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Garlic chili oil Calories
High-fat condiment; aromatic with garlic and chili; energy-dense
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 tablespoon (medium) of Garlic chili oil (14 g) has 124 calories. That works out to 884 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.3 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 13.9 g of fat and 0.1 g of fiber. Its 2 mg of Vitamin E covers 14% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Garlic chili oil Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 14 g
124
KCAL / 14G
Carbs
0.3g
· 0% DV
Protein
0g
· 0% DV
Fat
13.9g
· 18% 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 1% · Protein 0% · Fat 99%
Garlic chili oil nutrition facts table · 1 tablespoon (medium) (14 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 124 kcal | |
| Total fat | 13.9 g | 18% |
| Saturated fat | 1.99 g | 10% |
| Trans fat | 0.01 g | |
| Sodium | 0.42 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.3 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0.1 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0 g | 0% |
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 Garlic chili oil?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 14 g | 124 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (medium) | 5 g | 44 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 10 g | 88 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 20 g | 177 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (double) | 28 g | 248 kcal |
| 3 tablespoon (triple) | 42 g | 371 kcal |
| 0.25 cup (quarter) | 55 g | 486 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 884 kcal |
| ½ cup (half) | 110 g | 972 kcal |
Calculated from 884 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Garlic chili oil
What is garlic chili oil?
Garlic chili oil is an oil-based condiment infused with garlic and chili, sometimes with crisp bits of either ingredient. It adds heat and a savory garlic aroma to food, and its texture and spice level vary by recipe.
How do you make garlic chili oil at home?
You can make garlic chili oil by pouring carefully heated oil over garlic and chili, or by gently cooking them in oil. Keep the heat low if cooking the aromatics directly: burnt garlic turns bitter and can spoil the flavor.
What do you eat garlic chili oil with?
Garlic chili oil works well on noodles, rice, eggs, dumplings, soups, roasted vegetables, and grilled meat or fish. Add it as a finishing condiment so its garlic aroma stays vivid, and start with a little because the heat can build.
How should homemade garlic chili oil be stored?
Refrigerate homemade garlic chili oil promptly and use it within four days, or freeze it for longer storage. Fresh garlic held in oil at room temperature can create a botulism risk, so do not leave a homemade batch on the counter.
Can you cook with garlic chili oil?
Yes, garlic chili oil can be used for cooking, but high heat may burn its garlic and chili pieces. For stir-fries or sautéed dishes, cook with a neutral oil and stir in the garlic chili oil near the end.
How can you make garlic chili oil less spicy?
Use less garlic chili oil or dilute it with a mild oil to reduce the heat in a dish. Stirring it into a creamy sauce or yogurt-based dip can also soften the sensation, though it does not remove the chili compounds.
Is garlic chili oil the same as chili crisp?
No, garlic chili oil is not necessarily chili crisp. Garlic chili oil may be mostly infused oil, while chili crisp typically contains more crunchy fried ingredients; some products combine both, so texture depends on the recipe.
Does garlic chili oil need to be refrigerated after opening?
Homemade garlic chili oil with fresh garlic should be refrigerated. For a commercially made bottle, follow its storage directions after opening, since processing and ingredients differ; refrigeration can also help preserve aroma and quality.
Why does garlic chili oil taste bitter?
Garlic chili oil usually tastes bitter when the garlic or chili has been cooked too hot or for too long. Use moderate heat, watch the aromatics closely, and remove them from the heat as soon as they turn fragrant rather than dark brown.
Can you use garlic chili oil as a dipping sauce?
Yes, garlic chili oil can be served as a dipping condiment for dumplings, bread, or grilled foods. For a less oily dip, mix a small amount into soy sauce, vinegar, or another suitable dipping base just before serving.
Garlic chili oil Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin E
2.03mg · 14% DV
Vitamin K
8.68µg · 7% DV
B6
0mg · 0% DV
B2
0mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Copper
0mg · 0% DV
Manganese
0.01mg · 0% DV
Iron
0.05mg · 0% DV
Phosphorus
1.4mg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
5.32mg · 0% DV
Sodium
0.42mg · 0% DV
Garlic chili oil Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Garlic chili oil
To burn the 124 calories in 1 tablespoon (medium) (14 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 Garlic chili oil?
Garlic chili oil is a pourable condiment made by infusing oil with garlic and chilli, often dried flakes. It appears in many food traditions rather than belonging to one single cuisine; homemade versions are easy to tailor in heat and garlic intensity.
Use it as a finishing drizzle over eggs, noodles, soups, vegetables or grilled foods. Its warmth and savoury garlic aroma come through strongly, so a little can go a long way. It is almost entirely fat and energy-dense: 100 g provides 884 calories. Add it at the table for control over the amount, or stir a small spoonful into yoghurt for a milder dip.
How Nutritious Is Garlic chili oil?
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 Garlic chili oil Processed?
NOVA 2
Minimally 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 Garlic chili oil Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Garlic chili oil 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
Garlic chili oil Fat Profile
SATURATED
1.99g
MONOUNSATURATED
10.23g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.47g
Omega 6:3 ratio 13.7:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (13.7:1).
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