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Fresh black mulberries, low sugar, homemade; antioxidant rich
In season: Spring · Summer
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
2 tablespoon (medium) of Homemade Black Mulberry Sauce (40 g) has 38 calories. That works out to 95 calories per 100 g. It contains 8.8 g of carbs, 0.5 g of protein, 0.1 g of fat and 1 g of fiber. Its 8.8 mg of Vitamin C covers 10% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 50 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 2 tablespoon (medium) · 40 g
38
KCAL / 40G
Carbs
8.8g
· 3% DV
Protein
0.5g
· 1% DV
Fat
0.1g
· 0% DV
Fiber
1g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 92% · Protein 5% · Fat 3%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 38 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.1 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.01 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 0.8 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 8.8 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 1 g | 4% |
| 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) | 40 g | 38 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 7 g | 7 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 20 g | 19 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 30 g | 29 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 50 g | 48 kcal |
| 3 tablespoon (large) | 60 g | 57 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 95 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 100 g | 95 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 200 g | 190 kcal |
Calculated from 95 calories per 100 g.
Homemade Black Mulberry Sauce is made by gently simmering black mulberries with a little sugar and, optionally, lemon juice. Cook until the fruit softens and releases its juice, then blend for a smooth sauce or strain it to remove the seeds.
Homemade Black Mulberry Sauce is usually thinner and less concentrated than jam. It is made to drizzle over foods, while jam is cooked to a thicker, spreadable consistency and generally contains more sugar.
Homemade Black Mulberry Sauce goes well with yogurt, oatmeal, pancakes, waffles, ice cream, cheesecake, and rice pudding. Its pourable texture makes it especially useful as a topping; reduce it further if you want a thicker spread.
Homemade Black Mulberry Sauce usually keeps for about 3–5 days in a clean, airtight container in the refrigerator. Use a clean spoon each time, and discard it if you notice mold, an off smell, or an unusual change in appearance.
Yes, Homemade Black Mulberry Sauce freezes well. Cool it first, divide it into freezer-safe containers, and thaw it in the refrigerator when needed. The texture may separate slightly after thawing, so stir it before serving.
Yes, frozen mulberries work well for Homemade Black Mulberry Sauce. Add them straight to the saucepan; they will release extra liquid as they thaw, so simmer the sauce uncovered until it reaches the consistency you want.
Yes, you can make Homemade Black Mulberry Sauce without added sugar, although it will taste more tart and its sweetness will depend on how ripe the berries are. Taste it near the end of cooking and add a sweetener if desired.
Homemade Black Mulberry Sauce can turn out runny if the berries release a lot of juice or the sauce has not simmered long enough. Cook it uncovered over low heat to reduce the liquid; it will also thicken somewhat as it cools.
Yes, Homemade Black Mulberry Sauce can go between cake layers or on cheesecake, but a thin sauce may soak into the cake. Simmer it until thicker or strain it first, then let it cool before spreading.
Cooking Homemade Black Mulberry Sauce can reduce some heat-sensitive compounds, but it does not remove all of the beneficial plant compounds in mulberries. A shorter, gentle simmer helps preserve more of the fruit's fresh character as well as its color.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
8.8mg · 10% DV
Vitamin E
0.52mg · 3% DV
B2
0.04mg · 3% DV
Vitamin K
2.8µg · 2% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.04mg · 4% DV
Iron
0.72mg · 4% DV
Potassium ⭐
78mg · 2% DV
Manganese
0.04mg · 2% DV
Sodium
0.8mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Homemade Black Mulberry Sauce is made by simmering ripe black mulberries until they soften and thicken. Home recipes vary in sweetness, and some use only a little added sugar, letting the fruit’s deep, sweet-tart flavour come through. Its texture can range from pourable to thick and spoonable, depending on how long it is cooked.
In Turkey, where black mulberries are familiar in home cooking, the sauce is served at breakfast or spooned over yogurt, porridge and desserts. Elsewhere, it also works well on pancakes, toast or alongside mild cheeses. It is mainly a source of carbohydrates, with little fat and some fibre. For a lighter serving, use a small spoonful over plain yogurt or unsweetened oats.
High
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
0.01g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.02g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.04g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.