Sambal oelek vs Sambal brandal
Overall, Sambal oelek has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 6 of our comparison points versus 1.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Sambal oelek | Sambal brandal |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | e | e |
| NOVA group | 3 | 4 |
| Calories | 53 kcal | 177 kcal |
| Fat | 1.2 g | 5.6 g |
| Saturated fat | 0.3 g | 2.1 g |
| Sugars | 3.5 g | 18 g |
| Salt | 10.6 g | 8.7 g |
| Fiber | — | 2.4 g |
| Protein | 2.3 g | 1.8 g |
| Additives | 2 | 2 |
| Allergens | None listed | Crustaceans |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Sambal oelek has 70% fewer calories (53 kcal vs 177 kcal).
- Sambal oelek has 79% less fat (1.2 g vs 5.6 g).
- Sambal oelek has 86% less saturated fat (0.3 g vs 2.1 g).
- Sambal oelek has 81% less sugar (3.5 g vs 18 g).
- Sambal brandal has 18% less salt (8.7 g vs 10.6 g).
- Sambal oelek has 22% more protein (2.3 g vs 1.8 g).
- Sambal oelek is less processed (lower NOVA group).
- Only Sambal brandal lists: Crustaceans.
Ingredients
Sambal oelek
88% chilipepers, 10,6% zout, voedingszuur: azijnzuur; conserveermiddel: kaliumsorbaat.
Sambal brandal
Sambal Oelek 54% (chilipeper¹ 89%, zout, voedingszuur E270, conserveermiddel E202), bruine suiker (suiker, melasse, kleurstof E150c) melasse, water, ui 6,9%, plantaardige olie (zonnebloem, palm, raapzaad), zout, azijn, maltodextrine, galangawortel, GARNALENPOEDER, Kaffir limoenblad, aroma, conserveermiddel E202,¹ op duurzame wijze geteeld,
FAQ
Which is healthier: Sambal oelek or Sambal brandal?
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 177 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Sambal oelek has less sugar: 3.5 g versus 18 g per 100 g.