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Prepared sandwich
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Shoku sandwich (180 g) has 486 calories. That works out to 270 calories per 100 g. It contains 54 g of carbs, 21.6 g of protein, 19.8 g of fat and 3.8 g of fiber. Its 43.2 µg of Selenium covers 79% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 60 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 180 g
486
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
54g
· 20% DV
Protein
21.6g
· 43% DV
Fat
19.8g
· 25% DV
Fiber
3.8g
· 14% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 45% · Protein 18% · Fat 37%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 486 kcal | |
| Total fat | 19.8 g | 25% |
| Saturated fat | 6.12 g | 31% |
| Trans fat | 0.18 g | |
| Sodium | 1008 mg | 44% |
| Total carbohydrate | 54 g | 20% |
| Fiber | 3.8 g | 14% |
| Protein | 21.6 g | 43% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 180 g | 486 kcal |
| 1 piece (half) | 90 g | 243 kcal |
| 1 serving (quarter) | 90 g | 243 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 270 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 130 g | 351 kcal |
| 1 pack (medium) | 180 g | 486 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 180 g | 486 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 240 g | 648 kcal |
Calculated from 270 calories per 100 g.
A Shoku sandwich does not have one universally fixed filling; ingredients can vary by recipe or seller. For a particular sandwich, ask the place that made it or look for its specific product description rather than assuming every version contains the same ingredients.
The name alone is not enough to establish that the Shoku sandwich is a traditional dish from a particular country. It may refer to a specific seller’s creation or a local recipe, so the origin is best confirmed by the source serving that version.
You can make a Shoku sandwich by putting the filling used in your preferred version between slices of bread; there is no single standard recipe to follow. If you are recreating one you have tried, use its known ingredients and assemble it shortly before serving.
A Shoku sandwich can be served hot or cold, depending on its filling and how it was prepared. Cold fillings are usually best left unheated, while a toasted or cooked version should be warmed through before serving.
A Shoku sandwich pairs well with a simple salad, soup, or pickles, though none is a required accompaniment. For a quick lunch, choose one side that complements the filling without making the meal unnecessarily heavy.
Yes, you can prepare a Shoku sandwich ahead, but the bread may soften as moisture moves from the filling into it. For better texture, pack the filling separately and assemble the sandwich just before lunch; keep perishable ingredients chilled.
Store leftover Shoku sandwich in a covered container in the refrigerator and aim to eat it the next day, since fillings affect how well it keeps. Discard it if it has been left out for a long time or its smell or appearance has changed.
You can freeze a Shoku sandwich, but thawing may leave the bread soggy and alter the filling’s texture. Wet vegetables and mayonnaise-based fillings often fare poorly; freezing the bread and suitable filling separately is usually a better option.
To make a lighter Shoku sandwich, use less sauce, add more vegetables, and choose grilled or boiled filling instead of fried ingredients. These small changes keep it a sandwich while making the filling less rich.
Yes, a Shoku sandwich can work for breakfast if its filling suits a morning meal. Pair it with tea or coffee, and add moist ingredients or sauce just before eating so the bread does not turn soggy while it waits.
Vitamins
B3
6.12mg · 38% DV
B12
0.86µg · 36% DV
B1
0.41mg · 34% DV
Biotin
9µg · 30% DV
Minerals
Selenium
43µg · 78% DV
Phosphorus
333mg · 48% DV
Sodium
1008mg · 44% DV
Manganese
0.76mg · 33% DV
Potassium ⭐
333mg · 10% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 486 calories in 1 serving (medium) (180 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
A Shoku sandwich is a Japanese-style sandwich made with soft, finely textured shokupan, a lightly sweet white bread. Fillings vary, from egg or meat to vegetables, so the name describes the bread and sandwich style more than one fixed recipe. Its tender crumb makes it easy to eat without toasting.
In Japan, it is a handy choice for lunch or a snack, often packed to take away. Elsewhere, it works well as a portable meal or alongside soup or a simple salad. Like most sandwiches, it provides energy mainly from bread, with protein and fat depending on the filling; it has 12 g of protein per 100 g. Choose a vegetable-rich filling for a lighter balance.
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
6.12g
MONOUNSATURATED
7.92g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.42g
Omega 6:3 ratio 21.9:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (21.9:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.