Tikka masala paste vs Balti spice and sauce
Overall, Balti spice and sauce has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 4 of our comparison points versus 3.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Tikka masala paste | Balti spice and sauce |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | c | c |
| NOVA group | 3 | 4 |
| Calories | 124 kcal | 106 kcal |
| Fat | 6.2 g | 5.8 g |
| Saturated fat | 2.9 g | 0.4 g |
| Sugars | 8.7 g | 5.7 g |
| Salt | 1.5 g | 0.6 g |
| Fiber | 4.2 g | 1.7 g |
| Protein | 2 g | 1.7 g |
| Additives | 1 | 2 |
| Allergens | None listed | None listed |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Balti spice and sauce has 15% fewer calories (106 kcal vs 124 kcal).
- Balti spice and sauce has 86% less saturated fat (0.4 g vs 2.9 g).
- Balti spice and sauce has 34% less sugar (5.7 g vs 8.7 g).
- Balti spice and sauce has 62% less salt (0.6 g vs 1.5 g).
- Tikka masala paste has 60% more fiber (4.2 g vs 1.7 g).
- Tikka masala paste has 15% more protein (2 g vs 1.7 g).
- Tikka masala paste is less processed (lower NOVA group).
Ingredients
Tikka masala paste
Tomato purée, water, onion purée, creamed coconut (6%), c purée (5%), ginger purée (4%), ground coriander, sugar, rapeseed oil, papria, maize starch, salt, concentrated onion juice, chilli powder, acidity regulator (citric acid), yeast extract, turmeric, dried fenugreek, onion extract (salt, sunflower oil, onion oil), coriander, toasted onion powder, cassia, ginger, cumin, allspice, cloves, nutmeg, dill, fennel, mace, black pepper
Balti spice and sauce
SAUCE Water, Tomatoes (18%), Onions(16%), Tomato Paste, Rapeseed Oil, Sugar, Green Peppers (2.5%), Red Peppers (2.5%), Garlic Puree, Modified Maize Starch, Ginger Puree, Garam Masala (Coriander, Cumin, Cassia, Black Pepper, Star Anise, Ginger, Green Cardomom, Pimento, Black Cardomom, Cloves, Bay Leaves, Nutmeg) Ground Coriander, Coriander Leaf, Ground Cumin, Ground Tumeric, Ground Paprika, Acidity Regulator:Citric Acid; Chilli Powder, Black Pepper, Ground Fenugreek, Ground Black Cardomom. SPICE CAP Salt, Coriander Seed, Sugar, Tomato Powder, Tumeric, Onion Powder, Dextrose, Flavouring, Rice Flower, Garlic Powder, Colour (Curcumin), Chilli Powder, Cumin, Ginger, Cayenne Pepper, Cassia, Cloves, Black Pepper, Fennel Seed, Fenugreek Seed, Bay Leaf, Mango Powder, Cinammon, Oregano, Green Cardomom, Nutmeg
FAQ
Which is healthier: Tikka masala paste or Balti spice and sauce?
Overall, Balti spice and 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?
Balti spice and sauce has fewer calories: 106 kcal versus 124 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Balti spice and sauce has less sugar: 5.7 g versus 8.7 g per 100 g.