King Prawns vs King Prawn Cocktail
Overall, King Prawns has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 7 of our comparison points versus 0.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | King Prawns | King Prawn Cocktail |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | c | d |
| NOVA group | — | 3 |
| Calories | 232 kcal | 332 kcal |
| Fat | 19.4 g | 31.7 g |
| Saturated fat | 2 g | 4 g |
| Sugars | 1.3 g | 2.3 g |
| Salt | 1.2 g | 1.5 g |
| Protein | 12.6 g | 7.5 g |
| Additives | 0 | 0 |
| Allergens | Crustaceans, Milk | Crustaceans, Eggs, Milk, Mustard |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- King Prawns has 30% fewer calories (232 kcal vs 332 kcal).
- King Prawns has 39% less fat (19.4 g vs 31.7 g).
- King Prawns has 50% less saturated fat (2 g vs 4 g).
- King Prawns has 43% less sugar (1.3 g vs 2.3 g).
- King Prawns has 40% more protein (12.6 g vs 7.5 g).
- King Prawns has the better Nutri-Score.
- Only King Prawn Cocktail lists: Eggs, Mustard.
Ingredients
King Prawns
King Prawns (Crustacean) (62%) - Marie Rose Sauce (36%) (Rapeseed Oil Double Cream (Milk) Pasteurised Egg Yolk Vinegar Sugar-Tomato Purée Salt Brandy Lemon Juice. Cornflour Black Treacle Red Peppers Concentrated Tamarind - Ground Spices (Cayenne Pepper White Pepper Allspice Ginger Paprika Cloves) Dried Onions Dried Garlic) Salt Sugar
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 Prawns or King Prawn Cocktail?
Overall, 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?
King Prawns has fewer calories: 232 kcal versus 332 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
King Prawns has less sugar: 1.3 g versus 2.3 g per 100 g.