Real mayonnaise vs Gochujang Korean Hot Chili Paste
Overall, Gochujang Korean Hot Chili Paste has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 6 of our comparison points versus 2.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Real mayonnaise | Gochujang Korean Hot Chili P... |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | e | e |
| NOVA group | 4 | 3 |
| Calories | 725 kcal | 215 kcal |
| Fat | 79 g | 1.8 g |
| Saturated fat | 5.6 g | 0.4 g |
| Sugars | 1.7 g | 21 g |
| Salt | 1.3 g | 6.7 g |
| Fiber | 0 g | 4 g |
| Protein | 0.9 g | 5.7 g |
| Additives | 1 | 1 |
| Allergens | None listed | Gluten |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Gochujang Korean Hot Chili Paste has 70% fewer calories (215 kcal vs 725 kcal).
- Gochujang Korean Hot Chili Paste has 98% less fat (1.8 g vs 79 g).
- Gochujang Korean Hot Chili Paste has 93% less saturated fat (0.4 g vs 5.6 g).
- Real mayonnaise has 92% less sugar (1.7 g vs 21 g).
- Real mayonnaise has 81% less salt (1.3 g vs 6.7 g).
- Gochujang Korean Hot Chili Paste has 100% more fiber (4 g vs 0 g).
- Gochujang Korean Hot Chili Paste has 84% more protein (5.7 g vs 0.9 g).
- Gochujang Korean Hot Chili Paste is less processed (lower NOVA group).
- Only Gochujang Korean Hot Chili Paste lists: Gluten.
Ingredients
Real mayonnaise
Free range egg mayonnaise Ingredients 78% Rapeseed Oil, Water, 6% Free Range Egg, 1.5% Free Range Egg Yolk, Spirit Vinegar, Sugar, Salt, Concentrated Lemon Juice Natural Flavourings (contain Mustard), Thickener: Xanthan Gum Allergy
Gochujang Korean Hot Chili Paste
Wheat Flour, Corn Syrup (from Maize), Seasoning (Red Chilli Pepper Powder (6%), Water, Salt, Garlic, Onion), Water, Salt, Red Chilli Pepper Powder (4%), Ethanol, Hydrolysed Wheat Protein
FAQ
Which is healthier: Real mayonnaise or Gochujang Korean Hot Chili Paste?
Overall, Gochujang Korean Hot Chili Paste 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?
Gochujang Korean Hot Chili Paste has fewer calories: 215 kcal versus 725 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Real mayonnaise has less sugar: 1.7 g versus 21 g per 100 g.