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Katsu Veg Bao Buns
Soft steamed buns filled with a coconut and curry sauce and vegetables
Katsu Veg Bao Buns by Itsu provides 188 kcal per 100 g, with 5.5 g of sugars and 4.8 g of protein. That is 35% less sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is C and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Banh Bao category and comes in a 270g pack. Contains: celery, gluten, soybeans.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 45 g
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 188 kcal | 85 kcal | 215 −12% | |
| Total fat | 4.1 g | 1.8 g | 2% | 4 |
| Saturated fat | 2 g | 0.9 g | 5% | 1.1 +75% |
| Carbohydrates | 31 g | 14 g | 5% | 35.7 −13% |
| Total sugars | 5.5 g | 2.5 g | 8.5 −35% | |
| Added sugars | 2.8 g | 1.2 g | 2% | 5.3 −48% |
| Protein | 4.8 g | 2.2 g | 4% | 8.2 −42% |
| Salt | 0.9 g | 0.4 g | 1.3 −31% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 22 Banh Bao products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other banh bao
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Ingredients
_Wheat_ flour, katsu sauce 28% (water, onion, coconut extract, palm oil, _wheat_ flour, red miso (water, _soya_ bean, rice, salt, alcohol), garlic, salt, tapioca starch, curry powder (turmeric, coriander, cumin, cloves, cinnamon, black pepper, orange peel, cardamom, garlic, onion, _celery_, spices), sugar, _soya_ bean oil, corn starch, onion powder, colour (plain caramel), yeast extract, acidity regulator (malic acid), hydrolysed _soya_ protein, black pepper powder, chilli powder), vegetables 16% (sweet potato, red pepper, black bean, parsley), water, sugar, _soya_ bean oil, yeast, raising agents (sodium carbonates, diphosphates), salt, colour (chlorophyll).
- Allergens
- CeleryGlutenSoybeans
- May contain traces
- MilkSesame seeds
Additives 6
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 270g
- Serving size
- 45 g
- Labels & certifications
- VegetarianVegan
- Sold in
- United Kingdom
- Barcode
- 5060960660909
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Katsu Veg Bao Buns?
Katsu Veg Bao Buns contains 188 kcal per 100 g and about 85 kcal per serving (45 g).
How much sugar is in Katsu Veg Bao Buns?
Katsu Veg Bao Buns has 5.5 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered moderate by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Katsu Veg Bao Buns healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of C (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 Katsu Veg Bao Buns vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it appears to be vegan. Always check the package label.
What allergens does Katsu Veg Bao Buns contain?
According to the label data it contains: Celery, Gluten, Soybeans. It may also contain traces of milk, sesame seeds. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated March 27, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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