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Butter pepper paste sauce Calories
Butter-based sauce with pepper paste
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 tablespoon (medium) of Butter pepper paste sauce (15 g) has 77 calories. That works out to 515 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.9 g of carbs, 0.3 g of protein, 8.3 g of fat and 0.2 g of fiber. Its 63 µg of Vitamin A covers 7% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Butter pepper paste sauce Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 15 g
77
KCAL / 15G
Carbs
0.9g
· 0% DV
Protein
0.3g
· 1% DV
Fat
8.3g
· 11% DV
Fiber
0.2g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 5% · Protein 2% · Fat 93%
Butter pepper paste sauce nutrition facts table · 1 tablespoon (medium) (15 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 77 kcal | |
| Total fat | 8.3 g | 11% |
| Saturated fat | 5.18 g | 26% |
| Trans fat | 0.24 g | |
| Sodium | 63 mg | 3% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.9 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% |
| Protein | 0.3 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 1 Tablespoon of Butter pepper paste sauce?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 15 g | 77 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 5 g | 26 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 25 g | 129 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (double) | 30 g | 155 kcal |
| 3 tablespoon (triple) | 45 g | 232 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 50 g | 258 kcal |
| 0.25 cup (quarter) | 60 g | 309 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 515 kcal |
| ½ cup (half) | 120 g | 618 kcal |
Calculated from 515 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Butter pepper paste sauce
How do you make butter pepper paste sauce?
Melt butter over low heat, stir in pepper paste, and cook it briefly until fragrant. Add a little hot water if you want a looser sauce. Keep the heat low: both the butter and paste can scorch quickly and turn bitter.
What do you serve butter pepper paste sauce with?
Butter pepper paste sauce is commonly spooned over Turkish dumplings such as mantı, as well as noodles and pasta. It also works over boiled vegetables or soup; its concentrated, savory flavor means you can start with a small amount.
Is butter pepper paste sauce the same as Turkish mantı sauce?
Butter pepper paste sauce is a common topping for mantı, but mantı sauces vary. Some use tomato paste, some pepper paste, and many include dried mint or red pepper flakes; the dish may also be served with garlicky yogurt.
Can you make butter pepper paste sauce with tomato paste?
Yes, tomato paste can replace pepper paste in butter pepper paste sauce. It gives a milder, slightly sweeter flavor, while pepper paste is more robust and may be hot. You can combine the two to balance their flavors.
Why does butter pepper paste sauce turn greasy?
Butter pepper paste sauce can look greasy when the butter separates from the paste, especially after cooling or reheating. Warm it gently while stirring; a splash of hot water can help bring the sauce together and make it easier to pour.
How do you stop butter pepper paste sauce from burning?
Use low heat and stir butter pepper paste sauce frequently. Add the paste only after the butter has melted, cook it just until fragrant, and take the pan off the heat if the butter starts to brown or the paste darkens quickly.
Can you make butter pepper paste sauce ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare butter pepper paste sauce before serving and refrigerate it once cool. The butter will firm up, so reheat the sauce gently while stirring; add a little hot water if it has become too thick.
How long does butter pepper paste sauce keep in the fridge?
Keep leftover butter pepper paste sauce in a covered container in the refrigerator and use it within a few days. Take out portions with a clean utensil and reheat only what you plan to serve, rather than repeatedly warming the whole batch.
Can you freeze butter pepper paste sauce?
Yes, butter pepper paste sauce can be frozen in a sealed container or small portions. Its texture may separate after thawing, so warm it slowly and stir well; a little hot water can help smooth it out.
Does butter pepper paste sauce make you gain weight?
Eating butter pepper paste sauce does not automatically cause weight gain, but generous amounts can add substantial energy to a meal because it is butter-based. Use a modest spoonful over mantı or pasta if you are watching your overall intake.
Butter pepper paste sauce Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin A
63µg · 7% DV
Vitamin C
2.7mg · 3% DV
Vitamin E
0.27mg · 2% DV
Vitamin K
1.2µg · 1% DV
Minerals
Sodium
63mg · 3% DV
Copper
0.01mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
27mg · 1% DV
Manganese
0.02mg · 1% DV
Butter pepper paste sauce Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Butter pepper paste sauce
To burn the 77 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 Butter pepper paste sauce?
Butter pepper paste sauce is a simple Turkish-style sauce made by briefly cooking pepper paste in melted butter. Some home cooks add tomato paste as well. The paste gives the butter a deep red colour and a savoury, gently sweet pepper flavour.
It is commonly spooned hot over Turkish mantı, and also works with noodles, eggs or vegetables. Since butter makes up most of the sauce, it is energy-dense and high in fat, with little protein. A small spoonful can add plenty of flavour; loosen it with a splash of cooking water if you want it to coat a larger portion more lightly.
How Nutritious Is Butter pepper paste 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 Butter pepper paste 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 Butter pepper paste sauce Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Butter pepper paste sauce Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Butter pepper paste sauce Fat Profile
SATURATED
5.18g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.22g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.28g
Omega 6:3 ratio 4.8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (4.8:1).
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