Tesco potato Croquettes vs Pan Boxty
Neither product is clearly better overall — it depends on what matters most to you.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Tesco potato Croquettes | Pan Boxty |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | b | c |
| NOVA group | 4 | 3 |
| Calories | 192 kcal | 140 kcal |
| Fat | 7.8 g | 0.3 g |
| Saturated fat | 0.9 g | 0.1 g |
| Sugars | 0.3 g | 0.8 g |
| Salt | 0.5 g | 1.2 g |
| Fiber | 3.3 g | 2.1 g |
| Protein | 2.9 g | 3.5 g |
| Additives | 4 | 1 |
| Allergens | Gluten, Milk | Gluten, Soybeans, Sulphur dioxide and sulphites |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Pan Boxty has 27% fewer calories (140 kcal vs 192 kcal).
- Pan Boxty has 97% less fat (0.3 g vs 7.8 g).
- Pan Boxty has 89% less saturated fat (0.1 g vs 0.9 g).
- Tesco potato Croquettes has 63% less sugar (0.3 g vs 0.8 g).
- Tesco potato Croquettes has 63% less salt (0.5 g vs 1.2 g).
- Tesco potato Croquettes has 35% more fiber (3.3 g vs 2.1 g).
- Pan Boxty has 16% more protein (3.5 g vs 2.9 g).
- Tesco potato Croquettes has the better Nutri-Score.
- Pan Boxty is less processed (lower NOVA group).
- Only Tesco potato Croquettes lists: Milk.
- Only Pan Boxty lists: Soybeans, Sulphur dioxide and sulphites.
Ingredients
Tesco potato Croquettes
Potato, Wheat Flour [Wheat Flour, Calcium Carbonate, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin], Rapeseed Oil, Dried Potato, Onion, Maize Starch, Maize Flour, Salt, Garlic Purée, Yeast, Dried Skimmed Milk, Raising Agents (Sodium Bicarbonate, Disodium Diphosphate), White Pepper, Sage, Nutmeg. Allergen information
Pan Boxty
90% Potato (Sulphites), Wheat Flour, Salt, Preservative e202. Allergen advice: For allergens, including cereals containing gluten, see ingredients listed in Bold. Cooking aid contains Soy.
FAQ
Which is healthier: Tesco potato Croquettes or Pan Boxty?
Neither product is clearly better overall — it depends on what matters most to you. 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?
Pan Boxty has fewer calories: 140 kcal versus 192 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Tesco potato Croquettes has less sugar: 0.3 g versus 0.8 g per 100 g.