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Spicy, creamy cheese, mildly hot
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 tablespoon (medium) of Sambal spreadable cheese (20 g) has 52 calories. That works out to 260 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.2 g of carbs, 1.5 g of protein, 4.6 g of fat and 0.1 g of fiber. Its 0.2 µg of B12 covers 10% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 20 g
52
KCAL / 20G
Carbs
1.2g
· 0% DV
Protein
1.5g
· 3% DV
Fat
4.6g
· 6% DV
Fiber
0.1g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 9% · Protein 11% · Fat 80%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 52 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4.6 g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 2.8 g | 14% |
| Trans fat | 0.06 g | |
| Sodium | 156 mg | 7% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1.2 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0.1 g | 0% |
| Protein | 1.5 g | 3% |
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) | 20 g | 52 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 7 g | 18 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 15 g | 39 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 25 g | 65 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 30 g | 78 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 30 g | 78 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (large) | 40 g | 104 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 260 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 125 g | 325 kcal |
Calculated from 260 calories per 100 g.
Sambal spreadable cheese is a creamy cheese spread flavored with sambal, a chili-based condiment. Its exact ingredients and heat can vary by product, so check the package if you need to know which cheese or sambal it contains.
You can spread sambal spreadable cheese on bread, crackers, or toast, or use it as a sandwich filling. Start with a thin layer if you are unsure about the heat, then add vegetables or another mild filling for contrast.
Sambal spreadable cheese is typically mildly hot with a creamy texture. The level of heat depends on the sambal used and how much is mixed in, so try a small bite first if you are sensitive to chili.
You can make sambal spreadable cheese by stirring a little sambal into soft, plain spreadable cheese until evenly combined. Add the sambal gradually and taste as you go; keep the mixture covered in the refrigerator.
Sambal spreadable cheese tastes creamy, savory, and chili-forward, with the sambal adding spice and often a tangy or garlicky note. The precise flavor varies with the sambal recipe, so one brand may taste hotter or sharper than another.
Store sambal spreadable cheese covered in the refrigerator after opening, and use a clean utensil each time. Follow the package directions for how soon to use it, since storage guidance can differ between products.
Freezing sambal spreadable cheese is usually not ideal because thawing can make the creamy texture grainy or separated. Keep it refrigerated instead, and freeze it only if the product’s packaging specifically says that freezing is suitable.
Yes, sambal spreadable cheese can be added to warm sandwiches, baked potatoes, or cooked vegetables as a finishing spread. Heat may soften it and change its texture, so stir it in near the end rather than boiling it.
Sambal spreadable cheese pairs well with bread, crackers, crisp vegetables, and mild sandwich fillings. Cucumber or lettuce offers a fresh contrast to its creamy, spicy taste, while eggs or roasted vegetables make it a heartier filling.
Sambal spreadable cheese can replace plain cream cheese in savory recipes when you want a spicy, seasoned result. Its sambal flavor may not suit sweet dishes, and the texture can vary, so taste the mixture before adding extra seasoning.
Vitamins
B12
0.24µg · 10% DV
Vitamin A
44µg · 5% DV
B2
0.04mg · 3% DV
B5
0.1mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
64mg · 9% DV
Calcium
70mg · 7% DV
Sodium
156mg · 7% DV
Zinc
0.42mg · 4% DV
Potassium ⭐
24mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 52 calories in 1 tablespoon (medium) (20 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.
Sambal spreadable cheese combines soft, creamy cheese with sambal, a chilli-based condiment associated with Indonesian and other Southeast Asian cuisines. The cheese softens the chilli’s heat, leaving a savoury, mildly spicy spread; the exact flavour and heat depend on the sambal used.
Spread it on toast or crackers, add it to sandwiches, or serve it as a dip with fresh vegetables. It works well for a quick breakfast or snack, and makes a flavourful addition to a casual appetiser board. It is relatively high in fat, with 23 g per 100 g, so use a modest layer and pair it with vegetables or crisp bread if you want a lighter bite.
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.
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 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.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
2.8g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.2g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.2g
Omega 6:3 ratio 7:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (7:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.