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A glossy golden-yellow butter sauce pools in a small shallow dish, dotted with fine reddish-brown spice flecks.
●Low GI

Butter Spiced Sauce Calories

Rich, aromatic sauce made with butter and assorted spices.

In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter

CALORIES · 100 G

420kcal

GI

5low

POTASSIUM · 100 G

30mg

FIBER · 100 G

0.7g

Quick answer

1 tablespoon (medium) of Butter Spiced Sauce (15 g) has 63 calories. That works out to 420 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.4 g of carbs, 0.1 g of protein, 6.8 g of fat and 0.1 g of fiber. Its 97.5 µg of Vitamin A covers 11% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 5 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.

Butter Spiced Sauce Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 15 g

63

KCAL / 15G

Carbs

0.4g

· 0% DV

Protein

0.1g

· 0% DV

Fat

6.8g

· 9% DV

Fiber

0.1g

· 0% 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%

Butter Spiced Sauce nutrition facts table · 1 tablespoon (medium) (15 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories63 kcal
Total fat6.8 g9%
Saturated fat4.2 g21%
Trans fat0.15 g
Sodium53 mg2%
Total carbohydrate0.4 g0%
Fiber0.1 g0%
Protein0.1 g0%

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 Spiced Sauce?

ServingAmountCalories
1 tablespoon (medium)15 g63 kcal
1 teaspoon (small)5 g21 kcal
1 serving (medium)25 g105 kcal
2 tablespoon (large)30 g126 kcal
1 serving (large)40 g168 kcal
100 g100 g420 kcal
1 cup (jumbo)220 g924 kcal

Calculated from 420 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Butter Spiced Sauce

What is butter spiced sauce used for?

Butter spiced sauce is used to add a rich, aromatic finish to dishes such as steak, roasted vegetables, potatoes, rice, and pasta. Spoon it over the food just before serving so the butter flavor and spices remain noticeable.

How do you make butter spiced sauce?

Melt butter gently, stir in your chosen spices, and warm them briefly to release their aroma. Avoid browning or burning the butter. The exact spice blend varies, but black pepper, paprika, chili, garlic, or herbs are common choices.

What spices go well in butter spiced sauce?

Black pepper, paprika, chili flakes, garlic, and dried herbs all work well in butter spiced sauce. Choose the blend for the dish: chili and garlic suit potatoes, while black pepper and thyme pair naturally with steak or roasted vegetables.

Can butter spiced sauce be made ahead?

Yes, butter spiced sauce can be made ahead and refrigerated in a covered container. Reheat only the amount you need over low heat, stirring as it warms. Discard it if it has been left out for a long time or develops an unusual smell.

Can you use butter spiced sauce on steak?

Yes, butter spiced sauce makes a flavorful finishing sauce for steak. Spoon a little over the cooked steak while it rests, or serve it on the side; adding it at the end helps prevent the butter and spices from burning.

Why does butter spiced sauce separate when reheated?

Butter spiced sauce can separate when reheated too quickly or at high heat because its fat and milk solids come apart. Warm it gently while stirring, and do not let it boil; a slightly separated sauce can often be brought together by stirring.

Can you freeze butter spiced sauce?

Yes, butter spiced sauce can be frozen in small portions, although its texture may separate after thawing. Thaw it in the refrigerator and reheat gently while stirring. Freezing it in an ice-cube tray makes it easier to use a little at a time.

What can you serve with butter spiced sauce?

Butter spiced sauce goes well with grilled meat, roasted vegetables, potatoes, rice, and plain pasta. Match the spices to the main dish, and serve the sauce separately when diners may want different amounts of heat or richness.

How do you stop butter spiced sauce from burning?

Keep butter spiced sauce over low heat and add the spices after the butter has melted, not after it has browned. Stir briefly and remove it from the heat as soon as the spices smell fragrant, since scorched butter turns bitter.

What can you use instead of butter spiced sauce?

For a similar savory finish, use olive oil warmed with compatible spices or plain melted butter with herbs. Olive oil works well on vegetables and pasta; for a dish that relies on buttery flavor, the result will be different but still flavorful.

Butter Spiced Sauce Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

Vitamin A

97.5µg · 11% DV

Vitamin E

0.33mg · 2% DV

Biotin

0.3µg · 1% DV

Vitamin K

1.2µg · 1% DV

Minerals

Sodium

53mg · 2% DV

Phosphorus

2.7mg · 0% DV

Selenium

0.15µg · 0% DV

Calcium

2.7mg · 0% DV

Potassium ⭐

4.5mg · 0% DV

Butter Spiced Sauce Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

5
Low
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

0
Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Butter Spiced Sauce

To burn the 63 calories in 1 tablespoon (medium) (15 g):

🚶

16min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

6min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

9min

Cycling

🏊

7min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Butter Spiced Sauce?

Butter Spiced Sauce is made by blending melted butter with a selection of spices; the exact mix can vary from one kitchen to another. Its buttery richness carries the spices’ aroma, with a smooth texture that coats food easily. It is useful as a finishing sauce: spoon it over grilled meat or fish, roasted vegetables, rice or pasta, or serve it alongside bread for dipping. In Turkey, it can also add a fragrant touch to home-cooked dishes, especially grilled foods and pilaf. The sauce is predominantly fat, with 45 g of fat per 100 g, so a little goes a long way. Start with about a tablespoon, then adjust to taste and account for any salt or seasoning already in the dish.

How Nutritious Is Butter Spiced Sauce?

Nutrient density

Low

25/ 100

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

4/ 100

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 Spiced 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 Spiced Sauce Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

Gluten free
Dairy yes
Eggs free
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Butter Spiced Sauce Good For?

Vegan

— Not suitable

Vegetarian

✓ Suitable

Gluten-Free

— Not suitable

Dairy-Free

— Not suitable

Mediterranean

✓ Suitable

Paleo

— Not suitable

Whole30

— Not suitable

DASH

— Not suitable

Keto

— Not suitable

Low FODMAP

— Not suitable

Butter Spiced Sauce Fat Profile

SATURATED

4.2g

MONOUNSATURATED

1.73g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.3g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 2:1

Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.