Extra hot katsu sauce at Wagamama

If you love a fiery kick with your Japanese dishes, Extra Hot Katsu Sauce is your new best friend! This spicier twist on the classic katsu sauce blends tangy, sweet, and bold chili heat, perfect for drizzling over crispy tonkatsu, fried chicken, or even sushi rolls. Unlike regular katsu sauce, the extra-hot version packs a punch with added peppers or hot spices—ideal for those who crave more intensity. Whether you’re dipping, glazing, or mixing it into a stir-fry, this sauce brings both flavor and fire to your meal. Curious just how hot it gets? Let’s break it down!

ingredients:

• Tomato paste or ketchup
• Soy sauce
• Worcestershire sauce
• Sugar or honey
• Vinegar (rice or apple cider)
• Chili peppers or hot sauce

Calories

On average, an adult in the UK needs around 2,100 kilocalories (kcal) or 8,600 kilojoules (kJ) per day to maintain a healthy body weight. This estimate is based on general lifestyle and energy requirements across the population.

Calorie Burn Time

A serving of Extra Hot Katsu Sauce (approximately 2 tablespoons) contains around 80-100 calories. To burn these calories, you’d need:

• 10 minutes of jogging
• 15 minutes of cycling
• 20 minutes of brisk walking

More details are shown in the table below:

Activity	Calories Burned (Approx.)	Time Required to Burn
jogging	80-100 calories	10 minutes
Cycling	80-100 calories	15 minutes
Brisk Walking	80-100 calories	20 minutes
Swimming	80-100 calories	10 minutes
Yoga	250-300 calories	30 minutes
Jump Rope	80-100 calories	8 minutes
Weight Training	80-100 calories	20 minutes
Hiking	80-100 calories	15 minutes
Aerobics	80-100 calories	10 minutes
Dancing	80-100 calories	15 minutes

Pros and Cons

Extra Hot Katsu Sauce brings bold flavors and heat to your meals. Here’s a balanced look at its pros and cons:

Pros:

• Intense Flavor Profile: The sauce combines tangy, sweet, and fiery elements, giving a burst of flavor to your dishes.
• Ideal for Spice Enthusiasts: If you love spicy food, this sauce is perfect for adding that extra kick to fried chicken, tonkatsu, or sushi.
• Versatile Use: Great as a dip, glaze, or stir-fry addition, it can elevate many dishes like fried chicken, tonkatsu, or even grilled vegetables.
• Low-Calorie Option: Used in moderation, Extra Hot Katsu Sauce adds minimal calories, making it a flavorful yet guilt-free addition to your meals.
• Rich in Antioxidants: The chili peppers and spices in the sauce can offer antioxidants, promoting overall health benefits.

Cons:

• High Sodium Content: As with many hot sauces, the sodium levels can be high, making it unsuitable for those monitoring their salt intake.
• Spicy Heat: The intense spiciness might be overwhelming for people with a low tolerance for heat or those who prefer milder flavors.
• Possible Added Sugars: Some store-bought versions of the sauce may contain added sugars, making it less ideal for those on a low-sugar diet.
• Overpowers Other Flavors: If used excessively, the bold heat of the sauce can mask the natural flavors of the dish, overpowering the taste.
• Not for Everyone’s Taste: While the sauce is a hit for spice lovers, it may not suit those who prefer milder or less complexly flavored sauces.

Nutrition

Nutrition is a vital aspect of our daily lives, and it plays a crucial role in our overall health and well-being. When it comes to food, it’s important to pay attention to what we eat and make sure that we get the right balance of nutrients our body needs. Check out the nutritional value of this sauce in the table below (data in grams).

Allergies

If you have allergies, it’s essential to carefully examine the ingredients in sauces before consumption. When it comes to Extra Hot Katsu Sauce, certain allergenic ingredients may be present. Below is a list of common allergens found in this sauce:

• cereals containing gluten (barley, wheat);
• mustard;
• soya;
• sulphur dioxide/ sulphites.

Price

£1.00