Au jus gravy has just 16 kcal per 100 g – the lightest gravy. Made from pan drippings and broth, its calorie impact is negligible. The 478 mg sodium per 100 g is the main tracking concern. A 60 ml ladle adds 10 calories but 287 mg sodium.
How should I track Gravy, au jus, canned?
Small amounts of Gravy, au jus, canned add up faster than most people realize. A systematic review (Whitton et al., Adv Nutr 2022) found that condiments are among the most frequently omitted items in food logs — skipped 1–80% of the time. A tablespoon of mayo or dressing can add 50–100 calories, and most people use two or three tablespoons without measuring. The fix is simple: keep a teaspoon or scale near your plate and measure once. Sauces and dressings are often the hidden reason a "healthy" salad ends up at 600+ calories.