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Bachan's Japanese Barbecue Sauce

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Is Bachan's Japanese Barbecue Sauce healthy?

Bachan's Japanese Barbecue Sauce scores 65/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This Japanese Barbecue Sauce contains several beneficial ingredients such as organic ginger, garlic, and toasted sesame oil, which contribute to its nutritional profile.

How processed is Bachan's Japanese Barbecue Sauce?

Bachan's Japanese Barbecue Sauce is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Bachan's Japanese Barbecue Sauce's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Tomato Paste, Organic Ginger, Green Onion count in its favor; Non-GMO Soy Sauce (Water, Soybeans, Wheat, Salt), Cane Sugar, Organic Toasted Sesame Oil are flagged as ingredients of concern. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Bachan's Japanese Barbecue Sauce

Bachan's
65 Fair

Analysis updated June 2026 · How Scout scores

$5.98 · 1.06 lb · $0.35 / ounce
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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 4
Harmful ingredients 3
Owned by The Marzetti Company
Category Condiments
Summary

This Japanese Barbecue Sauce contains several beneficial ingredients such as organic ginger, garlic, and toasted sesame oil, which contribute to its nutritional profile. However, the presence of cane sugar as a primary ingredient adds significant empty calories, and the product's processing level limits its score. Despite its clean ingredient list, the high sugar content and processing level prevent it from achieving a higher rating.

Key ingredients 8

Tomato Paste
Good

Tomato paste is rich in antioxidants like lycopene, supporting overall health and adding depth to the flavor.

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Organic Ginger
Good

Organic ginger offers anti-inflammatory properties and adds a spicy, fresh flavor to the sauce.

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Green Onion
Good

Green onions are a good source of vitamins and antioxidants, enhancing the nutritional profile of the sauce.

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Organic Rice Vinegar
Good

Rice vinegar adds acidity and flavor complexity, with minimal impact on health when used in moderation.

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Mirin (Water, Rice, Koji Seed, Sea Salt)
Neutral

Mirin provides flavor and sweetness but is generally moderate in its nutritional impact, serving as a traditional seasoning.

Non-GMO Soy Sauce (Water, Soybeans, Wheat, Salt)
Bad

This soy sauce contains soy and wheat, which can be problematic for those with allergies or sensitivities, and it is often high in sodium.

Cane Sugar
Bad

Cane sugar adds sweetness but also contributes to high sugar content, which can impact blood sugar levels if consumed excessively.

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Organic Toasted Sesame Oil
Bad

While flavorful, toasted sesame oil is high in calories and fats, and some may be sensitive to sesame allergens.

Processing

Group 3 · Processed

Processed Foods

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