Sweet Chilli Stir Fry Sauce vs Chow Mein Stir Fry Sauce
Overall, Sweet Chilli Stir Fry Sauce has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 7 of our comparison points versus 2.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Sweet Chilli Stir Fry Sauce | Chow Mein Stir Fry Sauce |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | c | e |
| NOVA group | 3 | 4 |
| Calories | 76 kcal | 137 kcal |
| Fat | 0 g | 5.2 g |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0.7 g |
| Sugars | 20 g | 17 g |
| Salt | 0.9 g | 2.9 g |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0.2 g |
| Protein | 0 g | 1.7 g |
| Additives | 0 | 3 |
| Allergens | None listed | Gluten, Sesame seeds, Soybeans |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Sweet Chilli Stir Fry Sauce has 44% fewer calories (76 kcal vs 137 kcal).
- Sweet Chilli Stir Fry Sauce has no fat, while Chow Mein Stir Fry Sauce has 5.2 g.
- Sweet Chilli Stir Fry Sauce has no saturated fat, while Chow Mein Stir Fry Sauce has 0.7 g.
- Chow Mein Stir Fry Sauce has 15% less sugar (17 g vs 20 g).
- Sweet Chilli Stir Fry Sauce has 70% less salt (0.9 g vs 2.9 g).
- Chow Mein Stir Fry Sauce has 100% more protein (1.7 g vs 0 g).
- Sweet Chilli Stir Fry Sauce has the better Nutri-Score.
- Sweet Chilli Stir Fry Sauce is less processed (lower NOVA group).
- Only Chow Mein Stir Fry Sauce lists: Gluten, Sesame seeds, Soybeans.
Ingredients
Sweet Chilli Stir Fry Sauce
water, sugar, rice wine vinegar, tomato purée, RED CHILLI (3%), cornflour, onion purée, garlic, garlic purée, ginger, ginger purée, salt.
Chow Mein Stir Fry Sauce
Water, sugar, soy sauce (8%, water, soybeans, salt, wheat flour), garlic, modified starch, sesame oil, sunflower oil, spring onions (1%), ginger (1%), yeast extract, chilli, salt, acidity regulator (acetic acid), colour (plain caramel), flavouring. MAY CONTAIN PEANUTS.
FAQ
Which is healthier: Sweet Chilli Stir Fry Sauce or Chow Mein Stir Fry Sauce?
Overall, Sweet Chilli Stir Fry 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?
Sweet Chilli Stir Fry Sauce has fewer calories: 76 kcal versus 137 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Chow Mein Stir Fry Sauce has less sugar: 17 g versus 20 g per 100 g.