Comparison

King Prawn Cocktail vs King Prawn Cocktail

Overall, King Prawn Cocktail has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 4 of our comparison points versus 3.

Nutrition per 100 g

NutrientKing Prawn CocktailKing Prawn Cocktail
Nutri-Score d d
NOVA group 4 3
Calories 293 kcal 332 kcal
Fat 27.2 g 31.7 g
Saturated fat 2.2 g 4 g
Sugars 2.7 g 2.3 g
Salt 2 g 1.5 g
Fiber 0.8 g —
Protein 8.4 g 7.5 g
Additives50
AllergensCrustaceans, Eggs, Gluten, MustardCrustaceans, Eggs, Milk, Mustard

Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).

Key differences

  • King Prawn Cocktail has 12% fewer calories (293 kcal vs 332 kcal).
  • King Prawn Cocktail has 14% less fat (27.2 g vs 31.7 g).
  • King Prawn Cocktail has 45% less saturated fat (2.2 g vs 4 g).
  • King Prawn Cocktail has 15% less sugar (2.3 g vs 2.7 g).
  • King Prawn Cocktail has 25% less salt (1.5 g vs 2 g).
  • King Prawn Cocktail has 11% more protein (8.4 g vs 7.5 g).
  • King Prawn Cocktail is less processed (lower NOVA group).
  • Only King Prawn Cocktail lists: Gluten.
  • Only King Prawn Cocktail lists: Milk.

Ingredients

King Prawn Cocktail

COOKED KING PRAWNS (54%) (KING PRAWN (Penaeus vannamei)) (98%) (Crustacean), Acidity Regulators: Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate; Preservatives: Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate; Salt), Mayonnaise (Rapeseed Oil, Pasteurised Egg, Salt, Spirit Vinegar, Sugar, Water, Flavouring (contains Mustard), Lemon Oil, Preservative: Calcium Disodium EDTA), Tomato Ketchup (Tomatoes, Sugar, Spirit Vinegar, Barley Malt Vinegar, Modified Maize Starch, Salt, Spice Extracts), Brandy, Black Pepper. ALLERGY ADVICE: For allergens, see ingredients in bold. May also contain nuts, sesame, fish and molluscs. WARNING: Although every effort has been made to remove shell, some small fragments may remain. CAUTION: Contains alcohol. No artificial colours.

King Prawn Cocktail

Cooked and peeted king prawns in a rich seafood sauce with double cream and brandy Ingredients 50% King Prawns (98% King Prawns (Crustacean), Salt), 50% Seafood Sauce (Rapeseed Oil, 8% Double Cream (Milk), Pasteurised Salted Free Range Egg Yolk [Free Range Egg Yolk, Salt], Water, Sugar, Spirit Vinegar, 1.5% Brandy, Tomato Paste, Salt, Concentrated Lemon Juice, Mustard Flour, Worcester Sauce [Water, Sugar, Spirit Vinegar, Molasses, Onion Purée, Salt, Tamarind Paste, Cloves, Ginger Purée, Garlic Purée], Cornflour, White Pepper). Allergy Advice For allergens, see ingredients in bold.

FAQ

Which is healthier: King Prawn Cocktail or King Prawn Cocktail?

Overall, King Prawn Cocktail 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?

King Prawn Cocktail has fewer calories: 293 kcal versus 332 kcal per 100 g.

Which has less sugar?

King Prawn Cocktail has less sugar: 2.3 g versus 2.7 g per 100 g.

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