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Red pepper-based spice blend
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 teaspoon (medium) of Red pepper spice mix (3 g) has 8 calories. That works out to 282 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.6 g of carbs, 0.4 g of protein, 0.3 g of fat and 0.7 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 teaspoon (medium) · 3 g
8
KCAL / 3G
Carbs
1.6g
· 1% DV
Protein
0.4g
· 1% DV
Fat
0.3g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.7g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 60% · Protein 15% · Fat 25%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 8 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.3 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.05 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 2.55 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1.6 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.7 g | 3% |
| 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 teaspoon (medium) | 3 g | 8 kcal |
| ½ teaspoon (small) | 1.5 g | 4 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 5 g | 14 kcal |
| 2 teaspoon (double) | 6 g | 17 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 8 g | 23 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (double) | 16 g | 45 kcal |
| 0.25 cup (quarter) | 24 g | 68 kcal |
| ½ cup (half) | 48 g | 135 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 282 kcal |
Calculated from 282 calories per 100 g.
Red pepper spice mix is a seasoning based on dried, crushed red peppers, similar to Turkish pul biber. Some blends also include salt, oil, or other spices, so the taste and texture can vary by product.
Dried red pepper is the main ingredient in red pepper spice mix. Depending on the blend, it may also contain salt, oil, or other seasonings; there is no single fixed recipe for every product.
No. Red pepper spice mix is a blend whose ingredients can vary, while Aleppo pepper refers to a particular style of dried red pepper flakes. A mix may resemble it in flavor, but it is not necessarily the same product.
Red pepper spice mix can range from mildly warm to quite hot, depending on the pepper variety and any other ingredients. Start with a small pinch in a dish, taste it, and add more if needed.
Add red pepper spice mix to soups, stews, vegetables, eggs, or meat dishes for warmth and pepper flavor. Stir it in near the end of cooking to reduce the chance of scorching and preserve its aroma.
Yes, red pepper spice mix can often replace chili flakes, but the flavor may differ because the blend can include salt, oil, or other spices. Add it gradually and adjust the dish’s salt to taste.
Yes, you can briefly warm red pepper spice mix in oil to release its aroma. Keep the heat low and stir continuously; cooking it too long can burn the pepper and make it taste bitter.
For a simple Turkish-style red pepper spice mix, combine crushed dried red pepper with any dry seasonings you want, such as salt. Make a small batch if adding oil, since an oily mixture is less convenient to store.
Use plain red pepper flakes as a substitute for red pepper spice mix, then adjust the salt and other seasonings in the recipe. Ground red pepper also works, though it gives a finer texture and may distribute heat differently.
Keep red pepper spice mix in a tightly sealed, dry container away from sunlight, heat, and moisture. A cupboard away from the stove helps preserve its aroma and color better than a shelf beside the hob.
Vitamins
Vitamin A
35.4µg · 4% DV
B6
0.06mg · 4% DV
Vitamin C
2.28mg · 3% DV
Vitamin E
0.31mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.06mg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
56mg · 2% DV
Copper
0.01mg · 1% DV
Iron
0.23mg · 1% DV
Sodium
2.55mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 8 calories in 1 teaspoon (medium) (3 g):
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Red pepper spice mix is made from dried red peppers, usually crushed into flakes; its heat and texture vary with the peppers and preparation. Pul biber is a familiar seasoning in Turkish cooking, where it is added at the table or stirred into dishes as they cook.
Sprinkle it over eggs, soups, beans, grilled meat or yoghurt-based dips, or briefly warm it in oil to bring out its aroma. The flavour is peppery and can range from gently warming to quite hot. It contains fibre and protein, though it is generally used in small amounts, mainly to add colour and flavour. If you prefer milder food, start with a pinch and adjust to taste.
High
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 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
0.05g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.04g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.12g
Omega 6:3 ratio 12:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (12:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.