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Spicy sauce made with Urfa (isot) pepper
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 tablespoon (medium) of Isot Pepper Sauce (18 g) has 20 calories. That works out to 110 calories per 100 g. It contains 3.2 g of carbs, 0.4 g of protein, 0.6 g of fat and 1 g of fiber. Its 6.3 mg of Vitamin C covers 7% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 25 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 18 g
20
KCAL / 18G
Carbs
3.2g
· 1% DV
Protein
0.4g
· 1% DV
Fat
0.6g
· 1% 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 65% · Protein 8% · Fat 27%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 20 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.6 g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.13 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 171 mg | 7% |
| Total carbohydrate | 3.2 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 1 g | 4% |
| Protein | 0.4 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 18 g | 20 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 6 g | 7 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 30 g | 33 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (large) | 36 g | 40 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 110 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 100 g | 110 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 220 g | 242 kcal |
Calculated from 110 calories per 100 g.
Isot Pepper Sauce is a spicy condiment made with isot, the dark, sun-dried Urfa pepper from southeastern Turkey. Recipes vary: some combine the pepper with oil, tomato paste, garlic, vinegar, or other seasonings, so the flavor and texture differ by product.
Use Isot Pepper Sauce as a table condiment for grilled meats, kebabs, wraps, eggs, or roasted vegetables. Start with a small spoonful and taste before adding more; its smoky, earthy flavor can quickly dominate a mild dish.
Isot Pepper Sauce is usually spicy, but it is often valued as much for its deep, smoky flavor as for heat. The kick varies with the recipe and pepper concentration, so add it gradually when serving people with different spice preferences.
Isot pepper is the dried Urfa pepper itself, while Isot Pepper Sauce is a prepared condiment made with that pepper and other ingredients. The sauce may be smoother, milder, or tangier than plain isot, depending on its recipe.
Yes, you can make Isot Pepper Sauce by mixing isot pepper with oil and, if desired, tomato paste, garlic, or vinegar. Add the pepper a little at a time, then let the mixture sit briefly so its smoky flavor infuses the sauce.
Isot Pepper Sauce pairs especially well with kebabs, grilled lamb or chicken, meatballs, and flatbread wraps. It also works with roasted vegetables and lentils, where a small amount adds smoky depth without requiring a separate spicy side dish.
Keep opened Isot Pepper Sauce tightly sealed in the refrigerator and use a clean utensil each time. Follow the product’s storage directions, since recipes differ; discard it if its smell, appearance, or texture changes noticeably.
Yes, Isot Pepper Sauce can stand in for harissa or another chili sauce when you want heat with a smoky, earthy note. Use less at first and adjust to taste, since its pepper flavor may be darker and less tangy than the substitute.
Yes, Isot Pepper Sauce can season pasta, especially tomato-based sauces, lentils, or roasted-vegetable toppings. Stir in a small amount near the end of cooking to preserve its distinctive aroma, then taste before adding extra salt or chili.
Isot Pepper Sauce is dark because it is made with isot, a Urfa pepper that darkens as it is dried and processed. The sauce’s other ingredients can also affect its color, so a deep brown or near-black appearance is characteristic.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
6.3mg · 7% DV
B6
0.05mg · 3% DV
Vitamin K
3.24µg · 3% DV
Vitamin A
19.8µg · 2% DV
Minerals
Sodium
171mg · 7% DV
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Iron
0.38mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
58mg · 2% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 20 calories in 1 tablespoon (medium) (18 g):
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Made with Urfa pepper—also known as isot—from Şanlıurfa in southeastern Türkiye, Isot Pepper Sauce brings the pepper’s distinctive dark, gently smoky and fruity heat to the table. Recipes vary, so the sauce’s texture and intensity can differ from one maker to another.
In Türkiye it is commonly served alongside kebabs, dürüm and lahmacun, or added sparingly to soups, eggs and sandwiches. Beyond its place of origin, it works as a table condiment wherever you want warmth without masking a dish’s other flavours. It contributes more seasoning than protein; a 100 g portion provides 5.5 g of fibre, though it is usually eaten in much smaller amounts. Start with a little, or serve it on the side so everyone can adjust the heat.
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
High
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
0.13g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.2g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.27g
Omega 6:3 ratio 6:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (6:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.