King Prawn Cocktail vs Prawn Cocktail
Overall, King Prawn Cocktail has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 3 of our comparison points versus 1.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | King Prawn Cocktail | Prawn Cocktail |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | d | d |
| NOVA group | 3 | 4 |
| Calories | 332 kcal | 330 kcal |
| Fat | 31.7 g | 31 g |
| Saturated fat | 4 g | 2.3 g |
| Sugars | 2.3 g | 2.9 g |
| Salt | 1.5 g | 1.9 g |
| Protein | 7.5 g | 8.3 g |
| Additives | 0 | 2 |
| Allergens | Crustaceans, Eggs, Milk, Mustard | Crustaceans, Eggs, Gluten, Mustard |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Prawn Cocktail has 43% less saturated fat (2.3 g vs 4 g).
- King Prawn Cocktail has 21% less sugar (2.3 g vs 2.9 g).
- King Prawn Cocktail has 23% less salt (1.5 g vs 1.9 g).
- King Prawn Cocktail is less processed (lower NOVA group).
- Only King Prawn Cocktail lists: Milk.
- Only Prawn Cocktail lists: Gluten.
Ingredients
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.
Prawn Cocktail
Cooked Prawns (Crustaceans) (50%) [Water, Preservatives: Lactic Acid, Acetic Acid; Salt], Mayonnaise (40%) [Rapeseed Oil, Free Range Egg Yolk, Water, Spirit Vinegar, Salt, Sugar, Mustard, Lemon Oil], Tomato Ketchup [Tomatoes, Sugar, Spirit Vinegar, Modified Maize Starch, Salt, Barley Malt Vinegar, Spices Extract], Brandy, Black Pepper. ALLERGY ADVICE For allergens, including cereals containing gluten, see ingredients in bold.
FAQ
Which is healthier: King Prawn Cocktail or 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?
Prawn Cocktail has fewer calories: 330 kcal versus 332 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
King Prawn Cocktail has less sugar: 2.3 g versus 2.9 g per 100 g.