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
Sambal Oelek
Sambal Oelek 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 Oelek 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
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Nutrition
Macronutrients per selected portion. Derived from Sambal (Chili Paste).
Nutrition quality
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Composite score - weighted by current nutrition science
A- · 7.7 / 10
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Frequently asked
Q.01Is Sambal Oelek healthy?
Yes, Sambal Oelek 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 Oelek?
Sambal Oelek is NOVA 3 - Processed.
Q.05Is Sambal Oelek gluten free?
Yes, Sambal Oelek is gluten free.
Q.02What are the macros in Sambal Oelek?
100g of Sambal Oelek contains 63 kcal, 1.5g protein, 12g carbohydrates, 1g fat, and 2.6g fiber.
Q.04Is Sambal Oelek vegan?
Yes, Sambal Oelek is vegan.
Q.06Is Sambal Oelek lactose free?
Yes, Sambal Oelek is lactose free.
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