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Sour lahmacun sauce Calories
Tangy tomato-pepper based sauce for lahmacun
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
2 tablespoon (medium) of Sour lahmacun sauce (30 g) has 10 calories. That works out to 32 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.9 g of carbs, 0.3 g of protein, 0.1 g of fat and 0.4 g of fiber. Its 5.4 mg of Vitamin C covers 6% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Sour lahmacun sauce Nutrition Facts
Selected: 2 tablespoon (medium) · 30 g
10
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
1.9g
· 1% DV
Protein
0.3g
· 1% DV
Fat
0.1g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.4g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 78% · Protein 12% · Fat 10%
Sour lahmacun sauce nutrition facts table · 2 tablespoon (medium) (30 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 10 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.1 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.02 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 126 mg | 5% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1.9 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% |
| Protein | 0.3 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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How Many Calories in 1 Tablespoon of Sour lahmacun sauce?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 15 g | 5 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 5 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 25 g | 8 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (double) | 30 g | 10 kcal |
| 3 tablespoon (triple) | 45 g | 14 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 50 g | 16 kcal |
| 0.25 cup (quarter) | 60 g | 19 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 32 kcal |
| ½ cup (half) | 120 g | 38 kcal |
Calculated from 32 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Sour lahmacun sauce
How do you make Sour lahmacun sauce?
Sour lahmacun sauce is usually made by finely chopping tomatoes and peppers, then mixing in lemon juice, sumac, or pomegranate molasses for tang. Add the souring ingredient gradually and serve the sauce fresh alongside lahmacun.
What is Sour lahmacun sauce made of?
Sour lahmacun sauce typically combines tomatoes and peppers with a tangy ingredient such as lemon juice, sumac, or pomegranate molasses. Some versions also include onion, parsley, or chilli, so there is no single fixed recipe.
Should Sour lahmacun sauce go on top of lahmacun or on the side?
Sour lahmacun sauce is commonly served on the side so each person can add as much as they like. This also keeps the lahmacun crisp until it is ready to eat.
What makes Sour lahmacun sauce sour?
Lemon juice, sumac, or pomegranate molasses gives Sour lahmacun sauce its tangy taste. Recipes differ, and some combine these ingredients; add them gradually to avoid overpowering the tomato and pepper.
Is Sour lahmacun sauce the same as Turkish ezme?
No, Sour lahmacun sauce is not always the same as Turkish ezme. Both can contain chopped tomatoes and peppers, but ezme often has a distinct spicy, finely chopped relish style, while lahmacun sauce is tailored to accompany the flatbread.
Can you make Sour lahmacun sauce without pomegranate molasses?
Yes, Sour lahmacun sauce can be made without pomegranate molasses. Lemon juice or sumac can provide the tang instead; start with a small amount and taste before adding more.
Is Sour lahmacun sauce cooked or served raw?
Sour lahmacun sauce is generally served raw, with finely chopped fresh tomatoes and peppers. Keeping it uncooked gives it a fresh texture alongside hot lahmacun; individual recipes may vary.
What can you eat with Sour lahmacun sauce besides lahmacun?
Sour lahmacun sauce also works with grilled meats, kebabs, or flatbread. Its tomato-and-pepper base adds a tangy, fresh contrast, so serve it as a condiment rather than as a cooking sauce.
How long does homemade Sour lahmacun sauce keep in the fridge?
Homemade Sour lahmacun sauce keeps for about 3–4 days in a sealed container in the refrigerator. Use a clean spoon when serving, and discard it if its smell, appearance, or texture changes.
Can you freeze Sour lahmacun sauce?
Yes, Sour lahmacun sauce can be frozen, but thawed tomatoes and peppers may turn softer and release water. Freeze it in a sealed portion, thaw it in the refrigerator, then drain or stir before serving.
Sour lahmacun sauce Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin C
5.4mg · 6% DV
Vitamin A
35.4µg · 4% DV
Vitamin K
2.4µg · 2% DV
B6
0.03mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Sodium
126mg · 5% DV
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
66mg · 2% DV
Manganese
0.04mg · 2% DV
Sour lahmacun sauce Glycemic Index
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GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Sour lahmacun sauce
To burn the 10 calories in 2 tablespoon (medium) (30 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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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.
What is Sour lahmacun sauce?
Sour lahmacun sauce is a tangy tomato-and-pepper accompaniment for lahmacun, the thin, savoury flatbread topped with seasoned minced meat. It may be served alongside the flatbread or spooned over it, adding a bright, sharp contrast to the warm spices and rich topping.
In Turkey, lahmacun is usually brought to the table hot, often with parsley, onion and lemon; add the sauce a little at a time so the crisp base does not turn soft. Elsewhere, it works much the same way as a table condiment, or as a lively dip for pieces of flatbread. Its tomato-and-pepper base makes it a light option; pair it with fresh greens for a less heavy meal.
How Nutritious Is Sour lahmacun sauce?
Nutrient density
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.
Satiety score
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.
Is Sour lahmacun sauce Processed?
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.
Does Sour lahmacun sauce Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Sour lahmacun sauce Good For?
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
Sour lahmacun sauce Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.02g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.02g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.04g
Omega 6:3 ratio 4:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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