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Traditional hot pepper paste from Southeastern Turkey, intensely aromatic and spicy
In season: Summer · Autumn
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 tablespoon (medium) of Antep hot pepper paste (20 g) has 18 calories. That works out to 90 calories per 100 g. It contains 3.4 g of carbs, 0.6 g of protein, 0.2 g of fat and 1.2 g of fiber. Its 220 µg of Vitamin A covers 24% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 25 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 20 g
18
KCAL / 20G
Carbs
3.4g
· 1% DV
Protein
0.6g
· 1% DV
Fat
0.2g
· 0% DV
Fiber
1.2g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 76% · Protein 13% · Fat 11%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 18 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.2 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.04 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 420 mg | 18% |
| Total carbohydrate | 3.4 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 1.2 g | 4% |
| Protein | 0.6 g | 1% |
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 tablespoon (medium) | 20 g | 18 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 7 g | 6 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 30 g | 27 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (large) | 40 g | 36 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 90 kcal |
| 1 piece (whole) | 200 g | 180 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 220 g | 198 kcal |
| 1 pack (jumbo) | 400 g | 360 kcal |
Calculated from 90 calories per 100 g.
Antep hot pepper paste is made mainly from ripe red peppers that are crushed and concentrated, traditionally by drying in the sun. Salt is commonly added, but ingredients can vary by producer, so the texture and saltiness may differ.
Antep hot pepper paste is a Turkish pepper preserve, while harissa is a North African chili paste often seasoned with ingredients such as garlic, spices, and oil. Antep paste usually has a more direct red-pepper flavor and is commonly cooked into dishes.
Yes, Antep hot pepper paste can replace tomato paste when you want a pepper-forward, spicy result. Use less at first, since it can be much hotter and less sweet than tomato paste, and adjust the dish with other ingredients if needed.
No, Antep hot pepper paste does not have to be cooked before eating. You can stir a little into dips or spread it on bread, but briefly cooking it in oil helps mellow its raw edge and disperse its flavor through a dish.
Antep hot pepper paste works well in marinades for vegetables, tofu, fish, or meat. Mix a small amount with oil, lemon juice, and seasonings, then coat the food; taste the mixture first because the paste can make a marinade quite hot.
Antep hot pepper paste can taste bitter if it has been scorched during cooking or has aged poorly. Add it over moderate heat and stir briefly; if the paste itself smells unusual or shows mold, discard it rather than trying to mask the taste.
Yes, Antep hot pepper paste freezes well in small, airtight portions. Freeze only what you are unlikely to use soon, then thaw a portion in the refrigerator or add it directly to a hot dish. Avoid repeatedly thawing and refreezing the same batch.
Antep hot pepper paste pairs well with grilled foods, beans, eggs, flatbread, and grain dishes. Serve it as a small condiment or mix it with olive oil for dipping; its intense heat means it is usually better alongside milder foods.
No, Antep hot pepper paste is a moist, concentrated pepper purée, while pul biber is dried, crushed red pepper. The paste adds body and moisture to a recipe; pul biber mainly contributes dry heat and flakes.
To make a dish with Antep hot pepper paste less spicy, dilute it with more of the other ingredients or add a creamy component such as yogurt. Adding more water alone usually spreads the heat rather than neutralizing it.
Vitamins
Vitamin A
220µg · 24% DV
Vitamin C
17mg · 19% DV
Vitamin E
0.9mg · 6% DV
B6
0.1mg · 6% DV
Minerals
Sodium
420mg · 18% DV
Copper
0.03mg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
96mg · 3% DV
Iron
0.42mg · 2% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Antep hot pepper paste is a concentrated red-pepper seasoning from southeastern Turkey, especially associated with Gaziantep’s cooking. Peppers are crushed and reduced into a thick paste, producing a deeply aromatic flavour with a pronounced chilli heat; the exact intensity varies by batch.
In Turkey, cooks stir a little into soups, beans, bulgur dishes and stews, or spread a thin layer on bread. It also works well bloomed briefly in oil as the base for a dish, though its punch can quickly dominate milder ingredients. The paste brings fibre and carbohydrates in a small, flavourful portion rather than serving as a main source of protein. If you prefer less heat, blend it with tomato paste or start with a small spoonful.
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
High
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 2
Minimally 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.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.04g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.02g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.06g
Omega 6:3 ratio 4:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.