Jack & Annies Vegan Jackfruit Fish Fillets
Why It Scored This Way
A mixed nutrition profile and more processed formulation give this product some useful qualities, but also meaningful limitations.
- Saturated Fat
- Fiber
- Protein
- Sodium
Verdict
Jack & Annies Vegan Jackfruit Fish Fillets are breaded, plant-based seafood alternatives designed for frying or baking. Their main strength is a moderate protein content, while their main tradeoff is high sodium. Overall, they serve as a convenient way to replicate a classic fried fish experience.
How to Use This
Best included occasionally, a few times per month, within a balanced diet and in controlled portions. Pair them with a side of tartar sauce and steamed peas for a traditional fish-and-chips style meal.
Nutrition Overview
The label shows a significant amount of salt balanced by a complete absence of saturated fat. It also provides a helpful amount of fiber for a breaded alternative.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 140 | Per serving |
| Total Fat | 7g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 0g | 0% |
| Trans Fat | 0g | — |
| Sodium | 590mg | 26% |
| Total Carbs | 17g | 6% |
| Dietary Fiber | 5g | 18% |
| Total Sugars | 1g | — |
| Added Sugars | 0g | 0% |
| Protein | 5g | — |
| Calcium | 40mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1.2mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 220mg | 4% |
Ingredient Analysis
The fillets are built from a base of jackfruit, wheat flour, and soy flour. The formulation is further refined with various starches, leavening agents, and methylcellulose to achieve the specific texture and coating of a processed fillet.
Ingredients
JACKFRUIT, WATER, WHEAT FLOUR, SOY FLOUR, CANOLA OIL 2% OR LESS OF SPICES, ONION POWDER, GARLIC POWDER, NATURAL FLAVOR, CORN STARCH, RICE STARCH, CORN FLOUR, SALT, LEAVENING (SODIUM ACID PYROPHOSPHATE, SODIUM BICARBONATE, CALCIUM LACTATE), DEXTROSE (FOR COLOR), SUGAR, METHYLCELLULOSE (PLANT FIBER), LACTIC ACID, ALGAL OIL, SPICE EXTRACTS.
