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Iskender Sauce Calories
Tomato-based, buttery, traditional Turkish döner sauce
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
2 tablespoon (medium) of Iskender Sauce (30 g) has 33 calories. That works out to 110 calories per 100 g. It contains 2.6 g of carbs, 0.5 g of protein, 2.3 g of fat and 0.5 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 40 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Iskender Sauce Nutrition Facts
Selected: 2 tablespoon (medium) · 30 g
33
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
2.6g
· 1% DV
Protein
0.5g
· 1% DV
Fat
2.3g
· 3% 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 31% · Protein 6% · Fat 63%
Iskender Sauce nutrition facts table · 2 tablespoon (medium) (30 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 33 kcal | |
| Total fat | 2.3 g | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 0.96 g | 5% |
| Trans fat | 0.02 g | |
| Sodium | 96 mg | 4% |
| 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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How Many Calories in 2 Tablespoons of Iskender Sauce?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 2 tablespoon (medium) | 30 g | 33 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 7 g | 8 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 15 g | 17 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 25 g | 28 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 40 g | 44 kcal |
| 3 tablespoon (large) | 45 g | 50 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 110 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 120 g | 132 kcal |
Calculated from 110 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Iskender Sauce
What is Iskender Sauce?
Iskender Sauce is the warm tomato-and-butter sauce served over Iskender kebab. It is usually spooned onto döner meat and pieces of pide, with yogurt and often extra melted butter served alongside or poured over the plate.
How do you make Iskender Sauce?
To make Iskender Sauce, cook tomato or tomato paste briefly in butter, then loosen it with a little water or stock. Season it with salt and pepper; keep it warm and pour it over the kebab just before serving.
What is in Iskender Sauce?
Iskender Sauce is typically made with tomato or tomato paste, butter, and sometimes water or meat stock. Salt and black pepper are common seasonings, while some recipes add chili; the exact ingredients vary between restaurants and home cooks.
Is Iskender Sauce spicy?
No, Iskender Sauce is usually savory rather than hot, with tomato and butter as its main flavors. Some versions include a little chili, and you can add red pepper flakes or serve hot pepper separately if you prefer more heat.
Does Iskender Sauce contain butter?
Yes, traditional Iskender Sauce is made with butter, and many servings get an extra pour of melted butter at the table. You can reduce the butter when making it at home, though the result will taste less rich.
How is Iskender Sauce served with kebab?
Iskender Sauce is served warm, spooned over döner meat arranged on pieces of pide. Yogurt usually goes beside the meat, and melted butter may be poured over the top; serving the sauce hot helps soften and flavor the bread.
Is Iskender Sauce the same as tomato sauce?
No, Iskender Sauce is a richer, kebab-specific sauce rather than plain tomato sauce. Butter gives it a fuller taste, and some versions use stock; it is designed to accompany döner and pide, not to serve as an all-purpose pasta sauce.
Can you use Iskender Sauce with foods other than Iskender kebab?
Yes, Iskender Sauce also works with döner, grilled meat, or warm flatbread. Its buttery tomato flavor pairs especially well with roasted or grilled foods, but it may overpower dishes with a delicate flavor.
How long does Iskender Sauce last in the fridge?
Iskender Sauce keeps for about three days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Let it cool and refrigerate it promptly; if it contains stock or meat juices, handle it carefully and reheat it thoroughly before serving.
Can you freeze Iskender Sauce?
Yes, Iskender Sauce can be frozen once cool. Freeze it in a sealed container, ideally in portions, then thaw it in the refrigerator; butter may separate slightly, so stir the sauce well while reheating it gently.
Iskender Sauce Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin A
36µg · 4% DV
Vitamin E
0.36mg · 2% DV
Vitamin C
2.1mg · 2% DV
B5
0.08mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Sodium
96mg · 4% DV
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
54mg · 2% DV
Manganese
0.02mg · 1% DV
Iskender Sauce Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Iskender Sauce
To burn the 33 calories in 2 tablespoon (medium) (30 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 Iskender Sauce?
Iskender sauce is the tomato-and-butter sauce served with İskender kebab, a dish associated with Bursa, Turkey. Made with tomato or tomato paste, butter and seasoning, it is usually smooth and glossy. The sauce is poured hot over sliced döner and pieces of pide, with yoghurt commonly served alongside.
Its flavour balances tangy tomato with rich, savoury butter, making it central to the dish rather than just a dip. You can also serve it over homemade döner or grilled meat with bread. Nutritionally, it contributes more fat and carbohydrate than protein; a 100 g portion provides 110 calories. Use a modest spoonful if you want a lighter plate, and add salad or extra yoghurt for a fresher contrast.
How Nutritious Is Iskender 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 Iskender 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 Iskender Sauce Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Iskender Sauce Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Iskender Sauce Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.96g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.75g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.24g
Omega 6:3 ratio 4:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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