Tikka masala paste vs Butter chicken
Overall, Butter chicken has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 4 of our comparison points versus 1.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Tikka masala paste | Butter chicken |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | c | c |
| NOVA group | 3 | 3 |
| Calories | 124 kcal | 95 kcal |
| Fat | 6.2 g | 5.6 g |
| Saturated fat | 2.9 g | 0.8 g |
| Sugars | 8.7 g | 7.3 g |
| Salt | 1.5 g | 0.7 g |
| Fiber | 4.2 g | 1.7 g |
| Protein | 2 g | 2.1 g |
| Additives | 1 | 0 |
| Allergens | None listed | Nuts |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Butter chicken has 24% fewer calories (95 kcal vs 124 kcal).
- Butter chicken has 72% less saturated fat (0.8 g vs 2.9 g).
- Butter chicken has 16% less sugar (7.3 g vs 8.7 g).
- Butter chicken has 51% less salt (0.7 g vs 1.5 g).
- Tikka masala paste has 60% more fiber (4.2 g vs 1.7 g).
- Only Butter chicken lists: Nuts.
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
Butter chicken
water, onion, tomato paste 17.68%, sunflower oil, cashew nut (_nut_) sugar, salt, garlic 1%, coriander leaves, ginger, garam masala, red chilli powder and fenugreek leaves 0.2%
FAQ
Which is healthier: Tikka masala paste or Butter chicken?
Overall, Butter chicken 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?
Butter chicken has fewer calories: 95 kcal versus 124 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Butter chicken has less sugar: 7.3 g versus 8.7 g per 100 g.