Jumbo king prawns vs Young's Scampi
Overall, Jumbo king prawns has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 8 of our comparison points versus 1.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Jumbo king prawns | Young's Scampi |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | a | c |
| NOVA group | — | 4 |
| Calories | 68 kcal | 214 kcal |
| Fat | 0 g | 8.2 g |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0.7 g |
| Sugars | 0 g | 0.8 g |
| Salt | 1 g | 1.3 g |
| Fiber | 0 g | 1.3 g |
| Protein | 17.1 g | 9.4 g |
| Additives | 0 | 5 |
| Allergens | Crustaceans | Crustaceans, Gluten |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Jumbo king prawns has 68% fewer calories (68 kcal vs 214 kcal).
- Jumbo king prawns has no fat, while Young's Scampi has 8.2 g.
- Jumbo king prawns has no saturated fat, while Young's Scampi has 0.7 g.
- Jumbo king prawns has no sugar, while Young's Scampi has 0.8 g.
- Jumbo king prawns has 26% less salt (1 g vs 1.3 g).
- Young's Scampi has 100% more fiber (1.3 g vs 0 g).
- Jumbo king prawns has 45% more protein (17.1 g vs 9.4 g).
- Jumbo king prawns has the better Nutri-Score.
- Only Young's Scampi lists: Gluten.
Ingredients
Jumbo king prawns
KING PRAWN (Penaeus vannamei) (CRUSTACEAN) (98%), Salt. ALLERGY ADVICE: For allergens, see ingredients in bold. WARNING: Although every effort has been made to remove shell, some small fragments may remain. NUTRITION This pack contains 2 servings Typical values per 100g: Energy 281kJ/
Young's Scampi
Scampi (37%) (_Crustacean_), Wheat Flour (_Wheat Flour, Calcium Carbonate, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin), Rapeseed Oil, Water, Potato Starch, _Wheat_ Starch, Rice Flour, _Wheat_ Gluten, Modified Maize Starch, Yeast, Salt, _Oat_ Fibre, Raising Agents (Diphosphates, Sodium Bicarbonate), Stabilisers (Sodium Carbonate, Sodium Bicarbonate, Citric Acid), Dextrose, Cornflour, White Pepper.
FAQ
Which is healthier: Jumbo king prawns or Young's Scampi?
Overall, Jumbo king prawns 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?
Jumbo king prawns has fewer calories: 68 kcal versus 214 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Jumbo king prawns has less sugar: 0 g versus 0.8 g per 100 g.