Shirakiku, sweetened red bean paste
Shirakiku, sweetened red bean paste by Shirakiku provides 272 kcal per 100 g, with 47.6 g of sugars and 4.9 g of protein. That is 149% 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 Cooking helpers category.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 1/3 cup (103 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 272 kcal | 280 kcal | 336 −19% | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 10 −100% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 5.3 −100% |
| Carbohydrates | 62.1 g | 64 g | 23% | 54.6 +14% |
| Total sugars | 47.6 g | 49 g | 19.1 +149% | |
| Added sugars | 16.7 g | 17.2 g | 34% | 17.2 |
| Dietary fiber | 2.9 g | 3 g | 11% | 7.4 −61% |
| Protein | 4.9 g | 5 g | 10% | 8.7 −44% |
| Salt | 0 g | 0 g | 3.9 −100% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 1676 Cooking helpers products on Foodmetria.
Serving size from the US product label in USDA FoodData Central, label data from October 2021. Other values: Open Food Facts.
Compared with other cooking helpers
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Ingredients
Red bean,sugar,water
Product details
- Serving size
- 1/3 cup (103 g)
- Sold in
- Germany, United States
- Barcode
- 0074410821067
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Shirakiku, sweetened red bean paste?
Shirakiku, sweetened red bean paste contains 272 kcal per 100 g and about 280 kcal per serving (1/3 cup (103 g)).
How much sugar is in Shirakiku, sweetened red bean paste?
Shirakiku, sweetened red bean paste has 47.6 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered high by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Shirakiku, sweetened red bean paste 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.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated March 25, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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