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 2.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Sambal oelek | Sambal badjak |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | e | e |
| NOVA group | 3 | 4 |
| Calories | 53 kcal | 214 kcal |
| Fat | 1.2 g | 8 g |
| Saturated fat | 0.3 g | 2.9 g |
| Sugars | 3.5 g | 28.1 g |
| Salt | 10.6 g | 4.8 g |
| Fiber | — | 0 g |
| Protein | 2.3 g | 3 g |
| Additives | 2 | 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 75% fewer calories (53 kcal vs 214 kcal).
- Sambal oelek has 85% less fat (1.2 g vs 8 g).
- Sambal oelek has 90% less saturated fat (0.3 g vs 2.9 g).
- Sambal oelek has 88% less sugar (3.5 g vs 28.1 g).
- Sambal badjak has 55% less salt (4.8 g vs 10.6 g).
- Sambal badjak has 23% more protein (3 g vs 2.3 g).
- Sambal oelek is less processed (lower NOVA group).
- Only Sambal badjak lists: Gluten.
Ingredients
Sambal oelek
88% chilipepers, 10,6% zout, voedingszuur: azijnzuur; conserveermiddel: kaliumsorbaat.
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: 53 kcal versus 214 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Sambal oelek has less sugar: 3.5 g versus 28.1 g per 100 g.