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Sambal (Chili Paste)

Sambal (Chili Paste) is a spicy Southeast Asian chili paste used across Indonesian, Malaysian and other regional cuisines as a condiment, marinade or cooking base; it is known for its bright heat, tang and umami from ingredients like chilies, vinegar, shrimp paste or garlic. In addition to adding strong flavor, Sambal (Chili Paste) is a notable source of vitamin C (110mg per 100g), reflecting the fresh chili content. While it delivers antioxidants such as carotenoids from red chilies, be aware that many prepared versions are relatively high in salt, so lower-sodium or homemade variants are a good option if you want the flavor with less sodium.

Vegan · Lactose free · Gluten free · Processed · ~0.90€/100g

Kinome Health Grade

A-

Excellent

-

Nutrition

Macronutrients per selected portion. Averaged from verified sources.

Calories

63 kcal

3% of Daily kcal · low-calorie

Protein

1.5 g

3% RDI

Fat

1 g

0.2g sat fat

Carbs

12 g

4% RDI

Sugar

6 g

12% RDI

Fiber

2.6 g

9% RDI

Salt

5 g

100% RDI

Nutrition quality

Scored against dietary guidelines. Tap rows for a deeper breakdown.

Composite score - weighted by current nutrition science

A- · 7.7 / 10

Healthy alternatives

Ingredients that rank higher on the overall quality profile and might substitute well in some recipes.

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Homemade Chili-Garlic Paste (Reduced Salt, Minimal Oil)

Less salt · lighter overall

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Frequently asked

Q.01Is Sambal (Chili Paste) healthy?

Yes, Sambal (Chili Paste) is very healthy with a Health Grade of A-. It is a good source of dietary fiber (2.6g per 100g).

Q.03What NOVA processing level is Sambal (Chili Paste)?

Sambal (Chili Paste) is NOVA 3 - Processed.

Q.05Is Sambal (Chili Paste) gluten free?

Yes, Sambal (Chili Paste) is gluten free.

Q.02What are the macros in Sambal (Chili Paste)?

100g of Sambal (Chili Paste) contains 63 kcal, 1.5g protein, 12g carbohydrates, 1g fat, and 2.6g fiber.

Q.04Is Sambal (Chili Paste) vegan?

Yes, Sambal (Chili Paste) is vegan.

Q.06Is Sambal (Chili Paste) lactose free?

Yes, Sambal (Chili Paste) is lactose free.

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