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Spicy pepper sauce with butter Calories
Butter-based spicy pepper sauce
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 tablespoon (medium) of Spicy pepper sauce with butter (15 g) has 47 calories. That works out to 312 calories per 100 g. It contains 1 g of carbs, 0.3 g of protein, 4.7 g of fat and 0.2 g of fiber. Its 5.7 mg of Vitamin C covers 6% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Spicy pepper sauce with butter Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 15 g
47
KCAL / 15G
Carbs
1g
· 0% DV
Protein
0.3g
· 1% DV
Fat
4.7g
· 6% DV
Fiber
0.2g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 8% · Protein 3% · Fat 89%
Spicy pepper sauce with butter nutrition facts table · 1 tablespoon (medium) (15 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 47 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4.7 g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 2.91 g | 15% |
| Trans fat | 0.12 g | |
| Sodium | 78 mg | 3% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0.2 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 Spicy pepper sauce with butter?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 15 g | 47 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 5 g | 16 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 25 g | 78 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (double) | 30 g | 94 kcal |
| 3 tablespoon (triple) | 45 g | 140 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 50 g | 156 kcal |
| 0.25 cup (quarter) | 60 g | 187 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 312 kcal |
| ½ cup (half) | 120 g | 374 kcal |
Calculated from 312 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Spicy pepper sauce with butter
How do you make spicy pepper sauce with butter?
Spicy pepper sauce with butter is made by gently warming chilli flakes or finely chopped hot peppers in melted butter. Keep the heat low so the pepper does not scorch. A little tomato paste can be stirred in for a deeper, more savoury flavour.
What do you serve spicy pepper sauce with butter on?
Spicy pepper sauce with butter works well spooned over dumplings, pasta, eggs, grilled meat, or roasted vegetables. Its buttery richness also pairs nicely with plain yoghurt or sour cream, which cools the heat.
Is spicy pepper sauce with butter the same as chili oil?
No. Spicy pepper sauce with butter uses butter as its fat, while chili oil is made with oil. Butter gives the sauce a creamy, savoury taste and firms up when chilled, so it behaves differently in recipes.
Which peppers work best in spicy pepper sauce with butter?
Chilli flakes are an easy choice for spicy pepper sauce with butter, while fresh chopped chillies give it a brighter, more distinct pepper flavour. Smoked paprika or chipotle can add smokiness, but they change the sauce’s character.
How can you make spicy pepper sauce with butter less hot?
Use fewer chilli flakes or remove the seeds from fresh peppers to make spicy pepper sauce with butter milder. If it is already made, stir in extra melted butter and serve it alongside a cooling dip rather than adding water.
How long does spicy pepper sauce with butter keep in the fridge?
Keep spicy pepper sauce with butter in a clean, sealed container in the refrigerator and use it within a few days. Chill it promptly after serving, and always scoop it out with a clean spoon to avoid introducing food residue.
Can you freeze spicy pepper sauce with butter?
Yes, spicy pepper sauce with butter can be frozen in small portions. The butter may separate after thawing, so defrost it in the refrigerator and warm it gently while stirring before serving.
Why does spicy pepper sauce with butter separate?
Spicy pepper sauce with butter can separate if it gets too hot or cools and solidifies unevenly. Warm it gently over low heat and stir to bring it back together; boiling it is more likely to make the texture greasy.
Can you put spicy pepper sauce with butter on pizza?
Yes, you can drizzle spicy pepper sauce with butter over pizza after baking. Adding it at the end preserves its buttery flavour and keeps the sauce from scorching in the oven.
Can spicy pepper sauce with butter be used as a marinade?
Spicy pepper sauce with butter is better as a finishing sauce than as a marinade. Butter can firm up when cold and may burn over direct heat, so brush a small amount onto grilled food near the end of cooking instead.
Spicy pepper sauce with butter Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin C
5.7mg · 6% DV
Vitamin A
31.5µg · 4% DV
Vitamin E
0.28mg · 2% DV
Vitamin K
1.35µg · 1% DV
Minerals
Sodium
78mg · 3% DV
Copper
0.01mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
27mg · 1% DV
Manganese
0.02mg · 1% DV
Spicy pepper sauce with butter Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Spicy pepper sauce with butter
To burn the 47 calories in 1 tablespoon (medium) (15 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 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 Spicy pepper sauce with butter?
Spicy pepper sauce with butter is a rich condiment made by combining butter with hot peppers; the pepper variety and preparation determine how fiery it tastes. Butter rounds out the heat and gives the sauce a smooth, full-bodied finish. It can be served warm, spooned over eggs, grilled meat or roasted vegetables, or offered with bread for dipping. It works as a flexible table sauce rather than a dish that needs a fixed serving ritual.
Its nutritional character is chiefly shaped by the butter: it contains 31.2 g of fat per 100 g, so a little goes a long way. Use a small spoonful to add punch, and pair it with vegetables or a leaner main if you want a less rich plate.
How Nutritious Is Spicy pepper sauce with butter?
Nutrient density
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.
Satiety score
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.
Is Spicy pepper sauce with butter 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 Spicy pepper sauce with butter Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Spicy pepper sauce with butter Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Spicy pepper sauce with butter Fat Profile
SATURATED
2.91g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.21g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.15g
Omega 6:3 ratio 6.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (6.5:1).
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