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Hot pepper and tomato-based sauce
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 tablespoon (medium) of Sakça sauce (15 g) has 8 calories. That works out to 54 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.6 g of carbs, 0.2 g of protein, 0.1 g of fat and 0.3 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 15 g
8
KCAL / 15G
Carbs
1.6g
· 1% DV
Protein
0.2g
· 0% DV
Fat
0.1g
· 0% 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 79% · Protein 10% · Fat 11%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 8 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.1 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.02 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 165 mg | 7% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1.6 g | 1% |
| 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 | 8 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 5 g | 3 kcal |
| 1 pack (mini) | 10 g | 5 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 25 g | 14 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (double) | 30 g | 16 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 45 g | 24 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 70 g | 38 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 54 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 240 g | 130 kcal |
Calculated from 54 calories per 100 g.
Sakça sauce has a tomato-forward flavor with heat from hot pepper. Its exact balance of sweetness, acidity, and spice varies by recipe or product, so start with a small amount if you are unsure how hot it is.
Sakça sauce is based on tomato and hot pepper. Other ingredients can vary between recipes and products, so the flavor and texture may differ; check the ingredient list if you need details about a particular jar.
Use Sakça sauce as a table condiment, a sandwich spread, or a way to add flavor to a dish. Its tomato-and-pepper base works well with pasta, grilled foods, and vegetables; add a little first, then adjust.
Sakça sauce can be spicy because it contains hot pepper, but the heat level varies. Pair it with plain yogurt or a mild side to soften the contrast, or use a smaller amount in a dish.
Yes, Sakça sauce can be stirred into a dish while it cooks or served on the side. Add it gradually, since simmering blends its tomato and pepper flavors into the food and the sauce may already be seasoned.
Sakça sauce pairs well with grilled vegetables, meat, eggs, sandwiches, and pasta. Use it as a condiment or dip when you want a tomato-and-pepper accent, and keep milder accompaniments on the table for anyone sensitive to heat.
Sakça sauce is a ready-to-use tomato-and-hot-pepper sauce, while Turkish pepper paste is typically a thicker, more concentrated paste. They can both add pepper flavor, but paste may need thinning or seasoning before serving as a sauce.
Yes, you can make a homemade Sakça-style sauce from tomato and hot pepper, adjusting the texture and heat to your taste. Recipes may include other seasonings; follow the recipe's storage directions for any homemade batch.
Keep opened Sakça sauce refrigerated in a tightly closed container and use a clean utensil each time. Follow the jar's storage instructions, and discard the sauce if its smell, appearance, or texture has changed.
Yes, Sakça sauce can be served as a dip with bread, vegetables, or grilled foods. If its texture is too thick for dipping, stir in a little suitable liquid or serve it alongside yogurt to make a milder pairing.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
2.7mg · 3% DV
B6
0.03mg · 2% DV
Vitamin K
1.13µg · 1% DV
B3
0.14mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Sodium
165mg · 7% DV
Copper
0.01mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
47mg · 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 8 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.
Sakça sauce is a tomato- and hot-pepper-based condiment that brings colour and a lively kick to a meal. The tomatoes’ sweet-tart flavour balances the heat, and the texture may be smooth or slightly coarse. It can be served as a dip or relish, spread in sandwiches, or stirred into cooked dishes. Start with a little if you are unsure of its heat, then add more to taste.
It is mostly a source of carbohydrates, with 54 calories per 100 g. Try it with grilled vegetables, beans or eggs; serving it on the side makes it easy for everyone to adjust the amount.
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.
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
0.02g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.03g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.