What is Sambal? Nutritional Facts, Calories & Taste

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What is Sambal?

Sambal is a spicy paste or hot sauce made from chilies, shrimp, onion, citrus and additional additives and seasonings. It is red and thick, some are a bit more watery. Often this item is full of hot chili seeds. The flavors are spicy, tangy and umami. It is used as condiment to flavor dishes and as a topping to add flavor.

What does Sambal Taste Like?

Umami

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Spicy

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additives

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chili powder

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salt

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Sambal Nutritional Facts and Calories

Serving Size: 1 Teaspoon (5g)
Amount Per Serving% DV
Calories15kcal1%
Fats
1g
1%
Sat. fatsN/A
Mono. FatsN/A
Trans fatsN/A
Carbs1g0%
Sugars
1g
2%
FiberN/A
Proteins1g1%
Cholesterol
5mg
2%
Sodium20mg1%

Healthy Level

Unhealthy Level

Information is not verified and for reference purposes only. Contact vendor directly if you have any food allergies. 2000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice, but calorie needs may vary. See Nutrition

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