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Classic bun hamburger with spicy peri sauce
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Hamburger with peri sauce (180 g) has 459 calories. That works out to 255 calories per 100 g. It contains 36.2 g of carbs, 23 g of protein, 24.1 g of fat and 2.7 g of fiber. Its 2 µg of B12 covers 83% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 52 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 180 g
459
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
36.2g
· 13% DV
Protein
23g
· 46% DV
Fat
24.1g
· 31% DV
Fiber
2.7g
· 10% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 32% · Protein 20% · Fat 48%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 459 kcal | |
| Total fat | 24.1 g | 31% |
| Saturated fat | 8.64 g | 43% |
| Trans fat | 0.63 g | |
| Sodium | 936 mg | 41% |
| Total carbohydrate | 36.2 g | 13% |
| Fiber | 2.7 g | 10% |
| Protein | 23 g | 46% |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 180 g | 459 kcal |
| 0.25 piece (quarter) | 45 g | 115 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 90 g | 230 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 255 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 140 g | 357 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 180 g | 459 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 240 g | 612 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 300 g | 765 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 360 g | 918 kcal |
Calculated from 255 calories per 100 g.
A hamburger with peri sauce tastes savory, tangy and usually spicy. The sauce’s heat varies by recipe, while the bun and burger patty soften its sharp chili and garlic flavors.
No. A hamburger with peri sauce is a burger served with peri-style sauce, while a peri-peri chicken burger specifically uses chicken. The name describes the sauce, not necessarily the type of patty.
Peri sauce is associated with southern African cooking and Portuguese influence, and takes its name from piri-piri chili peppers. A hamburger with peri sauce is a modern burger variation rather than a traditional dish from one single cuisine.
Keep a hamburger with peri sauce from getting soggy by storing the bun, patty and sauce separately when possible. Add the sauce just before eating, and avoid sealing a hot burger in a container, where trapped steam softens the bread.
Yes, you can freeze a hamburger with peri sauce, though the assembled burger may lose texture after thawing. For a better result, freeze the cooked patty separately from the bun and fresh toppings, then thaw and reheat the patty thoroughly.
Cheddar, Monterey Jack or a mild Swiss-style cheese works well in a hamburger with peri sauce. A mild, melting cheese complements the chili without overwhelming it; stronger cheeses can make the overall flavor saltier and more intense.
Reheat a hamburger with peri sauce gently, ideally warming the patty separately in a covered skillet with a splash of water. Toast the bun briefly and assemble afterward; this keeps the bread from turning damp while the patty heats through.
A hamburger with peri sauce can be eaten before a workout, but its fat and spicy sauce may feel heavy or irritating during exercise. If that happens to you, choose a smaller portion or leave more time between eating and training.
Children can eat a hamburger with peri sauce if they tolerate its heat, but the sauce may be too spicy for some. Serve the sauce separately so they can try a small amount, and make sure the patty is thoroughly cooked.
A hamburger with peri sauce is best served soon after assembly, while the bun is warm and the patty is juicy. If you are preparing several, keep the components warm separately and add sauce and fresh toppings just before serving.
Vitamins
B12
1.98µg · 83% DV
B3
7.56mg · 47% DV
Biotin
7.2µg · 24% DV
B6
0.36mg · 21% DV
Minerals
Selenium
27µg · 49% DV
Phosphorus
297mg · 42% DV
Sodium
936mg · 41% DV
Zinc
4.32mg · 39% DV
Potassium ⭐
396mg · 12% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 459 calories in 1 piece (medium) (180 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.
A hamburger with peri sauce is a classic bun-and-patty burger enlivened with a spicy peri-style sauce. Peri-peri sauce is associated with Portuguese and Southern African cooking; recipes often bring chilli heat together with tangy, savoury notes, though the exact blend varies.
The sauce gives the burger a lively kick against the soft bun and hearty patty. It is commonly served as a casual lunch or dinner, often with chips or a simple salad; a crisp drink or cold beer also suits it. It provides some protein, while 100 g contains 255 calories. For a lighter meal, choose salad instead of fried sides or ask for the sauce on the side so you can use just enough.
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.
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.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
8.64g
MONOUNSATURATED
9.36g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.06g
Omega 6:3 ratio 29:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (29:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.