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Guk-Ganjang
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Guk-Ganjang

CONDIMENTS & SAUCES

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Guk-Ganjang is a salty, umami-rich fermented condiment widely used in East Asian cuisines — from Japanese shōyu to Korean guk‑ganjang — to season soups, marinades and dipping sauces. It is prized for its deep savory flavor rather than bulk nutrition. Nutritionally, Guk-Ganjang is notable for its hig... Show more

Nutrition Highlights

ProteinProtein8g per serving
High
MicronutrientsMicronutrientsManganese, Iron
Excellent
SatietySatietyLow Calories
Very High
SugarSugar0g per serving
Low
Protective CompoundsProtective CompoundsRich in Polyphenols
Very High

Nutrition Overview

Portion Size

53
kcal
5
g Carbs
8
g Protein
1
g Fat

Carbs

4.9g

Sugar

0.4g

Fat

0.6g

Saturated Fat

0.1g

Protein

8.1g

Fiber

0.8g

Salt

5.5g

Nutritional Data from Soy Sauce

Vegan
Vegetarian
Not Gluten Free
Lactose Free
NOVA 4
~0,70€/100g
1.15g/ml

Healthy Swaps

A

Low-Sodium Soy Sauce

More Protein
A

Tamari (Reduced-Sodium)

More Protein

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