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An oil-rich sauce typically made with red pepper or tomato and seasonings.
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 tablespoon (medium) of Red oily sauce (15 g) has 69 calories. That works out to 460 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.1 g of carbs, 0.2 g of protein, 7.1 g of fat and 0.3 g of fiber. Its 0.8 mg of Vitamin E covers 5% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 15 g
69
KCAL / 15G
Carbs
1.1g
· 0% DV
Protein
0.2g
· 0% DV
Fat
7.1g
· 9% DV
Fiber
0.3g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 6% · Protein 1% · Fat 93%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 69 kcal | |
| Total fat | 7.1 g | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 1.02 g | 5% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 54 mg | 2% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1.1 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0.3 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 | 69 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 5 g | 23 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (large) | 30 g | 138 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 30 g | 138 kcal |
| 0.25 cup (quarter) | 60 g | 276 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 460 kcal |
| ½ cup (half) | 120 g | 552 kcal |
| 1 cup (whole) | 240 g | 1104 kcal |
Calculated from 460 calories per 100 g.
Red oily sauce is typically made with oil, red pepper or tomato, and seasonings. Recipes vary: some are smooth and tomato-forward, while others contain pepper pieces and have a stronger, spicier flavour.
Use red oily sauce as a condiment, dip, or finishing sauce. Spoon a little over grilled meat, eggs, roasted vegetables, or rice; its concentrated flavour and oily texture mean a small amount can go a long way.
No, red oily sauce is not necessarily the same as chili oil. Chili oil is usually oil infused with chili, while red oily sauce may also contain tomato or pepper pulp and other seasonings, giving it a thicker consistency.
Make red oily sauce by combining red pepper or tomato with oil and seasonings, then blending or cooking the mixture to the texture you want. A fresh homemade version is generally minimally processed; refrigerate it if it contains fresh ingredients.
Red oily sauce pairs well with grilled foods, eggs, roasted potatoes, vegetables, sandwiches, and rice dishes. Try it as a dip or spread, or add a small spoonful to a bowl for a rich, peppery finish.
Yes, you can cook with red oily sauce. Stir it into a dish near the end of cooking or use it to season vegetables and eggs; prolonged high heat can scorch its oil and make the sauce taste bitter.
Red oily sauce can separate because oil and the water-rich tomato or pepper ingredients do not always stay evenly mixed. Stir it before serving; discard it if it develops an unusual smell, colour, or texture.
Store red oily sauce in a tightly closed container and follow the package directions after opening. If it is homemade or contains fresh tomato, pepper, or garlic, refrigerate it rather than leaving it at room temperature.
Red oily sauce may be spicy, but the name alone does not guarantee heat. Its flavour depends on whether the recipe uses hot chili, mild red pepper, or mostly tomato; taste a little before adding it generously.
Yes, red oily sauce can season pasta, especially when loosened with a little pasta water. Add it gradually and taste as you go, since its oil and seasoning may make it richer or saltier than a standard tomato sauce.
Vitamins
Vitamin E
0.78mg · 5% DV
Vitamin K
2.7µg · 2% DV
Vitamin A
12.75µg · 1% DV
Vitamin C
1.2mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Sodium
54mg · 2% DV
Copper
0.01mg · 1% DV
Manganese
0.02mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
23mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Red oily sauce is a broad name for a rich, red condiment usually made by combining oil with red pepper or tomato and seasonings. Recipes vary: some are smooth and tomato-based, while others lean on pepper and have a more pronounced chilli warmth; it is not one single standardized sauce.
In Turkish-style meals, it can be spooned over soup, beans, eggs or vegetables, or served alongside bread and meze. Its concentrated, savoury flavour means a little goes a long way. The sauce is predominantly fat, so use a small spoonful to finish a dish rather than pouring it freely; it pairs especially well with plain grains, pulses and cool yoghurt-based sides.
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.
Low
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 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.
No known major allergens
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
SATURATED
1.02g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.2g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.38g
Omega 6:3 ratio 25.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (25.4:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.