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Black Bean Sauce
Black Bean Sauce by Lee Kum Kee provides 140 kcal per 100 g, with 14 g of sugars and 9.3 g of protein. That is 23% more sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is E and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Sauces category and comes in a 205g pack. Contains: gluten, soybeans.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 6.5 g
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 140 kcal | 9 kcal | 216 −35% | |
| Total fat | 3.3 g | 0.2 g | 0% | 13.9 −76% |
| Saturated fat | 0.6 g | 0 g | 0% | 2.3 −74% |
| Carbohydrates | 17 g | 1.1 g | 0% | 16.5 |
| Total sugars | 14 g | 0.9 g | 11.3 +23% | |
| Added sugars | 5.5 g | 0.4 g | 1% | 7.8 −29% |
| Protein | 9.3 g | 0.6 g | 1% | 2.2 +321% |
| Salt | 14.5 g | 0.9 g | 2.5 +484% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 2955 Sauces products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other sauces
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Water, Fermented Black Soybeans 25% Black Soybeans 85%, Salt, Water), Soy Sauce (Water, Salt, Soybeans, Wheat Flour), Sugar, Dehydrated Garlic 6%, Salt, Modified Corn Starch.
- Allergens
- GlutenSoybeans
Product details
- Quantity
- 205g
- Serving size
- 6.5 g
- Labels & certifications
- VegetarianNo preservativesVegan
- Sold in
- Netherlands
- Barcode
- 0078895141016
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Black Bean Sauce?
Black Bean Sauce contains 140 kcal per 100 g and about 9 kcal per serving (6.5 g).
How much sugar is in Black Bean Sauce?
Black Bean Sauce has 14 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered moderate by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Black Bean Sauce healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of E (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Is Black Bean Sauce vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it appears to be vegan. Always check the package label.
What allergens does Black Bean Sauce contain?
According to the label data it contains: Gluten, Soybeans. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated June 19, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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