Tamarind paste vs Thai Tamarind Spicy Sauce
Overall, Tamarind paste has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 5 of our comparison points versus 3.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Tamarind paste | Thai Tamarind Spicy Sauce |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | c | e |
| NOVA group | 3 | 4 |
| Calories | 183 kcal | 172 kcal |
| Fat | 4.6 g | 0.5 g |
| Saturated fat | 0.5 g | 0.1 g |
| Sugars | 18 g | 32.6 g |
| Salt | 0.5 g | 5.6 g |
| Fiber | 9.3 g | — |
| Protein | 1.6 g | 3.3 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
- Thai Tamarind Spicy Sauce has 89% less fat (0.5 g vs 4.6 g).
- Thai Tamarind Spicy Sauce has 80% less saturated fat (0.1 g vs 0.5 g).
- Tamarind paste has 45% less sugar (18 g vs 32.6 g).
- Tamarind paste has 91% less salt (0.5 g vs 5.6 g).
- Thai Tamarind Spicy Sauce has 52% more protein (3.3 g vs 1.6 g).
- Tamarind paste 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
Thai Tamarind Spicy Sauce
Vann 45,02%, sukker 25%, fruktosesirup 8%, tamarindpuré 6,5%, salt 5.5%, chili (rød chili) 3,5%, destillert eddik (destillert eddik 10%) 3% faringsmiddel: modifisert tapiokastivelse (E1442) 2%, surhetsregulerende middel vinsyre (E334) 0,5%, smaksforsterker: mononatriumglutamat (E621) 0.9%, stabilisator: xantangummi (E415) 0,08%.
FAQ
Which is healthier: Tamarind paste or Thai Tamarind Spicy Sauce?
Overall, Tamarind paste 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?
Thai Tamarind Spicy Sauce has fewer calories: 172 kcal versus 183 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Tamarind paste has less sugar: 18 g versus 32.6 g per 100 g.