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Japanese Barbecue Sauce
Japanese Barbecue Sauce by Bachan's provides 211 kcal per 100 g, with 42.1 g of sugars and 0 g of protein. That is 56% more sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is E and it is classified as NOVA 3 (processed food). It is listed in the Barbecue sauces category and comes in a 17 oz pack. Contains: sesame seeds, soybeans.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 1 tbsp. (19 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 211 kcal | 40 kcal | 156 +35% | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 2.1 −100% |
| Carbohydrates | 47.4 g | 9 g | 3% | 32.4 +46% |
| Total sugars | 42.1 g | 8 g | 27.1 +56% | |
| Added sugars | 42.1 g | 8 g | 16% | 22.6 +86% |
| Protein | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 1.2 −100% |
| Salt | 7.2 g | 1.4 g | 2.3 +211% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 1003 Barbecue sauces products on Foodmetria.
Serving size from the US product label in USDA FoodData Central, label data from July 2023. Other values: Open Food Facts.
Compared with other barbecue sauces
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Non-GMO Tamari Soy Sauce (Water, Soybeans, Salt, Sugar), Cane Sugar, Mirin (Water, Rice, Koji Seed, Sea Salt), Tomato Paste, Organic Ginger, Green Onion, Organic Rice Vinegar, Organic Garlic, Sea Salt, Organic Toasted Sesame Oil
- Allergens
- Sesame seedsSoybeans
Product details
- Quantity
- 17 oz
- Serving size
- 1 tbsp. (19 g)
- Labels & certifications
- No glutenNo GMOsNon GMO project
- Sold in
- United States, world
- Barcode
- 0850006883028
Prices reported by shoppers
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Japanese Barbecue Sauce?
Japanese Barbecue Sauce contains 211 kcal per 100 g and about 40 kcal per serving (1 tbsp. (19 g)).
How much sugar is in Japanese Barbecue Sauce?
Japanese Barbecue Sauce has 42.1 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered high by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Japanese Barbecue Sauce healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of E (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 3 — processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
What allergens does Japanese Barbecue Sauce contain?
According to the label data it contains: Sesame seeds, Soybeans. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated August 22, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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