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Hoisin Sauce
Hoisin Sauce by Sainsbury's provides 289 kcal per 100 g, with 64.5 g of sugars and 1.4 g of protein. That is 78% 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 Hoisin sauces category and comes in a 150 ml pack. Contains: gluten, sesame seeds, soybeans.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 15 ml
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 289 kcal | 43 kcal | 197 +47% | |
| Total fat | 0.9 g | 0.1 g | 0% | 1.2 −24% |
| Saturated fat | 0.5 g | 0.1 g | 1% | 0.2 +174% |
| Carbohydrates | 67.2 g | 10.1 g | 4% | 44.4 +51% |
| Total sugars | 64.5 g | 9.7 g | 36.3 +78% | |
| Added sugars | 64.3 g | 9.7 g | 19% | 30.3 +112% |
| Dietary fiber | 3.2 g | 0.5 g | 2% | 1 +233% |
| Protein | 1.4 g | 0.2 g | 0% | 1.6 −14% |
| Salt | 8.9 g | 1.3 g | 4.5 +96% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 50 Hoisin sauces products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other hoisin sauces
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Ingredients
Sugar, Water, Fermented Soya Bean (12%) (Water, Soy Bean (Soya), Salt, Wheat Flour), Salt, Modified Corn Starch, Colour: Plain Caramel; Sesame Seeds, Garlic, Five Spice, Acetic Acid, Preservative: Potassium Sorbate; Flavouring, Acidity Regulator: Lactic Acid.
- Allergens
- GlutenSesame seedsSoybeans
Additives 4
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 150 ml
- Serving size
- 15 ml
- Sold in
- United Kingdom
- Barcode
- 00414494
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Hoisin Sauce?
Hoisin Sauce contains 289 kcal per 100 g and about 43 kcal per serving (15 ml).
How much sugar is in Hoisin Sauce?
Hoisin Sauce has 64.5 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered high by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Hoisin 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.
What allergens does Hoisin Sauce contain?
According to the label data it contains: Gluten, Sesame seeds, Soybeans. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated July 8, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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