The Wagamama Amai Sauce is a sweet and tangy favourite known for its perfectly balanced flavour. With notes of soy, vinegar, and subtle spices, it adds a rich glaze and gentle sweetness to dishes like Yaki Soba or stir-fried noodles. Smooth and versatile, this signature sauce enhances every bite with a delicious mix of savoury depth and mild sweetness.
Price: £1
Nutritional Information
Wagamama Amai Sauce is a sweet and savory sauce, which adds a rich and flavorful kick to your dishes. Its nutrition facts tell about calories, sugars, and nutrients. This is perfect for those who want to enhance their meals with a balance of sweetness and depth of flavor!
| Values | Per Serving (g) | Per 100 g |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 166 kJ / 39 kCal | 474 kJ / 112 kCal |
| Fat | 0.10 g | 0.30 g |
| Saturated Fat | 0.00 g | 0.10 |
| Carbohydrates | 8.60 g | 24.70 |
| Sugars | 8.10 g | 23.20 |
| Protein | 1.00 g | 2.90 |
| Salt | 1.30 g | 3.60 |
| Fibre | 0.20 g | 0.70 |
| Sodium | 0.5 g | 1.5 |
Ingredients
Sweet Tamarind Flavoured
Allergens
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Is It a Healthy Choice?
Amai Sauce is a moderate sauce choice: low in calories and fat, but less healthy if you are watching sugar or salt. At 39 kcal per serving, Wagamama Amai Sauce is much lighter than richer sauces like Katsu Curry Sauce, Raisukaree Sauce, or Extra Hot Katsu Sauce, so it will not add much calorie weight to your meal.
Its best point is the fat profile. It has only 0.1g fat and 0g saturated fat, making it a useful low-fat sauce option for diners who want extra flavour without creaminess or heaviness. Protein is only 1g and fibre is just 0.2g, so it adds taste rather than real fullness or nutrition depth.
The trade-off is the sweet-salty balance. With 8.1g sugar, most of its carbs come from sugar, so it is not ideal for low-sugar diets. Salt is also high for a small sauce portion at 1.3g, around 500mg sodium.
Amai Sauce suits diners who want a lighter, sweet-savoury dipping sauce or glaze-style extra. Use it in small amounts with vegetables, rice, or lean protein, and avoid pairing it with salty extras like kimchee or pickles.
What Does It Taste Like?
Wagamama Amai Sauce tastes sweet, tangy, and lightly salty. The sweetness comes first, then a sharper savoury edge balances it out. It is not spicy, creamy, or rich like curry sauce. It works well as a dipping sauce or glaze because it adds quick flavour without making the dish feel heavy. The downside is that the sweetness can feel strong if you use too much.
The texture is smooth, glossy, and fairly light. It coats food gently rather than clinging thickly like katsu or raisukaree sauce. It does not add crunch, creaminess, or freshness on its own. Its main strength is giving rice, vegetables, chicken, or sides a sweet-savoury lift. Its weak point is that it can make already sweet or salty dishes taste less balanced.
o close out, Wagamama Amai Sauce is a must-try for those looking for fresh and flavorful food. I love how it brings together bold flavors and high-quality ingredients in every bite. If you love exploring dishes like I do, check out Wagamama’s full menu and discover even more tasty options you’ll definitely want to try!
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