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Sauce made from tomatoes, peppers, and spices, used with fried foods
In season: Summer · Autumn
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
2 tablespoon (medium) of Fried sauce (30 g) has 20 calories. That works out to 65 calories per 100 g. It contains 2.6 g of carbs, 0.5 g of protein, 0.8 g of fat and 0.5 g of fiber. Its 96 µg of Vitamin A covers 11% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 40 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 2 tablespoon (medium) · 30 g
20
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
2.6g
· 1% DV
Protein
0.5g
· 1% DV
Fat
0.8g
· 1% DV
Fiber
0.5g
· 2% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 53% · Protein 10% · Fat 37%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 20 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.8 g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.09 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 126 mg | 5% |
| Total carbohydrate | 2.6 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% |
| 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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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 2 tablespoon (medium) | 30 g | 20 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (extra small) | 5 g | 3 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 15 g | 10 kcal |
| 3 tablespoon (large) | 45 g | 29 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 50 g | 33 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 65 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 200 g | 130 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 250 g | 163 kcal |
Calculated from 65 calories per 100 g.
Fried sauce is made by cooking tomatoes and peppers with spices until they soften and the mixture thickens. Blend it smooth or leave it chunky, then serve it with fried vegetables or potatoes.
Fried sauce is a processed sauce made primarily from tomatoes, peppers, and spices. Recipes may also include onion, garlic, oil, or vinegar, so its flavour and texture vary from one version to another.
Fried sauce goes well with fried eggplant, zucchini, peppers, and potatoes. Serve it alongside the food as a dip, or spoon it over fried vegetables just before eating if you prefer them saucy.
No, fried sauce is not necessarily the same as ketchup. This tomato-and-pepper sauce is commonly seasoned for fried foods, while ketchup typically has a sweeter, tangier profile and a smoother texture.
Fried sauce can be served hot, warm, or cold. Warm sauce is often spooned over fried vegetables, while chilled or room-temperature sauce works well as a dip for fries.
Fried sauce generally keeps for about 3–4 days in a clean, covered container in the refrigerator. Use a clean spoon each time, and discard it if its smell or appearance changes.
Yes, fried sauce can be frozen. Cool it first, portion it into airtight containers, and thaw it in the refrigerator; stir it well before serving, since freezing can change its texture.
Fried sauce can be preserved for longer storage only with a tested canning method suited to its ingredients and acidity. Simply pouring hot sauce into a jar and sealing it does not make it safe to store at room temperature.
Fried sauce is not always spicy; its heat depends on the peppers and seasonings used. For a mild homemade version, omit hot peppers and add chilli separately at the table.
Yes, but keep fried sauce in a separate dipping bowl until serving. Pouring it over fries well before eating softens their crisp exterior, especially if the fries are left sitting.
Vitamins
Vitamin A
96µg · 11% DV
Vitamin C
3mg · 3% DV
Vitamin K
2.1µg · 2% DV
B6
0.03mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Sodium
126mg · 5% DV
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
63mg · 2% DV
Phosphorus
8.4mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 20 calories in 2 tablespoon (medium) (30 g):
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Fried sauce is a thick, savoury condiment made with tomatoes, peppers and spices, served alongside fried foods. Recipes vary: some are blended smooth, while others retain a little texture, and the balance of sweetness, tang and heat depends on the ingredients.
It works as a dip for chips, fritters and fried vegetables, or can be spooned over them at the table. Its nutritional profile is modest in calories, with most of its energy coming from carbohydrates; 100 g provides 65 calories. Use a small spoonful to add flavour, and pair it with a fresh salad or vegetables for a lighter meal.
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.
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.
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.
No known major allergens
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
SATURATED
0.09g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.33g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.06g
Omega 6:3 ratio 5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (5:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.