Oxo Beef vs Beef Stock Cubes
Overall, Beef Stock Cubes has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 5 of our comparison points versus 2.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Oxo Beef | Beef Stock Cubes |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | — | — |
| NOVA group | 4 | 4 |
| Calories | 265 kcal | 6 kcal |
| Fat | 4.9 g | 0.5 g |
| Saturated fat | 2.4 g | 0.3 g |
| Sugars | 2.2 g | 0.5 g |
| Salt | 30.7 g | 0.9 g |
| Fiber | 4.2 g | 0.5 g |
| Protein | 17.4 g | 0.5 g |
| Additives | 4 | 1 |
| Allergens | Gluten | Celery |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Beef Stock Cubes has 98% fewer calories (6 kcal vs 265 kcal).
- Beef Stock Cubes has 90% less fat (0.5 g vs 4.9 g).
- Beef Stock Cubes has 88% less saturated fat (0.3 g vs 2.4 g).
- Beef Stock Cubes has 77% less sugar (0.5 g vs 2.2 g).
- Beef Stock Cubes has 97% less salt (0.9 g vs 30.7 g).
- Oxo Beef has 88% more fiber (4.2 g vs 0.5 g).
- Oxo Beef has 97% more protein (17.4 g vs 0.5 g).
- Only Oxo Beef lists: Gluten.
- Only Beef Stock Cubes lists: Celery.
Ingredients
Oxo Beef
Wheat Flour (with added Calcium, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin). Salt, Maize Starch, Yeast Extract, Flavour Enhancers (Monosodium Glutamate, Disodium Guanylate), Colour (Ammonia Caramel), Beef Fat (4.5%), Autolysed Yeast Extract, Dried Beef Bonestock, Flavourings, Sugar, Acidity Regulator (Lactic Acid), Onion Powder.
Beef Stock Cubes
Salt, vegetable fats (palm, shea, sal), starch, flavourings, sugar, yeast extract, beef fat (3%) [beef fat, antioxidant (extracts of rosemary)], beef stock powder (2%), caramel syrup, onion powder, maltodextrin, parsley, carrots, spices (parsley root powder, _celery_ seeds).
FAQ
Which is healthier: Oxo Beef or Beef Stock Cubes?
Overall, Beef Stock Cubes 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?
Beef Stock Cubes has fewer calories: 6 kcal versus 265 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Beef Stock Cubes has less sugar: 0.5 g versus 2.2 g per 100 g.