Scotch Eggs vs Essential waitrose Scotch eggs
Overall, Scotch Eggs has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 4 of our comparison points versus 1.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Scotch Eggs | Essential waitrose Scotch eg... |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | c | c |
| NOVA group | 4 | 3 |
| Calories | 151 kcal | 239 kcal |
| Fat | 13.8 g | 15.4 g |
| Saturated fat | 4.2 g | 4.7 g |
| Sugars | 0.6 g | 0.5 g |
| Salt | 0 g | 0.7 g |
| Fiber | 1.1 g | 1.3 g |
| Protein | 10.9 g | 11.6 g |
| Additives | 0 | 0 |
| Allergens | Gluten, Pork | Eggs, Gluten, Pork |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Scotch Eggs has 37% fewer calories (151 kcal vs 239 kcal).
- Scotch Eggs has 10% less fat (13.8 g vs 15.4 g).
- Scotch Eggs has 11% less saturated fat (4.2 g vs 4.7 g).
- Scotch Eggs has no salt, while Essential waitrose Scotch eggs has 0.7 g.
- Essential waitrose Scotch eggs is less processed (lower NOVA group).
- Only Essential waitrose Scotch eggs lists: Eggs.
Ingredients
Scotch Eggs
PASTEURISED WHOLE F.GG (37%), PORK (28%), Wheat Flour (W Flour, Calcium Carbonate, Folic Acid, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin), Rapes DE Mater Onion, Potato Starch, Pork Fat, Sage, Salt, Yeast Extat Dextrose, Ground Nutmeg, least, Black Pepper, White Pepper Dried Egg White Powder, Wheat Gluten, Paprika Powder, Turmeric Powder ALLERGY ADVICE:
Essential waitrose Scotch eggs
Free range whole _egg_ (34%), pork (32%), fortified wheat flour (_wheat_ flour, calcium carbonate, iron, niacin, thiamin), water, rapeseed oil, pork fat, onion, salt, black pepper, white pepper, yeast extract, sage, nutmeg, marjoram, yeast, paprika.
FAQ
Which is healthier: Scotch Eggs or Essential waitrose Scotch eggs?
Overall, Scotch Eggs 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?
Scotch Eggs has fewer calories: 151 kcal versus 239 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Essential waitrose Scotch eggs has less sugar: 0.5 g versus 0.6 g per 100 g.