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Tikka Masala
Tikka Masala by Sainsbury's provides 80 kcal per 100 g, with 2.6 g of sugars and 1.8 g of protein. That is 66% 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 Curry sauces category. Contains: milk.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Category avg |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 80 kcal | 185 −57% |
| Total fat | 3.6 g | 13.3 −73% |
| Saturated fat | 1.3 g | 3.6 −64% |
| Carbohydrates | 8.6 g | 13.8 −38% |
| Total sugars | 2.6 g | 7.7 −66% |
| Added sugars | 1.3 g | 4.9 −74% |
| Dietary fiber | 2.8 g | 1.8 +58% |
| Protein | 1.8 g | 2 −10% |
| Salt | 0.6 g | 1.9 −68% |
*% Daily Value for 100 g, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 366 Curry sauces products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other curry sauces
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Water, Single Cream (Cows' _Milk_) (12%), Onion (10%), Tomato (9%), Tomato Paste, Yogurt (Cows' _Milk_) (5%), Sugar, Modified Maize Starch, Garlic Purée, Ginger Purée, Rapeseed Oil, Paprika Powder, Rice Flour, Garam Masala Powder (Coriander, Cumin, Cassia, Black Pepper, Star Anise, Ginger, Cardamom, Pimento, Clove, Bay Leaf, Nutmeg), Coriander Powder, Cumin Powder, Salt, Dextrose Powder, Acidity Regulators: Lactic Acid, Citric Acid; Cumin Seeds, Colour: Paprika Extract; Cumin Flavouring, Coriander Leaf, Cardamom Powder, Fenugreek Powder, Cassia Powder, Cinnamon Powder, Coriander Flavouring, Black Pepper, Chilli Powder, Clove Powder, Fenugreek Leaf.
- Allergens
- Milk
Additives 3
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Sold in
- United Kingdom
- Barcode
- 00278157
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Tikka Masala?
Tikka Masala contains 80 kcal per 100 g.
How much sugar is in Tikka Masala?
Tikka Masala has 2.6 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered low by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Tikka Masala 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 Tikka Masala vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does Tikka Masala contain?
According to the label data it contains: Milk. 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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