Uncle chen, fresh ground chili paste
Uncle chen, fresh ground chili paste by Uncle Chen provides 83 kcal per 100 g, with 16.7 g of sugars and 0 g of protein. That is 69% 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 Groceries category.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 1 tsp (6 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 83 kcal | 5 kcal | 194 −57% | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 12.8 −100% |
| Carbohydrates | 16.7 g | 1 g | 0% | 16.1 |
| Total sugars | 16.7 g | 1 g | 9.8 +69% | |
| Protein | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 2.8 −100% |
| Salt | 3.3 g | 0.2 g | 5.9 −43% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 59922 Groceries products on Foodmetria.
Serving size from the US product label in USDA FoodData Central, label data from October 2021. Other values: Open Food Facts.
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Ingredients
Chili, vinegar, sugar, salt, potassium sorbate and sodium bisulfite as preservatives.
Product details
- Serving size
- 1 tsp (6 g)
- Sold in
- United States
- Barcode
- 0717385240081
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Uncle chen, fresh ground chili paste?
Uncle chen, fresh ground chili paste contains 83 kcal per 100 g and about 5 kcal per serving (1 tsp (6 g)).
How much sugar is in Uncle chen, fresh ground chili paste?
Uncle chen, fresh ground chili paste has 16.7 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered moderate by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Uncle chen, fresh ground chili paste 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.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated April 22, 2020. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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