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Chili oil sauce Calories
Oil-based spicy chili sauce
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 tablespoon (medium) of Chili oil sauce (15 g) has 123 calories. That works out to 820 calories per 100 g. It contains 1 g of carbs, 0.2 g of protein, 13.5 g of fat and 0.3 g of fiber. Its 1.8 mg of Vitamin E covers 12% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 5 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Chili oil sauce Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 15 g
123
KCAL / 15G
Carbs
1g
· 0% DV
Protein
0.2g
· 0% DV
Fat
13.5g
· 17% DV
Fiber
0.3g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 3% · Protein 1% · Fat 96%
Chili oil sauce nutrition facts table · 1 tablespoon (medium) (15 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 123 kcal | |
| Total fat | 13.5 g | 17% |
| Saturated fat | 1.95 g | 10% |
| Trans fat | 0.03 g | |
| Sodium | 117 mg | 5% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% |
| Protein | 0.2 g | 0% |
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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How Many Calories in 1 Tablespoon of Chili oil sauce?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 15 g | 123 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 5 g | 41 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 20 g | 164 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (double) | 30 g | 246 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 35 g | 287 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 50 g | 410 kcal |
| 0.25 cup (quarter) | 60 g | 492 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 820 kcal |
| ½ cup (half) | 120 g | 984 kcal |
Calculated from 820 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Chili oil sauce
What is chili oil sauce made of?
Chili oil sauce is oil infused with chili, often with flakes or other seasonings added. Recipes vary: some include garlic, sesame, or spices, while others keep the ingredients simple, so the name does not describe one fixed recipe.
How do you make chili oil sauce at home?
You can make chili oil sauce by pouring gently heated oil over dried chili flakes and seasonings. Keep the oil below smoking and avoid scorching the chili, which can make the sauce bitter; let it cool before storing.
What do you eat chili oil sauce with?
Chili oil sauce is commonly spooned over dumplings, noodles, rice, eggs, or soup. Add a little at a time, since the chili’s heat can build quickly and the oil can coat a whole dish.
What is the difference between chili oil sauce and chili crisp?
Chili oil sauce mainly delivers chili-infused oil, while chili crisp typically contains noticeable crunchy pieces such as fried chili, garlic, or shallots. The terms are sometimes used loosely, so texture is the clearest distinction.
Can you cook with chili oil sauce, or should you add it at the end?
You can cook with chili oil sauce, but prolonged high heat may burn its chili particles and dull its aroma. For a fresher, more pronounced flavor, stir it in near the end or drizzle it over the finished dish.
Why does homemade chili oil sauce taste bitter?
Homemade chili oil sauce usually tastes bitter when the oil is too hot or the chili, garlic, or other aromatics have burned. Heat the oil gently and remove it from the heat as soon as the ingredients become fragrant.
How should you store chili oil sauce after opening?
Store commercial chili oil sauce according to its package directions and use a clean, dry spoon. If a homemade version contains fresh garlic or other fresh ingredients, refrigerate it and use it promptly; do not leave it sitting at room temperature.
How can you make chili oil sauce less spicy?
To make chili oil sauce less spicy in a dish, use less of it and add a mild ingredient such as yogurt, coconut milk, or extra noodles. Stirring in more plain oil can soften the heat but also makes the dish oilier.
Can you put chili oil sauce on pizza?
Yes, chili oil sauce works as a finishing drizzle on pizza, especially with cheese, mushrooms, or roasted vegetables. Add it after baking so the chili flavor stays vivid and the sauce does not scorch in the oven.
What can you use instead of chili oil sauce?
A quick substitute for chili oil sauce is dried chili flakes stirred into a little gently warmed neutral or olive oil. It gives a similar spicy finish, though it will not reproduce the deeper flavor of a slowly infused sauce.
Chili oil sauce Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin E
1.8mg · 12% DV
Vitamin K
8.25µg · 7% DV
Vitamin C
1.2mg · 1% DV
B6
0.02mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Sodium
117mg · 5% DV
Manganese
0.03mg · 1% DV
Copper
0.01mg · 1% DV
Iron
0.17mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
21mg · 1% DV
Chili oil sauce Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Chili oil sauce
To burn the 123 calories in 1 tablespoon (medium) (15 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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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.
What is Chili oil sauce?
Chili oil sauce brings the heat of chilies together with oil, often with garlic or other seasonings depending on the recipe. There is no single origin or fixed formula: versions appear in several food traditions, from East Asian cooking to Turkish tables, and can range from gently fragrant to fiery.
Use it as a drizzle or dip for noodles, dumplings, eggs, soups, grilled foods or bread; a little can add both aroma and warmth. Its nutritional character is defined mostly by fat, so it is energy-dense despite being used in small amounts. Start with a teaspoon and add more to taste, or pair it with a fresh, crisp dish to balance its richness.
How Nutritious Is Chili oil sauce?
Nutrient density
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
Low
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.
Is Chili oil sauce Processed?
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.
Does Chili oil sauce Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Chili oil sauce Good For?
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Chili oil sauce Fat Profile
SATURATED
1.95g
MONOUNSATURATED
8.7g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.95g
Omega 6:3 ratio 22.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (22.5:1).
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