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Buffalo Jack Wings, 9.1 OZ
meat/meat-alternatives
📊 NOVA 4🥛 Dairy-Free

Buffalo Jack Wings, 9.1 OZ

Jack & Annie's
Available at Whole Foods
110
Calories
5g
Protein
3g
Sugars
370mg
Sodium
3g
Fiber
42
Ingredients

What You Should Know

You'd find this in the frozen or plant-based ready-to-heat aisle — a snack or party item marketed as a buffalo wing alternative made from jackfruit. It feels indulgent and nostalgic (aiming to mimic classic buffalo wings) while promising convenience; the ingredient list (methylcellulose, natural flavors, dextrose, baking agents) reveals heavy industrial processing to create the crisp, juicy texture and long shelf life.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 3 WINGS
Servings per Container: 4.5
Calories110
% Daily Value*
Total Fat4g5%
Saturated Fat0.5g3%
Trans Fat0g
Cholesterol0mg0%
Sodium370mg16%
Total Carbohydrate13g5%
Dietary Fiber3g11%
Total Sugars3g
Protein5g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

JACKFRUIT, WHEAT, FLOUR, WATER, SOY, FLOUR, CANOLA, OIL, VINEGAR, LESS, THAN, 2%, OF:, CAYENNE, PEPPER, SPICES, NATURAL, FLAVORS, GARLIC, POWDER, ONION, POWDER, LACTIC, ACID, METHYLCELLULOSE, (PLANT, FIBER), YEAST, SALT, SUGAR, BAKING, POWDER, (SODIUM, ACID, PYROPHOSPHATE,, SODIUM, BICARBONATE), DEXTROSE, (FOR, COLOR), PAPRIKA, EXTRACT..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • canola - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
No Seed Oil

Dietary Labels

This product is not vegan, is not gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Contains multiple industrial additives and formulations (methylcellulose, natural flavors, dextrose, leavening agents) and a restructured plant base with breading — characteristics of ultra-processed foods designed for texture, flavor and convenience.

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Common Questions about Buffalo Jack Wings, 9.1 OZ

Buffalo Jack Wings can be a fun addition to your meal rotation, especially if you're looking for something quick and flavorful. With 110 calories and 5 grams of protein per serving, they're a decent option for a snack or appetizer. Just remember, 'healthy' can depend on your overall diet and lifestyle — they’re not a substitute for whole foods, but they can fit in nicely on occasion!

Perfect For

game-day-prep
movie-night
back-to-school

Vibe:

nostalgicindulgentconvenient
$5.89
per package