Worcestershire sauce
Low GI
GL 19.3 per cup (275 g) · GL 7 per 100 g
- low glycemic index
- high added sugar content
Worcestershire sauce has a glycemic index of 35 (Low). One cup (275 g) adds a glycemic load of 19.3.
Reviewed Aug 6, 2026 · Sources: USDA FoodData Central #171610 , Logi Nutrition Team · Not medical advice · Report an error
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Forms of Worcestershire sauce
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Portions
| Portion | Grams | GL |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 17 g | 1.2 |
| 1 cup | 275 g | 19.3 |
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 78 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 19 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 17 g |
| Natural | 2 g |
| Added | 15 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Soluble | 0 g |
| Insoluble | 0 g |
| Protein | 0.9 g |
| Fat | 0 g |
| Saturated | 0 g |
| Unsaturated | 0 g |
| Sodium | 980 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- low glycemic index
- low glycemic load per serving
- high added sugar content
- very high sodium content
- trace amounts of nutrients
Allergens
Recipes with Worcestershire sauce
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Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Smoky Bean Ragout 35 min · 11 ingredients · medium -
Grilled Bavette Steak with Fresh Tomato Celery Salad and Horseradish Dressing 15 min · 11 ingredients · medium -
Low-Glycemic Grilled Turkey Burgers with Whole Grain Buns 24 min · 12 ingredients · easy -
Low-GI Shepherd's Pie with Celeriac Mash 50 min · 12 ingredients · advanced -
Blood Sugar-Friendly Vegetable-Packed Meatloaf 60 min · 14 ingredients · medium
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Worcestershire sauce?
Worcestershire sauce has a glycemic index of 35 (Low). One cup (275 g) has a glycemic load of 19.3; per 100 g the glycemic load is 7.
Is Worcestershire sauce good for people with insulin resistance?
Worcestershire sauce has a low glycemic index (35), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
Which form of Worcestershire sauce has the lowest glycemic load?
Among the forms of Worcestershire sauce in this database, Diy vinegar-tamari spice blend (no added sugar) has the lowest glycemic load (0.2 per 100 g).
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