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Butter pepper sauce
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 tablespoon (medium) of Butter pepper sauce (15 g) has 77 calories. That works out to 510 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.3 g of carbs, 0.1 g of protein, 8.3 g of fat and 0.1 g of fiber. Its 97.5 µg of Vitamin A covers 11% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 5 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 15 g
77
KCAL / 15G
Carbs
0.3g
· 0% DV
Protein
0.1g
· 0% DV
Fat
8.3g
· 11% 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 2% · Protein 1% · Fat 97%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 77 kcal | |
| Total fat | 8.3 g | 11% |
| Saturated fat | 5.33 g | 27% |
| Trans fat | 0.33 g | |
| Sodium | 57 mg | 2% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.3 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0.1 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0.1 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 | 77 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 5 g | 26 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 20 g | 102 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 25 g | 128 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (large) | 30 g | 153 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 40 g | 204 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 510 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 120 g | 612 kcal |
Calculated from 510 calories per 100 g.
Butter pepper sauce is made by gently melting butter and stirring in freshly cracked black pepper. Some versions include cream or stock for a smoother, looser sauce, but neither is essential; keep the heat low to avoid browning the butter.
Butter pepper sauce pairs well with steak, chicken, potatoes, and pasta. Spoon it over the food or serve it on the side; its rich, peppery flavor is strong, so start with a small amount.
Yes, butter pepper sauce works well with steak. Spoon it over the steak after cooking, or serve it separately so the crust stays crisp. If the sauce contains cream or stock, warm it gently rather than boiling it.
No, butter pepper sauce and peppercorn sauce are not necessarily the same. Butter pepper sauce can be as simple as butter and pepper, while peppercorn sauce commonly includes cream or stock and whole or cracked peppercorns.
Black pepper is a common choice for butter pepper sauce, especially freshly cracked pepper for a pronounced aroma. Crushed red pepper or chili flakes make it hotter; choose one or combine them to suit the dish.
Butter pepper sauce can separate when it gets too hot or when liquid is added too quickly. Melt the butter over low heat, then whisk in any cream or stock gradually. If it splits, whisking in a small splash of warm liquid may help bring it together.
Yes, butter pepper sauce can be made without cream. Melt butter with cracked pepper for a simple version, or whisk in a little stock if you want a thinner sauce without adding cream.
Yes, you can make butter pepper sauce ahead, but it will firm up as it cools. Reheat it slowly over low heat and stir before serving; avoid boiling it, especially if the sauce contains cream.
Store leftover butter pepper sauce in a covered container in the refrigerator after it has cooled. Reheat only the amount you need, gently, and discard it if its smell or appearance has changed.
Yes, butter pepper sauce can be frozen, though its texture may separate after thawing. Thaw it in the refrigerator, then warm it gently while whisking; a cream- or stock-based version may not become perfectly smooth again.
Vitamins
Vitamin A
97.5µg · 11% DV
Vitamin E
0.32mg · 2% DV
Biotin
0.38µg · 1% DV
B2
0.01mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Sodium
57mg · 2% DV
Phosphorus
2.7mg · 0% DV
Calcium
3.6mg · 0% DV
Selenium
0.15µg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
4.5mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Butter pepper sauce is a rich, savoury sauce made by flavouring butter with pepper. The type of pepper and its heat can vary by recipe, and it may be prepared at home or bought ready-made. Its buttery richness is balanced by pepper’s sharp, warming bite.
Serve it warm over grilled meat, chicken or vegetables, or use a little to finish eggs, potatoes or a simple grain dish. It is especially useful when a dish needs a quick boost of flavour, but it is energy-dense and high in fat, so a small spoonful often goes a long way. Pairing it with vegetables or leaner grilled foods keeps the plate from feeling too heavy.
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.
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
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
5.33g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.32g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.26g
Omega 6:3 ratio 6.7:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (6.7:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.