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A pool of deep reddish-brown oil with fine dark red pepper flakes suspended in it, glossy and slightly translucent at the edges.
●Low GI

Isot chili oil Calories

Aromatic oil infused with Urfa's famous isot chili, adds smoky heat and flavor to dishes.

In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter

CALORIES · 100 G

880kcal

GI

0low

POTASSIUM · 100 G

35mg

FIBER · 100 G

1.5g

Quick answer

1 tablespoon (medium) of Isot chili oil (14 g) has 123 calories. That works out to 880 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.4 g of carbs, 0.1 g of protein, 13.6 g of fat and 0.2 g of fiber. Its 1.7 mg of Vitamin E covers 11% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.

Isot chili oil Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 14 g

123

KCAL / 14G

Carbs

0.4g

· 0% DV

Protein

0.1g

· 0% DV

Fat

13.6g

· 17% DV

Fiber

0.2g

· 1% 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%

Isot chili oil nutrition facts table · 1 tablespoon (medium) (14 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories123 kcal
Total fat13.6 g17%
Saturated fat1.96 g10%
Trans fat0 g
Sodium0.28 mg0%
Total carbohydrate0.4 g0%
Fiber0.2 g1%
Protein0.1 g0%

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 oil?

ServingAmountCalories
1 tablespoon (medium)14 g123 kcal
1 teaspoon (small)5 g44 kcal
1 serving (medium)20 g176 kcal
2 tablespoon (large)28 g246 kcal
1 piece (medium)30 g264 kcal
1 pack (medium)50 g440 kcal
100 g100 g880 kcal
1 cup (large)220 g1936 kcal
1 bottle (large)250 g2200 kcal

Calculated from 880 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Isot chili oil

What is Isot chili oil?

Isot chili oil is an aromatic, minimally processed oil infused with Urfa’s dried isot pepper. It brings smoky, gently sweet heat to food, and its flavor varies with the oil and amount of pepper used.

How do you use Isot chili oil?

Drizzle Isot chili oil over soups, eggs, beans, grilled meat, or hummus, or stir a little into sauces and dressings. Start with a small amount so its smoky pepper flavor complements rather than overwhelms the dish.

What does Isot chili oil taste like?

Isot chili oil tastes smoky, savory, and mildly sweet, with a peppery finish. Its distinctive dried-pepper aroma sets it apart from plain hot oil; the intensity depends on the recipe and the amount of isot.

Can you make Isot chili oil at home?

Yes, you can make Isot chili oil by combining dried isot pepper with oil and letting the pepper infuse it. Use a clean, dry container, and refrigerate homemade oil, especially if you add any fresh ingredients.

Is Isot chili oil very spicy?

Isot chili oil is usually warming rather than intensely hot, but the heat varies by product and recipe. Add it gradually and taste as you go, particularly when serving it to people unfamiliar with isot pepper.

How is Isot chili oil different from regular chili oil?

Isot chili oil gets its character from Urfa isot pepper, which gives it a smoky, slightly sweet flavor. Regular chili oil can use other chilies and may taste sharper, hotter, or less smoky.

What foods pair well with Isot chili oil?

Isot chili oil pairs especially well with eggs, lentils, chickpeas, roasted vegetables, grilled meat, and yogurt-based dips. Its smoky flavor also works as a finishing touch on flatbreads and simple grain bowls.

Should you cook with Isot chili oil or add it at the end?

Add Isot chili oil near the end of cooking or at the table to preserve its smoky aroma. You can cook with it briefly, but prolonged high heat can dull the pepper’s distinctive flavor.

How should you store Isot chili oil?

Keep Isot chili oil tightly sealed, away from heat and direct light. Refrigerate homemade batches; discard the oil if it develops an off smell or an unusual appearance, rather than tasting it to check.

What can you use instead of Isot chili oil?

Mix a little dried isot pepper into olive oil or another cooking oil for the closest substitute. Ordinary chili oil adds heat, but it will not fully reproduce isot’s smoky, gently sweet flavor.

Isot chili oil Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

Vitamin E

1.68mg · 11% DV

Vitamin A

8.4µg · 1% DV

Vitamin K

0.98µg · 1% DV

Biotin

0.21µg · 1% DV

Minerals

Iron

0.1mg · 1% DV

Copper

0mg · 0% DV

Manganese

0mg · 0% DV

Potassium ⭐

4.9mg · 0% DV

Sodium

0.28mg · 0% DV

Isot chili oil Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

0
Low
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

0
Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Isot chili oil

To burn the 123 calories in 1 tablespoon (medium) (14 g):

🚶

30min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

13min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

17min

Cycling

🏊

14min

Swimming

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 oil?

Isot chili oil is made by infusing oil with isot, the dried, dark red pepper associated with Şanlıurfa in southeastern Turkey. The pepper lends the oil a distinctive smoky, slightly fruity aroma; its warmth can vary with the pepper and how much is used.

In Turkish cooking, it is often drizzled over kebabs, lahmacun, eggs or soup, and can also season salads and mezze. Use it as a finishing oil when you want its aroma to stand out, or serve a little alongside bread for dipping. It is almost entirely fat, so it is energy-dense, but a small amount can add plenty of character. Measure it into a dish rather than pouring freely if you want to keep the portion modest.

How Nutritious Is Isot chili oil?

Nutrient density

Low

20/ 100

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

9/ 100

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 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 Isot chili oil Contain Allergens?

No known major allergens

Gluten free
Dairy free
Eggs free
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Isot 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

Isot chili oil Fat Profile

SATURATED

1.96g

MONOUNSATURATED

9.8g

POLYUNSATURATED

1.82g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 16.8:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (16.8:1).

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.