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Yozgat Tava Sauce Calories
Traditional Yozgat tava sauce made with tomatoes, peppers, and spices.
In season: Summer · Autumn
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
2 tablespoon (medium) of Yozgat Tava Sauce (30 g) has 11 calories. That works out to 38 calories per 100 g. It contains 2.2 g of carbs, 0.4 g of protein, 0.2 g of fat and 0.5 g of fiber. Its 54 µg of Vitamin A covers 6% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Yozgat Tava Sauce Nutrition Facts
Selected: 2 tablespoon (medium) · 30 g
11
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
2.2g
· 1% DV
Protein
0.4g
· 1% DV
Fat
0.2g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.5g
· 2% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 72% · Protein 13% · Fat 15%
Yozgat Tava Sauce nutrition facts table · 2 tablespoon (medium) (30 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 11 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.2 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.03 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 96 mg | 4% |
| Total carbohydrate | 2.2 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% |
| Protein | 0.4 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 2 Tablespoons of Yozgat Tava Sauce?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 2 tablespoon (medium) | 30 g | 11 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 15 g | 6 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 25 g | 10 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 40 g | 15 kcal |
| 3 tablespoon (large) | 45 g | 17 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 60 g | 23 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 38 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 120 g | 46 kcal |
Calculated from 38 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Yozgat Tava Sauce
What is Yozgat Tava Sauce?
Yozgat Tava Sauce is a regional Turkish tomato, pepper and spice sauce used in Yozgat tava and other oven-cooked dishes. It is generally cooked with or added over the meat, so its flavor mingles with the juices in the baking dish.
How do you make Yozgat Tava Sauce?
Yozgat Tava Sauce is made by cooking tomatoes and peppers with spices until soft and saucy. You can mash the vegetables for a rustic texture or blend them for a smoother sauce; recipes vary in seasoning and consistency.
What do you serve with Yozgat Tava Sauce?
Yozgat Tava Sauce is most commonly served as part of Yozgat tava, alongside oven-cooked meat. Rice, bread or roasted vegetables can accompany the finished dish and soak up the tomato-and-pepper juices.
Is Yozgat Tava Sauce spicy?
Yozgat Tava Sauce can be mild or spicy; its heat depends on the peppers used. For a milder homemade version, use sweet peppers and go easy on hot pepper. Regional and household recipes may season it differently.
Can Yozgat Tava Sauce be used as a marinade?
Yozgat Tava Sauce is better used as a cooking sauce than as a marinade. Its tomato and pepper mixture can coat meat in the baking dish, but it is not a substitute for a marinade designed to season meat before cooking.
What is the difference between Yozgat Tava Sauce and menemen sauce?
Yozgat Tava Sauce is associated with Yozgat tava, an oven-cooked dish, while menemen sauce is prepared for eggs cooked with tomatoes and peppers. Their ingredients can overlap, but the seasoning and how each sauce is used are different.
Can you make Yozgat Tava Sauce without blending it?
Yes, Yozgat Tava Sauce can be made without a blender. Finely chop and cook the tomatoes and peppers, then mash them with a spoon if you want a less chunky texture. Blending is optional, not essential to the sauce.
How can you make Yozgat Tava Sauce thicker?
To thicken Yozgat Tava Sauce, simmer it uncovered so excess water can evaporate. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking, and stop when it reaches the consistency you want for the baking dish; avoid adding extra liquid while it reduces.
Can Yozgat Tava Sauce be frozen?
Yes, Yozgat Tava Sauce freezes well. Cool it, portion it into airtight freezer-safe containers, and leave a little room for expansion. Thaw it in the refrigerator and reheat thoroughly before adding it to a dish.
How should you store leftover Yozgat Tava Sauce?
Store leftover Yozgat Tava Sauce in a clean, covered container in the refrigerator and avoid leaving it at room temperature for long. Use a clean spoon each time and aim to eat homemade leftovers within a few days.
Yozgat Tava Sauce Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin A
54µg · 6% DV
Vitamin C
4.2mg · 5% DV
B5
0.09mg · 2% DV
Vitamin E
0.24mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Sodium
96mg · 4% DV
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
63mg · 2% DV
Manganese
0.03mg · 1% DV
Yozgat Tava Sauce Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Yozgat Tava Sauce
To burn the 11 calories in 2 tablespoon (medium) (30 g):
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What is Yozgat Tava Sauce?
Yozgat Tava Sauce is a traditional tomato, pepper and spice sauce from Yozgat, in central Turkey. It is used with Yozgat tava, a regional oven-cooked dish, often added to the meat as it cooks so the juices and seasonings mingle. Recipes and consistency can vary from kitchen to kitchen.
Expect a savoury, gently tangy flavour, with sweetness from the peppers and a texture that may be spoonable or fairly thick. Serve it with the tava and bread, rice or bulgur to catch the sauce. It is mostly vegetable-based and relatively light; a 100 g portion has 38 calories. For an especially fresh, lighter meal, pair it with salad and use just enough sauce to coat the dish.
How Nutritious Is Yozgat Tava 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 Yozgat Tava Sauce Processed?
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.
Does Yozgat Tava Sauce Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Yozgat Tava 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
Yozgat Tava Sauce Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.03g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.04g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.04g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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