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Orkney herring sweet cured
Orkney herring sweet cured provides 234 kcal per 100 g, with 28.1 g of sugars and 4.6 g of protein. That is 146% more sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is D and it is classified as NOVA 3 (processed food). It is listed in the Pickled herring category. Contains: fish.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Category avg |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 234 kcal | 213 +10% |
| Total fat | 10.9 g | 13.3 −18% |
| Saturated fat | 2.6 g | 2.7 |
| Carbohydrates | 29.4 g | 13 +126% |
| Total sugars | 28.1 g | 11.4 +146% |
| Added sugars | 5.7 g | 7.1 −19% |
| Dietary fiber | 0 g | 0.2 −100% |
| Protein | 4.6 g | 10.1 −55% |
| Salt | 1.3 g | 2.7 −52% |
*% Daily Value for 100 g, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 35 Pickled herring products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other pickled herring
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Ingredients; Cured skinless fillet pieces of Herring (Fish) (44%), water, sugar, onion, spirit vinegar, salt, lactic acid, citric acid, preservative E211. For allergens see ingredients listed in BOLD. Every effort has been made to remove bones, but some soft bones may remain. Send a postcard with your name and address to receive a free recipe leaflet or apply online at: www.orkneyherring.com wwwsion
- Allergens
- Fish
Additives 3
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Sold in
- United Kingdom
- Barcode
- 5060081732035
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Orkney herring sweet cured?
Orkney herring sweet cured contains 234 kcal per 100 g.
How much sugar is in Orkney herring sweet cured?
Orkney herring sweet cured has 28.1 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered high by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Orkney herring sweet cured healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of D (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 Orkney herring sweet cured contain?
According to the label data it contains: Fish. 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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