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Isot chili flakes Calories
Smoky, mildly sweet chili flakes from Urfa, Turkey
In season: Summer · Autumn
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 tablespoon (medium) of Isot chili flakes (7 g) has 20 calories. That works out to 282 calories per 100 g. It contains 3.5 g of carbs, 0.8 g of protein, 0.9 g of fat and 1.9 g of fiber. Its 2.9 mg of Vitamin E covers 19% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 10 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Isot chili flakes Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 7 g
20
KCAL / 7G
Carbs
3.5g
· 1% DV
Protein
0.8g
· 2% DV
Fat
0.9g
· 1% DV
Fiber
1.9g
· 7% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 55% · Protein 13% · Fat 32%
Isot chili flakes nutrition facts table · 1 tablespoon (medium) (7 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 20 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.9 g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.16 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 4.2 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 3.5 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 1.9 g | 7% |
| Protein | 0.8 g | 2% |
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 Isot chili flakes?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 7 g | 20 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 2.5 g | 7 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (large) | 14 g | 39 kcal |
| 1 pack (medium) | 50 g | 141 kcal |
| 1 cup (whole) | 80 g | 226 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 282 kcal |
| 1 pack (large) | 100 g | 282 kcal |
Calculated from 282 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Isot chili flakes
What are isot chili flakes?
Isot chili flakes are a dark, smoky seasoning made from peppers associated with Şanlıurfa in southeastern Turkey. Their flavor is mildly sweet and fruity as well as hot, which makes them different from many standard red pepper flakes.
How do you use isot chili flakes?
Use isot chili flakes to season çiğ köfte, kebabs, eggs, soups, or roasted vegetables. Add them gradually and taste as you go; stirring them into warm oil off the heat can bring out their smoky aroma without scorching them.
Are isot chili flakes the same as Aleppo pepper?
No, isot chili flakes and Aleppo pepper are different regional pepper products. Both can be fruity and moderately hot, but isot is typically darker and has a distinctive smoky character from its traditional drying and processing.
How spicy are isot chili flakes?
Isot chili flakes are usually moderately hot, with a smoky, slightly sweet flavor alongside the heat. The intensity varies between products, so start with a small amount and add more after tasting the dish.
What is the difference between isot chili flakes and regular chili flakes?
Isot chili flakes are darker and more smoky and fruity than many ordinary chili flakes, which tend to emphasize direct heat. Isot’s distinctive flavor comes from the Urfa pepper and its traditional drying process.
What can I use instead of isot chili flakes?
Aleppo pepper or ordinary red chili flakes can replace isot chili flakes when needed, but neither fully matches their smoky sweetness. For a closer flavor, combine chili flakes with a little smoked paprika.
Why are isot chili flakes so dark?
Isot chili flakes get their deep color through a traditional process in which Urfa peppers are sun-dried and often covered overnight to sweat. The process also helps develop their characteristic smoky, fruity flavor.
Do isot chili flakes go in çiğ köfte?
Yes, isot chili flakes are a classic seasoning for çiğ köfte, the Turkish bulgur dish. Mix them in gradually as you knead so the flavor and color spread evenly, adjusting the amount to suit your preferred heat.
Can you cook isot chili flakes in oil?
Yes, isot chili flakes can be warmed briefly in oil to release their aroma, but avoid frying them over high heat. They can scorch and turn bitter, so stir them into warm oil after taking the pan off the heat.
How should you store isot chili flakes?
Store isot chili flakes in a tightly sealed container in a cool, dry, dark place. Keep moisture out and use a dry spoon; exposure to heat, light, or humidity can dull the aroma and make the flakes clump.
Isot chili flakes Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin E
2.88mg · 19% DV
Vitamin A
152.6µg · 17% DV
B6
0.18mg · 11% DV
Vitamin K
7.35µg · 6% DV
Minerals
Iron
1mg · 6% DV
Copper
0.05mg · 6% DV
Manganese
0.11mg · 5% DV
Potassium ⭐
141mg · 4% DV
Sodium
4.2mg · 0% DV
Isot chili flakes Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Isot chili flakes
To burn the 20 calories in 1 tablespoon (medium) (7 g):
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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 Isot chili flakes?
Isot chili flakes are made from ripe peppers grown around Şanlıurfa in southeastern Turkey. Traditionally, the peppers are dried and allowed to darken through a sun-drying and “sweating” process before being crushed. The result is a deep, dark flake with a smoky aroma, gentle sweetness and a moderate, lingering heat.
In Turkey, it seasons kebabs, çiğ köfte, eggs, soups and stews; a little warmed in oil can bring out its aroma. Elsewhere, try it on roasted vegetables, beans or eggs, or stir it into a dressing. It is a concentrated seasoning rather than a food eaten by the bowlful, and its fiber content is notable for a spice. Start with a pinch and add more to suit your heat preference.
How Nutritious Is Isot chili flakes?
Nutrient density
Very 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.
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 Isot chili flakes 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 Isot chili flakes Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Isot chili flakes 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
Isot chili flakes Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.16g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.12g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.57g
Omega 6:3 ratio 55:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (55:1).
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