Tiparos Fish Sauce — OKAY

Munch or Dump rates Tiparos Fish Sauce by Tiparos Fish Sauce OKAY — score 62/90.

Just fermented anchovy, salt, water, and a little sugar. Clean four-ingredient list, but it's basically liquid salt, so use it as a seasoning, not a food.

Why this verdict

• Only four ingredients, all recognizable, no artificial additives
• 65% real fermented anchovy doing the work
• No MSG, preservatives, or added color
• Very high in salt, so strictly a seasoning
• Contains a small amount of added sugar

Ingredients (4)

• Anchovy (fish) 65% (safe) — Fermented whole anchovy, a real-food protein base that gives the sauce its umami; the main and dominant ingredient.
• Water (safe) — Used as a basic ingredient in bread.
• Salt (moderate) — Used in moderation, might exceed necessary amount.
• Sugar (moderate) — Added for sweetness, can contribute to calorie content.