King Prawns vs 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 | Prawn Cocktail |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | c | d |
| NOVA group | — | 4 |
| Calories | 232 kcal | 330 kcal |
| Fat | 19.4 g | 31 g |
| Saturated fat | 2 g | 2.3 g |
| Sugars | 1.3 g | 2.9 g |
| Salt | 1.2 g | 1.9 g |
| Protein | 12.6 g | 8.3 g |
| Additives | 0 | 2 |
| Allergens | Crustaceans, Milk | Crustaceans, Eggs, Gluten, 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 330 kcal).
- King Prawns has 37% less fat (19.4 g vs 31 g).
- King Prawns has 55% less sugar (1.3 g vs 2.9 g).
- King Prawns has 38% less salt (1.2 g vs 1.9 g).
- King Prawns has 34% more protein (12.6 g vs 8.3 g).
- King Prawns has the better Nutri-Score.
- Only King Prawns lists: Milk.
- Only Prawn Cocktail lists: Eggs, Gluten, 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
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 Prawns or 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 330 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
King Prawns has less sugar: 1.3 g versus 2.9 g per 100 g.