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Black Mussel Sauce Calories
Mussel-based sauce with a savory, salty, umami-rich flavor
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 tablespoon (medium) of Black Mussel Sauce (15 g) has 12 calories. That works out to 80 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.1 g of carbs, 0.8 g of protein, 0.5 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 0.5 µg of B12 covers 20% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 40 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Black Mussel Sauce Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 15 g
12
KCAL / 15G
Carbs
1.1g
· 0% DV
Protein
0.8g
· 2% DV
Fat
0.5g
· 1% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 36% · Protein 26% · Fat 38%
Black Mussel Sauce nutrition facts table · 1 tablespoon (medium) (15 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 12 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.5 g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.11 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 98 mg | 4% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1.1 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0.8 g | 2% |
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 Black Mussel Sauce?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 15 g | 12 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 5 g | 4 kcal |
| 1 ounce (medium) | 28 g | 22 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (large) | 30 g | 24 kcal |
| 0.25 cup (quarter) | 60 g | 48 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 80 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 100 g | 80 kcal |
| ½ cup (half) | 120 g | 96 kcal |
| 1 cup (whole) | 240 g | 192 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 250 g | 200 kcal |
Calculated from 80 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Black Mussel Sauce
What is black mussel sauce?
Black mussel sauce is a processed, savory sauce that brings mussel flavor and umami to food. There is no single standard recipe, so products can differ in mussel content, seasoning, texture, and intensity.
How do you use black mussel sauce?
Add black mussel sauce in small amounts to pasta, rice, vegetables, or seafood. Its salty, concentrated flavor can quickly dominate a dish, so stir in a little first, taste, and adjust before adding more.
What does black mussel sauce taste like?
Black mussel sauce tastes savory, salty, and distinctly oceanic, with a strong umami quality. The intensity varies between products, so it works best when added gradually rather than used like a mild table sauce.
How is black mussel sauce made?
There is no universal recipe for black mussel sauce. Homemade versions can blend cooked mussel meat with a little cooking liquid and seasonings; commercial versions are processed sauces, and their ingredients and methods vary by product.
What dishes go well with black mussel sauce?
Black mussel sauce pairs well with pasta, rice, vegetables, and seafood. It adds a mussel-forward savory note to simple dishes; taste before salting, since the sauce itself can be quite salty.
Is black mussel sauce the same as oyster sauce?
No, black mussel sauce and oyster sauce are not the same. They come from different shellfish and have distinct flavors; oyster sauce is commonly used in many East Asian dishes, while black mussel sauce has a mussel-specific taste.
How should you store black mussel sauce after opening?
Keep black mussel sauce sealed in the refrigerator after opening. Follow the product’s storage directions and use-by guidance, since shelf life varies; refrigerate homemade sauce promptly and use it soon.
Can you freeze black mussel sauce?
Yes, black mussel sauce can be frozen, although thawing may change its texture. Freeze it in small, sealed portions, thaw in the refrigerator, and avoid refreezing sauce once it has thawed.
Can black mussel sauce replace fish sauce?
Black mussel sauce can replace fish sauce in some recipes, but it brings a stronger mussel flavor and may have a different consistency. Start with less than the recipe’s fish sauce amount and adjust the other salt to taste.
Can you heat black mussel sauce?
Yes, black mussel sauce can be added to hot dishes. Stir it in near the end of cooking if you want to keep its flavor from becoming too concentrated or overpowering the other ingredients.
Black Mussel Sauce Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
0.48µg · 20% DV
B3
0.17mg · 1% DV
B2
0.01mg · 1% DV
B6
0.01mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Selenium
2.7µg · 5% DV
Sodium
98mg · 4% DV
Iodine
5.25µg · 4% DV
Phosphorus
11mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
19mg · 1% DV
Black Mussel Sauce Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Black Mussel Sauce
To burn the 12 calories in 1 tablespoon (medium) (15 g):
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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 Black Mussel Sauce?
Black Mussel Sauce is a savoury condiment made with mussels, used to bring a concentrated seafood flavour to a dish. Recipes and texture vary by product, so it may be spoonable or more suited to mixing into other ingredients.
Its salty, umami-rich taste works well with fish, shellfish, pasta, rice and vegetable dishes; use a little at a time so it complements rather than overwhelms the main ingredients. A tablespoon stirred through a warm dish is an easy way to try it, or serve a small amount alongside seafood. It provides 5 g of protein per 100 g, though a typical serving is much smaller. Taste before adding extra salt, and pair it with fresh herbs or lemon for a brighter finish.
How Nutritious Is Black Mussel Sauce?
Nutrient density
Medium
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
Medium
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 Black Mussel 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 Black Mussel Sauce Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Black Mussel Sauce Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Black Mussel Sauce Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.11g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.16g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.11g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2.7:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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