Waitrose Cooks' Ingredients Chermoula vs Shawarma Marinade
Overall, Waitrose Cooks' Ingredients Chermoula has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 4 of our comparison points versus 2.
Waitrose Cooks' Ingredients Chermoula
Shawarma Marinade
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Waitrose Cooks' Ingredients... | Shawarma Marinade |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | c | d |
| NOVA group | 3 | 3 |
| Calories | 142 kcal | 148 kcal |
| Fat | 10.5 g | 11.1 g |
| Saturated fat | 7 g | 1.7 g |
| Sugars | 5.3 g | 7.5 g |
| Salt | 1.1 g | 2.7 g |
| Fiber | 4.3 g | — |
| Protein | 1.4 g | 2.2 g |
| Additives | 0 | 0 |
| Allergens | None listed | None listed |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Shawarma Marinade has 75% less saturated fat (1.7 g vs 7 g).
- Waitrose Cooks' Ingredients Chermoula has 29% less sugar (5.3 g vs 7.5 g).
- Waitrose Cooks' Ingredients Chermoula has 59% less salt (1.1 g vs 2.7 g).
- Shawarma Marinade has 36% more protein (2.2 g vs 1.4 g).
- Waitrose Cooks' Ingredients Chermoula has the better Nutri-Score.
Ingredients
Waitrose Cooks' Ingredients Chermoula
Middle Eastern style Herb & Spice Paste with Coriande Lemon & Cumin INGREDIENTS: Coriander (20%), lemon paste (15%) lemon, water, sa rapeseed oil, lemon purée, shallots, sugar, red chilli, white wine vinegar, ginger purée, cornflour, ground coriander, ground cumin (1.0%), turmeric NUTRITION: Typical values as sold per 100g Energy 590k
Shawarma Marinade
caramelised onion (onion, musco sugar, rapeseed oil), onion purée, cider vinega tomato paste (9%), olive oil, garlic purée, water sea salt, cornflour, roasted ground cumin, sm paprika (2%), muscovado sugar, roasted ground coriander, ground allspice (1%), lemon juice concentrate, turmeric, ground clove.
FAQ
Which is healthier: Waitrose Cooks' Ingredients Chermoula or Shawarma Marinade?
Overall, Waitrose Cooks' Ingredients Chermoula 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?
Waitrose Cooks' Ingredients Chermoula has fewer calories: 142 kcal versus 148 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Waitrose Cooks' Ingredients Chermoula has less sugar: 5.3 g versus 7.5 g per 100 g.