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Tomato-based hot/pepper sauce, low-calorie condiment
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 tablespoon (medium) of Oncu sauce (15 g) has 7 calories. That works out to 45 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.4 g of carbs, 0.2 g of protein, 0.1 g of fat and 0.2 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 15 g
7
KCAL / 15G
Carbs
1.4g
· 1% DV
Protein
0.2g
· 0% DV
Fat
0.1g
· 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 77% · Protein 11% · Fat 12%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 7 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.1 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.01 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 147 mg | 6% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1.4 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 | 7 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 5 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 20 g | 9 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (double) | 30 g | 14 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 40 g | 18 kcal |
| 3 tablespoon (triple) | 45 g | 20 kcal |
| 0.25 cup (quarter) | 60 g | 27 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 45 kcal |
| ½ cup (half) | 120 g | 54 kcal |
Calculated from 45 calories per 100 g.
Oncu sauce is a tomato- and pepper-based condiment associated with Turkish cuisine. It is used to add a savory, often spicy flavor to meals; the exact ingredients and heat can differ between varieties.
Oncu sauce can be quite spicy, though the heat depends on the variety. If you are unfamiliar with it, try a small dab before adding it to a whole dish, so the pepper does not overpower the other flavors.
Oncu sauce typically tastes tomatoey and peppery, with a savory flavor and varying levels of heat. Its exact balance depends on the variety, so a small taste is the best way to judge how it will work in your meal.
Oncu sauce works well alongside grilled meat, kebabs, eggs, roasted vegetables, and sandwiches. It can also add a Turkish-style pepper kick to rice or wraps; serve it separately when you want everyone to control the heat.
Yes, you can cook with Oncu sauce. Stir a little into a stew, soup, or pan sauce near the end of cooking, then taste before adding more; prolonged cooking can soften its fresh pepper flavor.
No, Oncu sauce is not the same as Turkish pepper paste. Sauce is ready to serve as a condiment, while pepper paste is thicker and more concentrated, and is commonly used as a cooking ingredient.
Yes, Oncu sauce can be served as a dip straight from the container. Pair it with bread, fries, or grilled foods, or mix a little into yogurt for a milder dip with a creamy texture.
Keep Oncu sauce tightly closed in the refrigerator after opening. Use a clean spoon rather than dipping food directly into the container, and follow any storage directions printed on the specific product.
Yes, you can make an Oncu-style sauce by cooking tomatoes and peppers with seasonings, then blending the mixture to your preferred texture. Add chili gradually and taste as you go, since the heat of fresh peppers varies.
Yes, Oncu sauce pairs well with eggs, including fried or scrambled eggs. Add a small amount at the table or stir it into the eggs near the end of cooking, so you can control the spice and keep the pepper flavor noticeable.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
2.7mg · 3% DV
Vitamin A
18µg · 2% DV
Vitamin K
1.35µg · 1% DV
Vitamin E
0.17mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Sodium
147mg · 6% DV
Copper
0.01mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
39mg · 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 7 calories in 1 tablespoon (medium) (15 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.
Oncu sauce is a ready-to-use tomato and pepper sauce, made to add a savoury, spicy kick to everyday meals. Its tomato base gives it a familiar tang, while the pepper brings the heat; it is a condiment rather than a meal in its own right.
Use it alongside grilled meats and kebabs, or spread a little in wraps, sandwiches and burgers. It can also add warmth to eggs or roasted vegetables. The heat may vary in how strong it tastes to you, so start with a small spoonful and add more as needed. It is low in fat and relatively light in calories, at 45 kcal per 100 g. For a milder dip, stir it into plain yoghurt, or serve it on the side so everyone can choose their own amount.
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
0.01g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.01g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.02g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.