Tamarind paste vs Sour tamarind paste concentrate
Overall, Sour tamarind paste concentrate has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 6 of our comparison points versus 3.
Tamarind paste
Sour tamarind paste concentrate
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Tamarind paste | Sour tamarind paste concentr... |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | c | b |
| NOVA group | 3 | 4 |
| Calories | 183 kcal | 35 kcal |
| Fat | 4.6 g | 0 g |
| Saturated fat | 0.5 g | 0 g |
| Sugars | 18 g | 5.5 g |
| Salt | 0.5 g | 0.4 g |
| Fiber | 9.3 g | 2.6 g |
| Protein | 1.6 g | 0.6 g |
| Additives | 0 | 2 |
| Allergens | None listed | None listed |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Sour tamarind paste concentrate has 81% fewer calories (35 kcal vs 183 kcal).
- Sour tamarind paste concentrate has no fat, while Tamarind paste has 4.6 g.
- Sour tamarind paste concentrate has no saturated fat, while Tamarind paste has 0.5 g.
- Sour tamarind paste concentrate has 69% less sugar (5.5 g vs 18 g).
- Tamarind paste has 72% more fiber (9.3 g vs 2.6 g).
- Tamarind paste has 63% more protein (1.6 g vs 0.6 g).
- Sour tamarind paste concentrate has the better Nutri-Score.
- Tamarind paste is less processed (lower NOVA group).
Ingredients
Tamarind paste
Tamarind extract (68%), Water, Sunflower oil, White wine vinegar, Cornflour
Sour tamarind paste concentrate
Sour Tan TAMARIND PASTA Ingredienser: Sur tamarind koncentrat 99.5%, salt, förtjockningsmedel (E415), konserveringsmedel (E211). TAMARIND PASTA Ingredienser: Syrlig tamarindkoncentrat 99.5%, salt, fortykningsmiddel (E415), konserveringsmiddel (E211). UTAMARINDIN TAHNA Ainekset: Hapan tamarindi tiiviste 99.5%, suola, sakeuttamisaine (E415), säilöntäaine (E211). Nettovikt | Nettovaegt | Nettopaino: 435m Bäst före Bedst før | Parasta ennen: Se stämpel | Se stempel | Katso leima. Källsortering I Sortering| Lajittelu: Plastförpackningar | Plast Muovi PLASTFÖRPACKNINGAR 7 A T W G
FAQ
Which is healthier: Tamarind paste or Sour tamarind paste concentrate?
Overall, Sour tamarind paste concentrate 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?
Sour tamarind paste concentrate has fewer calories: 35 kcal versus 183 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Sour tamarind paste concentrate has less sugar: 5.5 g versus 18 g per 100 g.