Sambal Oelek vs Sambal badjak
Overall, Sambal Oelek has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 5 of our comparison points versus 1.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Sambal Oelek | Sambal badjak |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | e | e |
| NOVA group | — | 4 |
| Calories | 49 kcal | 214 kcal |
| Fat | 1.5 g | 8 g |
| Saturated fat | 0.2 g | 2.9 g |
| Sugars | 2.2 g | 28.1 g |
| Salt | 4 g | 4.8 g |
| Fiber | — | 0 g |
| Protein | 1.5 g | 3 g |
| Additives | 0 | 2 |
| Allergens | None listed | Gluten |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Sambal Oelek has 77% fewer calories (49 kcal vs 214 kcal).
- Sambal Oelek has 81% less fat (1.5 g vs 8 g).
- Sambal Oelek has 93% less saturated fat (0.2 g vs 2.9 g).
- Sambal Oelek has 92% less sugar (2.2 g vs 28.1 g).
- Sambal Oelek has 16% less salt (4 g vs 4.8 g).
- Sambal badjak has 50% more protein (3 g vs 1.5 g).
- Only Sambal badjak lists: Gluten.
Ingredients
Sambal Oelek
Not available.
Sambal badjak
33% chilipeper, invertsuikerstroop, water, melasse, 9% gebakken ui, palmolie, TARWEBLOEM, zout, ui, zonnebloemolie, suiker, azijnzuur, knoflook, natuurlijk aroma, citroengras, uienpoeder, conserveermiddel: E202, suikerstroop, gekarameliseerde suiker,
FAQ
Which is healthier: Sambal Oelek or Sambal badjak?
Overall, Sambal Oelek has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. We compare Nutri-Score, processing level and seven nutrients per 100 g. Your own needs (for example low sugar or high protein) may make a different choice better for you.
Which has fewer calories?
Sambal Oelek has fewer calories: 49 kcal versus 214 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Sambal Oelek has less sugar: 2.2 g versus 28.1 g per 100 g.