Comparison

Sambal oelek vs Buldak Hot Chicken Flavor Sauce

Overall, Sambal oelek has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 8 of our comparison points versus 1.

Nutrition per 100 g

NutrientSambal oelekBuldak Hot Chicken Flavor Sa...
Nutri-Score d e
NOVA group 3 4
Calories 43 kcal 167 kcal
Fat 1.5 g 6.7 g
Saturated fat 0.3 g 1.7 g
Sugars 3.2 g 16.7 g
Salt 12.3 g 4.4 g
Fiber — 0 g
Protein 1.7 g 0 g
Additives26
AllergensNone listedGluten, Soybeans

Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).

Key differences

  • Sambal oelek has 74% fewer calories (43 kcal vs 167 kcal).
  • Sambal oelek has 78% less fat (1.5 g vs 6.7 g).
  • Sambal oelek has 82% less saturated fat (0.3 g vs 1.7 g).
  • Sambal oelek has 81% less sugar (3.2 g vs 16.7 g).
  • Buldak Hot Chicken Flavor Sauce has 64% less salt (4.4 g vs 12.3 g).
  • Sambal oelek has 100% more protein (1.7 g vs 0 g).
  • Sambal oelek has the better Nutri-Score.
  • Sambal oelek is less processed (lower NOVA group).
  • Only Buldak Hot Chicken Flavor Sauce lists: Gluten, Soybeans.

Ingredients

Sambal oelek

NL SAMBAL DELEK - 86% chilipepers, zout voedingszuur (E260), conserveermiddel (E202 FR SAMBAL OELEK - 86 % piments, sel, acidifiant (E260), conservateur (E202).

Buldak Hot Chicken Flavor Sauce

Water, high fructose corn syrup, sugar, soybean oil, yeast extract powder, onion, corn syrup, hydrolyzed soy protein, spices, modified tapioca starch, soy sauce (water, soybean, wheat), artificial chicken flavor, capsicum oleoresin, paprika color, wheat starch, disodium inosinate, disodium guanylate, citric acid, monosodium glutamate, rice flour, gluconic acid, lactococcus powder, silicon dioxide, palm oil, coconut oil, xanthan gum, green tea extract.

FAQ

Which is healthier: Sambal oelek or Buldak Hot Chicken Flavor Sauce?

Overall, Sambal oelek 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?

Sambal oelek has fewer calories: 43 kcal versus 167 kcal per 100 g.

Which has less sugar?

Sambal oelek has less sugar: 3.2 g versus 16.7 g per 100 g.

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