Chilli Sauce
Overall, Hot Pepper has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 7 of our comparison points versus 1.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Hot Pepper | Reduced Sugar Sweet Chilli S... |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | d | e |
| NOVA group | 3 | 4 |
| Calories | 40 kcal | 155 kcal |
| Fat | 1 g | 0.5 g |
| Saturated fat | 0.2 g | 0.1 g |
| Sugars | 2.9 g | 35 g |
| Salt | 2.6 g | 3.3 g |
| Fiber | 0.9 g | 0.7 g |
| Protein | 2.2 g | 0.5 g |
| Additives | 0 | 3 |
| Allergens | None listed | None listed |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Hot Pepper has 74% fewer calories (40 kcal vs 155 kcal).
- Reduced Sugar Sweet Chilli Sauce has 50% less fat (0.5 g vs 1 g).
- Hot Pepper has 92% less sugar (2.9 g vs 35 g).
- Hot Pepper has 21% less salt (2.6 g vs 3.3 g).
- Hot Pepper has 77% more protein (2.2 g vs 0.5 g).
- Hot Pepper has the better Nutri-Score.
- Hot Pepper is less processed (lower NOVA group).
Ingredients
Hot Pepper
Piment rouge (52%) vinaigre d'alcool, sel marin
Reduced Sugar Sweet Chilli Sauce
Water, Red Chillies (20%), Glucose-Fructose Syrup, Sugar, Minced Garlic (6%), Pickled Garlic (5%) [Garlic, Water, Salt, Acid (Acetic Acid)], Thickener (Modified Tapioca Starch), Acid (Acetic Acid), Salt, Sweetener (Sucralose), Colour (Paprika Extract). Allergy Advice: May contain sesame seeds, peanuts and nuts. Suitable for vegetarians and vegans. *Typically contains 35% less sugar than the Blue Dragon Original
FAQ
Which is healthier: Hot Pepper or Reduced Sugar Sweet Chilli Sauce?
Overall, Hot Pepper 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?
Hot Pepper has fewer calories: 40 kcal versus 155 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Hot Pepper has less sugar: 2.9 g versus 35 g per 100 g.