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Chinese chili sauce Calories
Spicy, salty condiment sauce
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 tablespoon (medium) of Chinese chili sauce (15 g) has 16 calories. That works out to 104 calories per 100 g. It contains 3.1 g of carbs, 0.3 g of protein, 0.2 g of fat and 0.3 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 45 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Chinese chili sauce Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 15 g
16
KCAL / 15G
Carbs
3.1g
· 1% DV
Protein
0.3g
· 1% DV
Fat
0.2g
· 0% 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 81% · Protein 8% · Fat 11%
Chinese chili sauce nutrition facts table · 1 tablespoon (medium) (15 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 16 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.2 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.03 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 615 mg | 27% |
| Total carbohydrate | 3.1 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.3 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 Chinese chili sauce?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 15 g | 16 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 5 g | 5 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 20 g | 21 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (double) | 30 g | 31 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 35 g | 36 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 60 g | 62 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 104 kcal |
| 1 bottle (whole) | 200 g | 208 kcal |
Calculated from 104 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Chinese chili sauce
What is Chinese chili sauce made of?
Chinese chili sauce is made with chili peppers, but its other ingredients vary by style and brand. Garlic, oil, vinegar, salt, or fermented ingredients may be included, so check the ingredient list if you need to know what is in a particular jar.
How do you use Chinese chili sauce in a stir-fry?
Add Chinese chili sauce to a stir-fry near the end of cooking, then toss it through so it coats the ingredients without scorching. Start with a small amount, since some sauces are salty as well as hot, and adjust the dish’s other seasonings.
Is Chinese chili sauce the same as Sriracha?
No, Chinese chili sauce and Sriracha are not the same sauce. Sriracha is a particular smooth, garlicky hot sauce, while Chinese chili sauce is a broader category that can be chunky, oily, fermented, or made for specific regional dishes.
Is Chinese chili sauce very spicy?
Chinese chili sauce can range from mildly warm to intensely hot, depending on the peppers and recipe. If you are unfamiliar with a variety, taste a little first or stir a small amount into your dish before adding more.
What is the difference between Chinese chili sauce and doubanjiang?
Doubanjiang is a specific fermented paste traditionally made with chili and broad beans, while Chinese chili sauce is a broader label for many sauces. Some sauces may contain fermented ingredients, but they are not automatically interchangeable with doubanjiang in a recipe.
Can you put Chinese chili sauce in ramen?
Yes, Chinese chili sauce can add heat and savory flavor to ramen. Stir a little into the broth or add it to the finished bowl, then taste before adding more because the sauce can also make the soup saltier.
What can you serve with Chinese chili sauce?
Chinese chili sauce goes well with dumplings, steamed buns, noodles, and rice dishes. For a quick dumpling dip, mix a small amount with vinegar; add soy sauce only if the chili sauce is not already salty.
Can you make Chinese chili sauce at home?
Yes, you can make a simple Chinese-style chili sauce by gently cooking chopped chilies with garlic and oil, then seasoning it with salt and a little vinegar. Recipes vary, so this homemade version will not necessarily match a fermented or regional sauce.
Can Chinese chili sauce replace chili oil?
Sometimes, but Chinese chili sauce and chili oil differ in texture and how they season a dish. A thick or salty sauce may change a recipe more than chili oil would, so begin with less and adjust the other oil and salt.
Does Chinese chili sauce need to be refrigerated after opening?
Refrigerate Chinese chili sauce after opening unless its label gives different storage instructions. Use a clean utensil and close the jar tightly; homemade sauces can have different storage needs from commercially packaged ones.
Chinese chili sauce Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin C
2.7mg · 3% DV
B6
0.03mg · 2% DV
B3
0.14mg · 1% DV
Vitamin E
0.11mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Sodium
615mg · 27% DV
Copper
0.01mg · 1% DV
Manganese
0.03mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
33mg · 1% DV
Chinese chili sauce Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Chinese chili sauce
To burn the 16 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 Chinese chili sauce?
Chinese chili sauce is a spicy condiment associated with Chinese cooking, usually made with chilli peppers and salt, often with vinegar and aromatics such as garlic. There is no single fixed recipe: it may be smooth or chunky, and its heat and tang vary by style and brand.
Its punchy, salty flavour is commonly used to season noodles, rice, soups, dumplings and stir-fries, or served at the table so diners can add it to taste. Outside China, it also works as a quick flavour boost for everyday meals, from eggs to roasted vegetables. It brings plenty of flavour in a small spoonful, so start with a little and go easy on added salt when using it in a dish.
How Nutritious Is Chinese chili 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 Chinese chili 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 Chinese chili sauce Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Chinese chili sauce Good For?
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Chinese chili sauce Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.03g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.04g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.06g
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