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Butcher sauce Calories
Spiced tomato-based meat sauce
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
2 tablespoon (medium) of Butcher sauce (30 g) has 26 calories. That works out to 85 calories per 100 g. It contains 3.6 g of carbs, 0.5 g of protein, 1.1 g of fat and 0.4 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Butcher sauce Nutrition Facts
Selected: 2 tablespoon (medium) · 30 g
26
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
3.6g
· 1% DV
Protein
0.5g
· 1% DV
Fat
1.1g
· 1% DV
Fiber
0.4g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 55% · Protein 8% · Fat 37%
Butcher sauce nutrition facts table · 2 tablespoon (medium) (30 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 26 kcal | |
| Total fat | 1.1 g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.15 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 204 mg | 9% |
| Total carbohydrate | 3.6 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% |
| Protein | 0.5 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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How Many Calories in 2 Tablespoons of Butcher sauce?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 2 tablespoon (medium) | 30 g | 26 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 5 g | 4 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 15 g | 13 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 45 g | 38 kcal |
| 4 tablespoon (large) | 60 g | 51 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 85 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 240 g | 204 kcal |
Calculated from 85 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Butcher sauce
What is butcher sauce?
Butcher sauce is a tomato-based sauce seasoned with spices, commonly served with or added to meat. There is no single standard recipe, so its texture, heat, and seasoning can vary between makers.
What ingredients are in butcher sauce?
Tomato and spices form the base of butcher sauce. Some versions also use ingredients such as garlic, onion, or pepper, but recipes differ; check the ingredient list on a packaged sauce for its specific contents.
How do you use butcher sauce on steak?
Use butcher sauce as a finishing sauce for steak, either spooned over the cooked meat or served on the side. Adding it near the end of cooking helps keep the tomato-based sauce from scorching over high heat.
Can butcher sauce be used as a marinade?
Yes, butcher sauce can be used to coat meat for a short marinade. Keep the marinating meat refrigerated, and discard any sauce that has touched raw meat rather than serving it at the table.
Is butcher sauce spicy?
Butcher sauce can be mild or spicy, depending on the peppers and seasoning in that particular recipe. Taste a small amount first, especially when serving it with a delicately flavored cut of meat.
Does butcher sauce need to be cooked?
No, butcher sauce does not necessarily need to be cooked; it can be served straight from the container as a condiment. You can also warm it gently, but prolonged high heat may make the tomato base thicken or burn.
What is the difference between butcher sauce and barbecue sauce?
Butcher sauce is typically tomato-based and seasoned to accompany meat, while barbecue sauce often has a sweeter, tangier profile and may include smoke flavor. The exact difference varies by recipe, so the names do not guarantee one fixed flavor.
What foods go well with butcher sauce?
Butcher sauce pairs well with grilled or roasted meats, including steak, burgers, and chicken. It also works as a dipping sauce for meatballs; serve it on the side when you want diners to control how much they use.
Can you make butcher sauce at home?
Yes, you can make butcher sauce at home by seasoning a tomato base and warming it until the flavors come together. Garlic, black pepper, and chili are possible additions, but adjust the seasoning to suit the meat you plan to serve.
How should butcher sauce be stored after opening?
Keep opened butcher sauce sealed in the refrigerator and use a clean utensil each time. Homemade sauce should also be refrigerated in a covered container and used promptly; follow the package directions if they specify different storage instructions.
Butcher sauce Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin C
1.8mg · 2% DV
Vitamin E
0.27mg · 2% DV
Vitamin A
13.5µg · 2% DV
B3
0.24mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Sodium
204mg · 9% DV
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
66mg · 2% DV
Manganese
0.04mg · 2% DV
Butcher sauce Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Butcher sauce
To burn the 26 calories in 2 tablespoon (medium) (30 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 Butcher sauce?
Butcher sauce is a spiced, tomato-based sauce commonly served alongside meat. Despite the name, it need not contain meat itself; recipes and heat levels can vary. Its savoury, tangy flavour makes it a handy accompaniment rather than a dish in its own right.
Serve it with grilled meat, kebabs or burgers, or use a little as a dip or sandwich spread. It brings flavour and some carbohydrates, but is not a meaningful source of protein. For a lighter meal, use a modest spoonful and pair it with grilled vegetables or a fresh salad.
How Nutritious Is Butcher 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
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 Butcher 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 Butcher sauce Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Butcher 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
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Butcher sauce Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.15g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.42g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.27g
Omega 6:3 ratio 12:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (12:1).
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