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Tomato-based restaurant sauce
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 tablespoon (medium) of Köfteci Yusuf sauce (15 g) has 17 calories. That works out to 110 calories per 100 g. It contains 3.6 g of carbs, 0.2 g of protein, 0.2 g of fat and 0.2 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 15 g
17
KCAL / 15G
Carbs
3.6g
· 1% DV
Protein
0.2g
· 0% DV
Fat
0.2g
· 0% 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 85% · Protein 5% · Fat 10%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 17 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.2 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.02 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 143 mg | 6% |
| Total carbohydrate | 3.6 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% |
| Protein | 0.2 g | 0% |
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) | 15 g | 17 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 5 g | 6 kcal |
| 1 pack (mini) | 10 g | 11 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 25 g | 28 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (double) | 30 g | 33 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 40 g | 44 kcal |
| 3 tablespoon (triple) | 45 g | 50 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 60 g | 66 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 110 kcal |
Calculated from 110 calories per 100 g.
Köfteci Yusuf sauce is a thick, smooth, tomato-based restaurant sauce commonly served alongside köfte. Its concentrated tomato flavor makes it a condiment for grilled food rather than a thin cooking sauce.
Köfteci Yusuf sauce is tomato-based, but the restaurant’s complete recipe and ingredient list are not publicly established. It is best not to assume particular spices or other ingredients without checking the information provided with the specific serving.
Köfteci Yusuf sauce is not generally known as an intensely hot sauce; its tomato flavor is more prominent. The spice level may vary with the recipe or serving, so ask the restaurant if you need to avoid chilli.
There is no confirmed public recipe for Köfteci Yusuf sauce, but you can make a similar tomato dip at home. Cook tomato purée or tomato paste with a little oil and seasoning, then blend it for a smooth texture.
No, Köfteci Yusuf sauce is not simply ketchup. Although both are tomato-based, this sauce has a different texture and seasoning profile, so swapping it for ketchup can noticeably change the flavor of a meal.
Köfteci Yusuf sauce is most naturally served with köfte and grilled meats. It can also be used as a dip for bread or fries, where its thick texture makes it easy to scoop rather than pour.
Köfteci Yusuf sauce has a rich tomato-forward taste and a smooth, thick consistency. It works as a savory accompaniment to grilled food; the exact balance of sweetness and seasoning can depend on the version served.
Köfteci Yusuf sauce can be brushed onto cooked or nearly cooked food, but it is not necessarily formulated as a marinade. Its thick tomato base may stick or scorch over high heat, so use it near the end of cooking.
If Köfteci Yusuf sauce comes in a packaged container, refrigerate it after opening and follow the storage directions on that package. Keep restaurant-served sauce chilled if saving it, and do not leave it at room temperature for an extended time.
Yes, you can freeze Köfteci Yusuf sauce, although thawing may affect its smooth texture. Freeze it in a sealed, small portion, thaw it in the refrigerator, and stir well before serving; do not refreeze it after thawing.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
0.6mg · 1% DV
B3
0.11mg · 1% DV
Vitamin A
5.25µg · 1% DV
B6
0.01mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Sodium
143mg · 6% DV
Copper
0.01mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
27mg · 1% DV
Manganese
0.02mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 17 calories in 1 tablespoon (medium) (15 g):
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Köfteci Yusuf sauce is a tomato-based restaurant condiment served with köfte at the Turkish chain Köfteci Yusuf. It has a thick, smooth consistency and a glossy, deep red colour. Its tangy-sweet tomato character complements the savoury, browned flavour of the meatballs without needing to be the main focus of the plate.
In Turkey, it is commonly served alongside köfte, ready for dipping bread or adding to a bite of meat and sides. Its nutrition is mostly carbohydrate, with little protein and fat. For a lighter touch, serve it in a small dish and dip as you eat rather than coating the whole plate.
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.
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
0.02g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.03g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.03g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.