Sichuan Chili Sauce vs Sriracha chilly sauce
Overall, Sriracha chilly sauce 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 | Sichuan Chili Sauce | Sriracha chilly sauce |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | e | e |
| NOVA group | 3 | 4 |
| Calories | 400 kcal | 130 kcal |
| Fat | 30 g | 0.6 g |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0.2 g |
| Sugars | 20 g | 27 g |
| Salt | 10.5 g | 7.8 g |
| Fiber | 0 g | 1.2 g |
| Protein | 0 g | 1.2 g |
| Additives | 0 | 3 |
| Allergens | Gluten, Sesame seeds, Soybeans | None listed |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Sriracha chilly sauce has 68% fewer calories (130 kcal vs 400 kcal).
- Sriracha chilly sauce has 98% less fat (0.6 g vs 30 g).
- Sichuan Chili Sauce has 26% less sugar (20 g vs 27 g).
- Sriracha chilly sauce has 26% less salt (7.8 g vs 10.5 g).
- Sriracha chilly sauce has 100% more fiber (1.2 g vs 0 g).
- Sriracha chilly sauce has 100% more protein (1.2 g vs 0 g).
- Sichuan Chili Sauce is less processed (lower NOVA group).
- Only Sichuan Chili Sauce lists: Gluten, Sesame seeds, Soybeans.
Ingredients
Sichuan Chili Sauce
Non-GMO Soybean Oil, Soy Sauce (Water, Soybeans, Wheat, Salt), Brown Sugar, Garlic, Dried Chili Pepper, Black Vinegar, Sesame Oil, Mushroom Powder, Spices
Sriracha chilly sauce
Piment rouge 55%, sucre, eau, sel, ail 5%, amidon transformé de maïs, correcteur d'acidité: acide acétique, épaississant: gomme xanthane. Traces éventuelles de gluten, arachides, poisson, graines de sésame et de soja.
FAQ
Which is healthier: Sichuan Chili Sauce or Sriracha chilly sauce?
Overall, Sriracha chilly sauce 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?
Sriracha chilly sauce has fewer calories: 130 kcal versus 400 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Sichuan Chili Sauce has less sugar: 20 g versus 27 g per 100 g.