Calories
200 kcal
10% of Daily kcal · moderate-calorie
Protein
9 g
18% RDI
Fat
8 g
1.2g sat fat
Carbs
22 g
8% RDI
Sugar
12 g
24% RDI
Fiber
4 g
13% RDI
Salt
5 g
100% RDI
Low-Sodium Ssamjang (Homemade)
Low-Sodium Ssamjang (Homemade) is a savory Korean dipping paste commonly used to flavor grilled meats and lettuce wraps; it blends fermented soybean pastes, chili, garlic and sesame for a bold umami-rich taste. Nutritionally it provides a meaningful amount of plant protein at 9g per 100g and delivers some fiber, making it more sustaining than many purely oil- or sugar-based condiments. While it offers a good overall fat profile and a relatively complete amino-acid mix for a plant-based condiment, it tends to be used in small amounts and does not contribute many antioxidant phytochemicals compared with whole vegetables or fermented vegetables eaten on their own.
Vegan · Lactose free · Processed · ~1.50€/100g
Kinome Health Grade
C-
Fair
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Nutrition
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Nutrition quality
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Composite score - weighted by current nutrition science
C- · 5.2 / 10
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Frequently asked
Q.01Is Low-Sodium Ssamjang (Homemade) healthy?
Low-Sodium Ssamjang (Homemade) is rated moderate (Health Grade C-) per 100g and can be part of a balanced diet.
Q.03What NOVA processing level is Low-Sodium Ssamjang (Homemade)?
Low-Sodium Ssamjang (Homemade) is NOVA 3 - Processed.
Q.05Is Low-Sodium Ssamjang (Homemade) lactose free?
Yes, Low-Sodium Ssamjang (Homemade) is lactose free.
Q.02What are the macros in Low-Sodium Ssamjang (Homemade)?
100g of Low-Sodium Ssamjang (Homemade) contains 200 kcal, 9g protein, 22g carbohydrates, 8g fat, and 4g fiber.
Q.04Is Low-Sodium Ssamjang (Homemade) vegan?
Yes, Low-Sodium Ssamjang (Homemade) is vegan.
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